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The Victorian Government has a formal agreement with the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC), concerning the state sponsorship of skilled migrants to Victoria under the Skilled - Sponsored (176 and 886) and Skilled - Regional Sponsored (475 and 487) visas. This agreement is called the State Migration Plan.The Victorian Government offers visa sponsorship to eligible skilled migrants with an occupation listed on one of the State Sponsorship Eligibility Lists. These occupations change over time to meet Victoria’s needs for skilled workers, so check that your occupation is on the current list before you apply.

The Victorian Government State Sponsorship Eligibility list provides information on occupations, including specialisations and requirements, eligible for consideration for state sponsorship under the following visa types:
Skilled-Sponsored (176) visa
Skilled-Regional Sponsored (475 and 487) visa.
View the list

The Victorian Government State Sponsorship Eligibility List for Graduates provides information on occupations, including specialisations and requirements, eligible for consideration for state sponsorship under the following visa type:
Skilled-Sponsored (886) visa. View the list