A new financial year does not automatically mean you need to submit a new Expression of Interest (EOI) or Registration of Interest (ROI).
An EOI lodged through SkillSelect remains valid for 2 years from the date of submission. However, each Australian state and territory has its own nomination process and application timeframes.
1. New South Wales, Western Australia, Northern Territory
NSW, WA and the NT do not require a separate ROI for their standard skilled nomination programs.
Under the FY2025-26 policy, NSW (Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 Pathway 2) and WA select eligible candidates directly from the SkillSelect EOI portal. For the Northern Territory, applicants must first submit an EOI through SkillSelect and then lodge a separate nomination application with MigrationNT once the application portal opens.
Therefore, you do not need to create a new EOI simply because FY2026-27 has commenced, as long as your current EOI is still valid and all the information provided remains accurate and up to date.
2. Victoria, Queensland
Both Victoria and Queensland generally allow applicants to continue using their existing EOI, provided it still meets the state's eligibility requirements.
For Victoria, updating your EOI points usually does not require you to submit a new ROI, unless the information declared in your ROI has changed. However, if your current EOI is due to expire within the next 12 months, you should lodge a new EOI, withdraw your existing ROI, and submit a new ROI using your new EOI reference number.
Queensland no longer requires applicants to lodge a new EOI for each program year. Under the current published guidelines, however, applicants are still required to submit a new ROI for each program year. As the FY2026-27 policy has not yet been fully released, the opening date for new ROI submissions is still subject to confirmation by the Queensland Government.
3. Tasmania, The Australian Capital Territory
Tasmania's ROI and the ACT's Canberra Matrix are both initially valid for 6 months.
Tasmania will open ROI submissions for FY2026-27 on 17 August 2026 and will introduce a new Priority Attributes framework as part of its candidate selection process. Applicants are therefore encouraged to review their eligibility, recalculate their points where applicable, and consider submitting a new ROI that aligns with the updated selection criteria.
For the ACT, applicants should monitor the validity of their Canberra Matrix and update it before it expires. Under the new arrangements, a Matrix may be extended by an additional 6 months, allowing a maximum validity period of 12 months from the initial submission date
4. South Australia
South Australia does not require applicants to lodge a new EOI for each program year.
Under the FY2025-26 program, offshore applicants are selected directly from SkillSelect, while eligible onshore applicants are required to submit an ROI. If an ROI receives a "Not Invited" outcome, applicants must wait 3 months before they can submit another ROI.
Before withdrawing or creating a new EOI or ROI, make sure you check your EOI's validity, review the latest nomination requirements for your chosen state or territory, and ensure that all information across your EOI, ROI, and supporting documents is accurate and consistent.
To stay up to date with the latest FY2026-27 state nomination policies, contact Skill Direct for a personalised assessment and expert guidance on developing the right migration strategy for your circumstances.
