Some Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa applicants holding passport from certain countries will have to undergo skills assessment for certain nominated occupations.
Legislative instrument IMMI 18/039 issued by the Minister of Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs specifies nominated occupations where skills assessment is mandatory for applicants that hold passport from certain countries as outlined in table below:
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code | Assessing Authority | Countries/SARs of Passport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automative Electrician | 321111 | TRA | Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Baker | 351111 | TRA | China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Cabinetmaker | 394111 | TRA | Brazil, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Carpenter | 331212 | TRA | Brazil, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Carpenter and Joiner | 331211 | TRA | Brazil, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Chef | 351311 | TRA | Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Cook | 351411 | TRA | Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Diesel Motor Mechanic | 321212 | TRA | Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Electrician (General) | 341111 | TRA | Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa or Vietnam |
| Electrician (Special Class) | 341112 | TRA | Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa or Vietnam |
| Fitter (General) | 323211 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Fitter and Turner | 323212 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Fitter-welder | 323213 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Joiner | 331213 | TRA | Brazil, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Metal Fabricator | 322311 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Metal Fitters and Machinists (nec) | 323299 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Metal Machinist (First Class) | 323214 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Motor Mechanic (General) | 321211 | TRA | Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Panelbeater | 324111 | TRA | China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Pastrycook | 351112 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Program or Project Administrator | 511112 | VETASSESS | All applicants regardless of country of passport |
| Sheetmetal Trades Workerk | 322211 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Specialist Managers (nec) except: (a) ambassador; or (b) archbishop; or (c) bishop |
139999 | VETASSESS | All applicants regardless of country of passport |
| Toolmaker | 323412 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
| Welder (First Class) | 322313 | TRA | Brazil, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam or Zimbabwe |
There are a few exemptions where skills assessment is not required. Contact us today to discuss your scenario!
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