Victoria has announced new fees for applicants seeking state nomination under its skilled migration program for the 2026–27 program year.
According to the Victorian Government’s Live in Melbourne website, fees will apply to both the Registration of Interest (ROI) and subsequent nomination applications for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).
These changes are important for skilled migrants planning to pursue Victorian nomination, whether they are currently living in Australia or applying from overseas.
1. What Are the New ROI Fees for 2026–27?
The Victorian Government has confirmed the following Registration of Interest fee:
Onshore applicants: AUD $60 plus 10% GST, totalling AUD $66 when GST applies.
Offshore applicants: AUD $60, as GST does not apply when the applicant is outside Australia at the time of payment.
GST is determined by the applicant’s location at the time of payment, rather than simply whether the applicant is applying for an onshore or offshore visa pathway.
The ROI fee is charged once per program year. If an applicant withdraws their ROI and submits a replacement within the same program year, they will not be charged the ROI fee again.
2. Additional Fees for Visa Nomination Applications
The ROI fee is not the only cost applicants should consider.
If you receive an invitation to apply for Victorian nomination, a separate fee will apply when you submit your nomination application.
The confirmed 2026–27 fees are:
Application type
Excluding GST
Including GST, where applicable
Registration of Interest (ROI)
AUD $60
AUD $66
Subclass 190nomination application
AUD $180
AUD $198
Subclass 491nomination application
AUD $180
AUD $198
The nomination application fee is payable only if you are invited to apply for nomination and proceed with submitting that application.
These are Victorian Government service fees. The Department of Home Affairs charges a separate visa application fee if you subsequently lodge your visa application.
3. What Is a Registration of Interest (ROI)?
A Registration of Interest is a submission to the Victorian Government expressing your interest in receiving state nomination.
It is an important step in Victoria’s skilled migration selection process, but it is not the same as a visa nomination application or a visa application.
To be considered for Victorian nomination, applicants generally need to:
Check the eligibility requirements for their intended visa subclass.
Submit or update an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Australian Government’s SkillSelect system.
Submit an ROI through the Live in Melbourne portal.
Wait to see whether they are invited to apply for Victorian nomination.
If invited and approved for nomination, submit a visa application to the Department of Home Affairs.
Submitting an ROI and paying the fee does not guarantee an invitation or successful nomination.
4. Does Paying the ROI Fee Guarantee an Invitation?
No. Payment only covers the submission of the ROI.
Victoria assesses and ranks eligible ROIs using its selection criteria and available nomination places. Applicants may be considered according to factors such as age, English language ability, qualifications, skilled employment experience, occupation skill level and other applicable selection factors.
The state may also prioritise particular industries or occupations under its program settings.
Even applicants who meet the eligibility criteria are not guaranteed an invitation. Competition, ranking and available nomination places can affect the outcome.
5. What If You Need to Withdraw and Submit a New ROI?
Applicants should ensure that the information in their ROI is accurate and up to date.
If information changes and the ROI needs to be replaced, the applicant may withdraw the existing ROI and submit a new one through the Live in Melbourne portal.
Under the confirmed 2026–27 fee arrangements, the ROI fee is charged once per program year. A replacement ROI submitted within that same program year will not incur another ROI fee.
However, applicants should carefully review their information before submission and follow the current portal instructions.
6. When Will Victoria’s 2026–27 Program Open?
The Victorian Government’s announcement confirms the new fee structure for the 2026–27 program year. However, the opening date and detailed program arrangements should be checked against the latest official announcements.
Applicants should not assume that the program is open simply because the fees have been published.
For the latest information on program dates, eligibility and nomination requirements, visit the official Live in Melbourne website before preparing or submitting an ROI.
Final Thoughts
Victoria’s new 2026–27 skilled migration fees introduce an additional cost for applicants seeking state nomination under thesubclass 190andsubclass 491pathways.
The ROI fee is AUD $60, increasing to AUD $66 when GST applies. A separate nomination application fee of AUD $180, or AUD $198 including GST where applicable, is payable if an applicant is invited to submit a nomination application.
Before proceeding, review the eligibility criteria, prepare accurate information, and budget for the relevant state nomination and visa application fees.
Planning to apply for a Victorian skilled visa nomination?
EMC Australia – Education & Migration Centre can help you understand the available skilled migration pathways and the general nomination process.
Visit https://www.emcaustralia.com.au to learn more about our services.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and does not constitute migration advice. Fees, eligibility criteria and program arrangements may change. Always check the official Victorian Government and Australian Department of Home Affairs websites for the latest requirements. Individual circumstances may require assessment by a registered Australian migration agent.
Official sources
Victorian Government – Update: Victoria’s skilled visa nomination program 2026–27 Victorian Government – Skilled migration fees