Question 1

What is ANZSCO?

Accepted Answer

ANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations) is the official classification system used by the Australian government to categorise occupations for skilled migration purposes.

Question 2

What are the skilled occupation lists?

Accepted Answer

Australia maintains several occupation lists: MLTSSL (Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List), STSOL (Short-term Skilled Occupation List), ROL (Regional Occupation List), and CSOL (Core Skills Occupation List). Each list determines which visas an occupation is eligible for.

Question 3

How do I find my ANZSCO code?

Accepted Answer

Use the search bar above to search by occupation name or ANZSCO code. You can also filter by category to browse all occupations in a specific field.

Question 4

How do skill levels work?

Accepted Answer

ANZSCO assigns skill levels 1 to 5. Level 1 requires a bachelor degree or higher, while Level 5 requires a Certificate I or secondary education. Higher-skilled occupations generally have better visa pathway options.

Question 5

Which visa can I apply for with my ANZSCO code?

Accepted Answer

Your ANZSCO code determines which skilled visas you can apply for. Occupations on the MLTSSL are eligible for Subclass 189 (Independent), 190 (State Nominated), and 491 (Regional). STSOL occupations qualify for 190 and 482 (Employer Sponsored). CSOL occupations may be eligible for additional pathways. Use our search tool to check your specific occupation's visa eligibility.

Question 6

What is a skills assessment?

Accepted Answer

A skills assessment is a mandatory step for Australian skilled migration. Each ANZSCO occupation has a designated assessing authority (e.g., Engineers Australia, ACS, VETASSESS) that evaluates your qualifications and work experience against Australian standards. You must obtain a positive skills assessment before lodging most skilled visa applications.

Question 7

How many points do I need for a 189 visa?

Accepted Answer

The minimum points threshold for a Subclass 189 visa is 65 points, but competitive occupations often require 80-90+ points to receive an invitation. Points are awarded for age, English proficiency, work experience, education, and other factors. Use our Points Calculator tool to estimate your score and check our ANZSCO search for occupation-specific invitation trends.

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