Skilled migrants nominated by the Victorian Government agree to live and work in the state of Victoria for a period of two years. Skilled migrants must advise the Skilled and Business Migration Program of their contact details three times:

prior to arriving in Victoria
after arriving in Victoria, and
for a period of two years post-arrival.

Email your contact details to smp.applications@liveinmelbourne.vic.gov.auexternal link

On arrival to Australia, Victorian nominated skilled migrants need to complete an email survey every six months for two years. The responses and feedback in the surveys are used to evaluate and improve the Victorian Government’s Skilled and Business Migration Program.

November 4, 2019

What are the conditions of visa nomination?

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November 4, 2019

I have received a request from the Department of Home Affairs for more information. What do I do?

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What is a Confirmation of Enrolment?

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November 4, 2019

Can I change my course or institution if I don’t like it?

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November 4, 2019

Can I work during my studies in Australia?

Yes, you can work while you’re studying in Australia. International students are permitted to work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight during study periods and unlimited hours during study breaks. There are […]