Explore Visa Options
There is a range of visa options for you as either a skilled or a business migrant wanting to live in Australia. You can:
- apply as an independent migrant
- be sponsored by a family member
- be sponsored by an employer
- be nominated by a State or Territory government.
Victorian Government nomination
The Victorian Government is able to provide visa nomination for skilled and business migrants in support of your visa application to the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). The Victorian Government does not grant visas. For more information, see State Nomination.
The Australian Government processes all migration visas
Immigration in Australia is overseen by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). They are responsible for all immigration matters including all visa processing and visa grants.
The following documents provide useful information about living, working and investing in Melbourne, Victoria: