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Skilled Occupation List (SOL)

Last updated: 30 October 2026

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Search more than 1,100 Australian occupations by name, ANZSCO code or keyword. For each occupation you can see the skill level, assessing authority, which occupation lists it is on, the visa subclasses it may be eligible for, and state and territory nomination streams. You can also see access to DAMA and industry labour agreements.

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An occupation appearing in this tool does not mean it is a skilled occupation for every visa. Around 430 occupations in the tool are not on any skilled occupation list. They are included because they can only be sponsored by an employer through a DAMA or labour agreement.

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Use this page to check whether your occupation appears on the skilled occupation list and explore possible visa pathways.

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Not sure which visa pathway suits your occupation? Book a consultation with our registered migration agents at RACC Australia.​

 

How to Use This List

  1. Find your occupation using the search bar below

  2. Check which list your occupation appears on

  3. Confirm which visa subclasses you may be eligible for

  4. Click your occupation name (where available) to read our detailed guide on how to apply for PR

Understanding the occupation lists

  • MLTSSL (Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List): the only list for the Skilled Independent visa (189), the Family Sponsored stream of the 491, and the Temporary Graduate visa (485) Post-Vocational Education Work stream. Also usable for the 190, the state-nominated 491, the 494 and the 407.

  • STSOL (Short-term Skilled Occupation List): usable for the Skilled Nominated visa (190), the state-nominated 491, the 494 and the 407. Not eligible for the 189.

  • ROL (Regional Occupation List): usable for regional visas, mainly the state-nominated 491 and the 494. Some ROL occupations carry caveats, so check the visas shown for each one.

  • CSOL (Core Skills Occupation List): introduced in December 2024. Used for the Skills in Demand visa (482) Core Skills stream and the Employer Nomination Scheme (186) Direct Entry stream.

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Many occupations are on more than one list. Lists change, so always confirm your occupation with the Department of Home Affairs before you lodge.​

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Visas you will see in the tool

  • 189, 190, 491: points-tested skilled visas. The 189 needs an invitation from Home Affairs. The 190 and state-nominated 491 need state or territory nomination.

  • 491F: the 491 Family Sponsored stream, sponsored by an eligible relative living in a designated regional area.

  • 485: Temporary Graduate visa, Post-Vocational Education Work stream.

  • 482: Skills in Demand visa. The Core Skills stream uses the CSOL. The Specialist Skills stream is based on salary, not on an occupation list, and excludes trades workers, machinery operators, drivers and labourers.

  • 186, 187 and 494: employer sponsored permanent and regional visas. The 186 and 187 Temporary Residence Transition streams are only for eligible people already working for their sponsoring employer on a temporary visa.

  • 407: Training visa.

  • DAMA: employer sponsorship through a Designated Area Migration Agreement in a specific region.

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State and territory nomination

Open any occupation and check the State/Territory Eligibility panel. Each state has its own streams, and a Y means the occupation is on that stream's current list. States change their lists and close or open streams during the program year, so check the state's website before you apply.

Current list dates:

  • ACT: Nominated Migration Program Occupation List updated 10 October 2025.

  • NSW: 190 Skills List updated for 2026–27. The NSW Regional Skills List for the 491 is still waiting for an update from NSW.

  • QLD: 2025–26 Queensland Skilled Occupation Lists. The 2026–27 list is still under consultation.

  • SA, WA, TAS and NT: lists checked against each state's website on 29 October 2026.

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DAMA and labour agreements

  • DAMA: there are 13 DAMAs in Australia. Each covers a set region and a set list of occupations. DAMA is employer sponsored only: you need an endorsed employer in that region. You cannot apply for a DAMA visa by yourself.

  • Industry Labour Agreements (ILA): fixed agreements for specific industries such as aged care, meat, dairy, fishing, horticulture, restaurant (premium dining), advertising, on-hire, pork and ministers of religion.

  • Skilled Refugee Labour Agreement Pilot (SRLAP): the pilot ran until 30 June 2026. At 30 October 2026, Home Affairs had not announced an extension. The SRLAP flag in this tool shows which occupations were on the pilot's list.

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Why some occupations appear twice

Home Affairs now lists some occupations under their ANZSCO 2022 code instead of the older ANZSCO 2013 code. For example, Plumber (General) is 334116 under ANZSCO 2022 and 334111 under the older version. The tool shows both rows with the same visa information so you can find your occupation with either code.

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Where this data comes from

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Browse Skilled Occupations by Field

Browse skilled occupations by field to find occupations that may be relevant for Australian skilled migration, employer sponsorship, regional migration, state nomination, or DAMA pathways. Search any occupation in the tool above to see its lists, visas and state nomination streams.

