The latest Victoria Invitation Round has sent a clear message to skilled visa applicants: Australian Permanent Residency is no longer about meeting minimum criteria or submitting multiple EOIs. Selection for Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 visas is now sharply focused on employability, occupation relevance, and long-term contribution to the state.

These results are more than just numbers. They show how Victoria is reshaping its skilled migration program to meet genuine workforce shortages. For anyone planning PR through Victoria, understanding this round is critical before taking the next step.

Subclass 190 Invitations: What Victoria Is Prioritising

Subclass 190 (State Nominated Permanent Residency) remains one of the most competitive migration pathways. This invitation round confirms that Victoria is selecting applicants who are career-ready and able to contribute immediately.

Key highlights from the round include:

• Registered Nurses and RN - Aged Care invited at 80 points, confirming healthcare as a priority sector
• Business Analysts required 95-100 points, with preference for applicants having three or more years of relevant experience
• Civil Engineers invited at 105 points, especially PhD-qualified professionals
• Carpenters invited between 65-70 points, showing continued demand for trade occupations
• Software Engineers and Developer Programmers required 100 points, supported by salary levels around $110,000
• Marketing and Advertising Specialists invited at 95-100 points, often with Australian experience and strong earnings
• ICT Security Specialists invited at 100 points, reinforcing cybersecurity as a long-term priority

At A Class Immigration & Education Consultants, every invitation round is analysed closely. One trend remains consistent: points alone are not enough. The strength of the profile behind the points is decisive.

Subclass 491 Invitations: Regional Pathways Are Still Competitive

There is a common assumption that Subclass 491 is easier because it is regional. This round clearly proves otherwise.

• Early Childhood Teachers received invitations at 95 points
• Hotel and Motel Managers required 100 points

Victoria is using the 491 visa to attract applicants who are genuinely committed to living and working in regional areas long-term. Candidates treating regional nomination as a short-term step are being filtered out early.

What These Results Reveal

From a professional migration perspective, this invitation round highlights several realities:

• Relevant and recent work experience is essential
• Higher salary levels significantly strengthen nomination prospects
• Occupation alignment matters more than submitting multiple EOIs
• Generic profiles struggle to progress
• EOIs without a clear Victorian strategy are no longer effective

Migration outcomes today depend on preparation, timing, and how well an applicant fits current state priorities.

The Victoria Invitation Round confirms that skilled migration to Australia is now highly selective and purpose-driven. Invitations are issued to applicants who meet real workforce needs and demonstrate long-term value to the state.

Success depends on occupation demand, experience quality, income strength, and profile positioning - not assumptions or outdated advice.

A Class Immigration & Education Consultants supports applicants with clear assessments, practical planning, and honest guidance. If a profile is not ready, that is communicated upfront so informed decisions can be made.

If you want clarity on where you stand and what genuinely improves your chances, professional advice based on real invitation trends makes the difference.