Victoria ROI 2026 invitations Round – 15 January 2026
Update by Asif Consulting | Australia Skilled Migration
Victoria conducted a targeted Registration of Interest Victoria ROI 2026 invitations on 15 January 2026 under the Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa programs.
This was a small and highly selective round, focusing on critical and high-demand occupations. Points listed below include state nomination points (+5 for Subclass 190 and +15 for Subclass 491).
Invited Occupations & Minimum Points Observed
- Food Technologist – 90 + 5
- Quality Assurance Manager – 95 + 5
- Civil Engineer – 95 + 5
- Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) – 80 + 5 and 85 + 5
- Accountant – 95 + 5
- Marketing Specialist – 85 + 5
- Advertising Specialist – 90 + 5
- ICT Business Analyst – 95 + 5
- Dentist – 70 + 15
- Registered Nurse (RN) – 75 + 5
Key Observations
- The round prioritised healthcare, construction, education, and business professionals.
- Dentists and Registered Nurses continue to receive strong preference with comparatively lower points.
- No general IT occupations were observed in this round.
- Points for Accountants and ECTs remain consistent with November 2025 invitation trends.
Important Note
This data is based on community reports, crowdsourced ROIs, and live updates from Melbourne, and reflects observed trends rather than official government statistics.
Expert Advice from Asif Consulting
Invitation rounds are becoming smaller and more competitive, with a strong focus on:
- Occupation relevance
- State demand
- Points strength
- Onshore/offshore balance
- Salary and skilled work history
Candidates are advised to strategically plan their EOIs/ROIs, improve areas where possible, and select state-specific pathways that align with demand.
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