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Healthcare and Medical Occupations

Healthcare and medical occupations are often connected to Australia's workforce demand across hospitals, aged care, disability care, allied health, and community health services. Examples include:

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Engineering Occupations

Engineering occupations may be eligible for skilled migration and employer sponsored pathways where technical qualifications, work experience, and skills assessment requirements are met. Read more about engineering migration pathways and the Engineering Professional Year.

 

Examples include:

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ICT and Technology Occupations

ICT and technology occupations are commonly searched by applicants looking for skilled visa, state nomination, and employer sponsorship options in Australia. See the latest PR invitations for ICT occupations. Examples include:

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Trades and Construction Occupations

Trades and construction occupations may be relevant for skilled, employer sponsored, regional, and DAMA visa pathways, especially where Australia has local labour shortages. Examples include:

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Education and Teaching Occupations

Education and teaching occupations may be considered for skilled migration where applicants meet qualification, registration, English, and skills assessment requirements. Examples include:

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Hospitality and Tourism Occupations

Hospitality and tourism occupations may appear in skilled, regional, employer sponsored, DAMA, and labour agreement pathways depending on location and visa requirements. Examples include:

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Accounting and Finance Occupations

Accounting and finance occupations are commonly reviewed by applicants checking skilled migration, assessing authority, and state nomination options. Read our PR pathway for accounting. Examples include:

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Agriculture and Farming Occupations

Agriculture and farming occupations may be relevant for regional Australia, DAMA, employer sponsorship, and skilled migration pathways. Examples include:

  • Agricultural Consultant - 234111

  • Agricultural Scientist - 234112

  • Agricultural Engineer - 233912

  • Agricultural Technician - 311111 (ROL only)

  • Aquaculture Farmer - 121111

  • Beef Cattle Farmer - 121312

  • Dairy Cattle Farmer - 121313

  • Pig Farmer - 121318

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DAMA and Labour Agreement Occupations

These occupations are not on the MLTSSL, STSOL, ROL or CSOL. They can only be sponsored by an employer through a DAMA in a covered region or through an industry labour agreement. See the SA DAMA occupation list and the NT DAMA occupation list. Examples include:

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Popular Skilled Occupations

Some skilled occupations are searched more often because they are commonly linked to Australian visa planning, skills assessment, employer sponsorship, or state nomination. See also the 189 visa occupation list, the Core Skills Occupation List and the Occupation Shortage List 2026.

A popular occupation is not automatically eligible for every visa. Eligibility depends on the occupation list, ANZSCO code, assessing authority, visa subclass, points test requirements, nomination rules, sponsorship requirements, and current migration policy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Australia Skilled Occupation List?

The Australia Skilled Occupation List is a collection of occupations that may be eligible for Australian skilled migration, employer sponsored visas, regional visas, state nomination, DAMA, or labour agreement pathways.

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What is an ANZSCO code?

An ANZSCO code is a classification number used to identify an occupation in Australia and New Zealand. In Australian migration, the ANZSCO code helps connect an occupation to skill level, assessing authority, and visa eligibility.

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What is the difference between MLTSSL, STSOL, ROL, and CSOL?

MLTSSL is linked to medium and long-term skilled workforce needs, STSOL is linked to short-term skilled needs, ROL is linked to regional workforce needs, and CSOL is used for the Skills in Demand visa and the Subclass 186 Direct Entry stream.

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Which occupation list is used for the Subclass 189 visa?

The Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa is generally linked to occupations on the MLTSSL. Applicants must also meet points test, skills assessment, English, age, and invitation requirements.

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Which occupation list is used for the Subclass 190 visa?

The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa may use occupations from the MLTSSL and STSOL, depending on the relevant state or territory nomination requirements.

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Which occupation list is used for the Subclass 491 visa?

The Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa may use occupations from the MLTSSL, STSOL, or ROL, depending on the nomination stream and regional requirements.

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Which occupation list is used for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa?

The Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa uses the Core Skills Occupation List for the Core Skills stream. Employer sponsorship, salary, skills, experience, and other visa requirements may also apply.

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Does being on the Skilled Occupation List guarantee a visa?

No. Being listed as an eligible occupation does not guarantee a visa. Applicants must meet all visa requirements, including skills assessment, English, age, work experience, points test, nomination, sponsorship, health, and character requirements where applicable.

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Can occupation eligibility change?

Yes. Skilled occupation lists, visa rules, state nomination requirements, and assessing authority requirements can change. Always check the latest official information before applying.

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How do I choose the right occupation for my visa application?

Choose the occupation that best matches your qualifications, work experience, and actual job duties. The occupation should align with the relevant ANZSCO description and the requirements of the assessing authority.
 

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