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Registration of Interest: Skilled & State-Nominated

Published Oct 29, 2025

Getting your visa application processed for General Skilled Migration? This article walks you through the Registration of Interest (ROI), how it helps get noticed by the state government for migration opportunities, and how it can open a pathway for Australian Permanent Residency. 
Registration of Interest | What it’s all about 
The Registration of Interest (ROI) is the process of showing interest in getting nominated by a state or territory for possible employment. If looking for work that gets you recommended by the state, this would be the aptly option for you. 

Vying for a Working Visa | Who the ROI is for

The ROI is for those who are seeking employment through a state nomination process. The submission is done through a state-specific hub. What makes the ROI special? The factors that are considered have the potential for you to contribute to the territory’s economy and workforce needs — a worthwhile endeavor for any employee if you’d ask us. 

Registration of Interest vs. Expression of Interest | What’s the difference?

Even if they’ve got a lot of things different about them, they have similarities too — both are essential processes to go through when planning to work and migrate to Australia.The EOI opens the opportunity while the ROI focuses on getting applicants who can have skills that are needed in certain states. The EOI complements the ROI because the process wouldn’t be complete without both. From Registration to Nomination | The Process

What you’ll need: 
EOI (Expression of Interest)
Documents & necessary paperwork
1. Check eligibility
This is always the first crucial step. See if you meet the criteria in your chosen occupation. We need to know if you meet the initial criteria so you can proceed to the next steps. 
2. Submit your EOI 
Creating a solid EOI helps put leverage on your application. We recommend that if you want to check out deets on how to write a good EOI, check it in our article here. 
3. Submit ROI 
After going through the SkillSelect portal, you’ll be able to secure your EOI number and use that to submit your nomination application to the official government portal. 
4. Wait for Immigration’s results
After submitting your application, you’ll need to wait for the Immigration results. If you pass, you get an Invitation to Apply (ITA) and move on to the invitation rounds.
Important Note: we suggest you check the website of each state & territory for more specific information. For example, here’s what the ROI selection process looks like in Victoria:
Criteria considered: 
Age
English proficiency 
Work experience in chosen/nominated occupation
Educational qualifications
Skill level in chosen occupation
Salary (for onshore applicants)
Partner/Spouse’s skill level (if applicable)

The ROI selection process gives priority to the following:

  • Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine (STEMM) occupations
  • Healthcare occupations 
  • Social Services occupations
  • Hospitality occupations (for those with 491 visas)
  • Manufacturing and economic occupations
  • Education occupations
 

Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)
How to Apply: 

  • Submit your EOI through SkillSelect
  • Get your EOI number from Skill Select. 
  • Submit your ROI in the official government portal to be included in the nomination list.
  • Once you get an ITA, you can apply for a nomination through the portal.
  • After the nomination submission, state the visa application for the visa type you’ve chosen.
 

Documents required 
How to Apply: 

  • Skills assessment report 
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • A valid passport 

 

If employed, prepare the following:
How to Apply: 

  • Contract of Employment
  • Job Description
  • Payslips 
  • Statement of superannuation

 

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491)
How to Apply: 

  • Submit your EOI through SkillSelect
  • Get your EOI number from Skill Select. 
  • Submit your ROI in the official government portal to be included in the nomination list.
  • Once you get an ITA, you can apply for a nomination through the portal.
  • After the nomination submission, state the visa application for the visa type you’ve chosen.

 

Documents required

  • For Onshore applicants 
    Passport
  • English language proficiency result
  • Skills assessment
  • Documentation proof of address and employment
  • Job description
  • Payslips 

 

For Offshore applicants

  • Passport 
  • English language proficiency result
  • Skill assessment

 

EOI for the ROI | State & territory government EOI Nomination tally
Want specific deets to help you decide? To get a scope of how many applicants are interested in getting state nominations, here are the number of EOI state nominations from state & territory governments from July 2024 – January 2025.

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