A. Introduction
- You must provide evidence that you have a suitable skills assessment for your nominated occupation from the relevant assessing authority.
- The validity of a skills assessment is determined as follows:
- If no expiry date is listed on the assessment, it is valid for three years from the date of issue.
- If the expiry date is less than three years, the assessment is valid until the date shown.
- If the expiry date exceeds three years, the assessment is still only valid for three years from the date of issue.
- The assessing authority will evaluate your qualifications and work experience to determine whether you meet the required skills for your nominated occupation in Australia. While requirements vary by occupation, you should be prepared to submit key evidence such as:
- Personal identification (e.g., passport)
- Educational qualifications (e.g., academic transcripts and certificates)
- Work experience (e.g., written references, employment contracts)
- Registration or licensing, either overseas or in Australia (if applicable)
- A skills assessment may be required for certain skilled visas, including:
- Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent (Points Stream)
- Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa
- Subclass 485 – Temporary Graduate Visa (Graduate Work Stream)
- Subclass 489 – Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa
- Subclass 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa
- We can assist with assessments from the following authorities
- AACA – Architects Accreditation Council of Australia
- AASW – Australian Association of Social Worker
- ACS – Australian Computer Society
- ACOPRA – Australian Council of Physiotherapy Regulating Authorities
- ADC – Australian Dental Council
- AIM – Australian Institute of Management
- AIMS – Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
- AIR – Australian Institute of Radiography
- AIWCW – Australian Institute of Welfare and Community Workers
- AMSA – Australian Maritime Safety Authority
- ANCI – Australian Nursing Council Incorporated
- APC – Australian Podiatry Council
- APEC – Australian Pharmacy Examining Council Inc
- APS – Australian Psychological Society
- ASCPA – Australian Society of Certified Practising Accountants
- CASA – Civil Aviation Safety Authority
- DAA – Dietitians Association of Australia
- ICAA – Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
- IEAust – Institution of Engineers Australia
- ISA – Institute of Surveyors Australia
- NAATI – National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters
- NOOSR – National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition
- OCANZ – Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand
- SLAA – State Legal Admission Authority
- SPAA – Speech Pathology Association of Australia
- TRA – Trades Recognition Australia
- VETASSESS – Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services
B. Skills Assessment Application Process at E&M
I. Pre-assessment Process
- Purpose: To determine an applicant’s eligibility for skills assessment before officially applying.
- Scope: Applies to all applicants pursuing a skills assessment.
- Steps:
Step 1: Occupation selection
- With the support of a registered migration agent, the applicant selects an occupation from the relevant skilled occupation list.
- The corresponding assessing authority is identified.
Step 2: Document preparation
- Personal documents
- Educational qualifications
- Work experience evidence
- Other relevant documentation as required
Step 3: Pre-assessment includes:
- Review of documentation completeness
- Evaluation of educational qualifications
- Assessment of work experience
- Determination of the likelihood of meeting assessment criteria
Step 4: Conclusion
- Provide an opinion on the likelihood of skills assessment approval
- Notify the applicant of pre-assessment results: If the result is positive and the applicant chooses to proceed, E&M will provide a list of required documents and assist in preparing the application.
II. Skills Assessment Application Submission Process
Purpose: E&M will act on behalf of the applicant to lodge the skills assessment application with the relevant assessing authority.
Steps:
Step 1: Verify pre-assessment outcome
Review and confirm pre-assessment results
Confirm eligibility for submission
Step 2: Guidance
Provide a checklist of required documents
Share the necessary forms
Step 3: Document preparation
Collect all documents according to the checklist
Complete the required forms
Review documents for accuracy and compliance
Notes:
- All documents must be valid and up to date
- Follow proper formatting and submission requirements
- Keep copies of all submitted documents
