Migration Overseas
A vital step in your skilled migration journey. Understanding your occupation code and assessment authority.
ANZSCO stands for the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations. It is a system that collects, publishes, and analyses occupation statistics across government agencies.
For migration purposes, every eligible occupation is assigned a unique 6-digit code. This code defines the task, skill level, and qualification required for that job.
Example: Software Engineer is ANZSCO 261313.
Every occupation has a designated Skill Level (1 to 5) which indicates the range and complexity of the tasks performed.
| Level | Typical Qualification Required | Typical Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Skill Level 1 | Bachelor Degree or Higher | At least 5 years relevant experience may substitute for formal qualification. |
| Skill Level 2 | Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma | At least 3 years relevant experience. |
| Skill Level 3 | Certificate IV or Certificate III with 2 years on-the-job training | At least 3 years relevant experience. |
| Skill Level 4 | Certificate II or III | At least 1 year relevant experience. |
| Skill Level 5 | Certificate I or Secondary Education | Short period of on-the-job training. |
Before you can apply for most skilled visas (189, 190, 491, 186), you must have a positive Skills Assessment from the relevant authority for your nominated occupation.
Here are some of the major assessing authorities in Australia:
| Authority | Full Name | Typical Occupations Covered |
|---|---|---|
| ACS | Australian Computer Society | ICT Professionals (Software Engineers, Developers, Systems Analysts) |
| EA | Engineers Australia | Engineering Professionals (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) |
| VETASSESS | Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services | General Professional Occupations (Marketing, HR, Scientists, University Lecturers) & Trade Occupations (Plumbers, Electricians) |
| CPA / CA ANZ / IPA | Accounting Bodies | Accountants, Auditors, Finance Managers |
| TRA | Trades Recognition Australia | Tradespersons (Chefs, Mechanics, Carpenters, Metal Fabricators) |
| AITSL | Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership | Teachers (Primary, Secondary, Early Childhood) |
| ANMAC | Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council | Nurses and Midwives |
| AIM | Australian Institute of Management | Senior Managers and Executives |
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