Skilled Migration occupation lists

What are Australia's skilled migration occupations lists?

Australia's skilled visa programs is based on the following skilled occupation lists:

• Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)
• Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
• Regional Occupation List (ROL)

They are subject to a regular review to reflect the current labour demand and address genuine skill shortages in Australia.

The Priority Migration Skilled Occupations List was also introduced in 2020 to aid with Australia's economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Regional skilled occupations lists

There are regional areas in Australia that have their own specific lists or requirements for skilled migration.

For instance, some regional areas in Australia have their own occupation lists called the "Regional Occupation List" (ROL) or "Regional Skilled Occupation List" (RSOL) that are separate from the national occupation lists such as the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). These regional occupation lists are designed to cater to the specific needs and priorities of those regional areas in terms of skilled migration.

The ROL or RSOL typically include occupations that are in demand or experiencing skill shortages in specific regional areas of Australia. The occupations on these lists may vary depending on the specific region and its economic and labor market conditions. The aim is to encourage skilled migration to regional areas and address skill shortages in those regions, while also promoting regional economic growth and development.

The occupations included on the ROL or RSOL are generally related to key industries and sectors that are important for the regional economy, such as agriculture, mining, healthcare, construction, and education. Examples of occupations that may be included on a regional occupation list could include farm managers, chefs, early childhood teachers, engineers, healthcare professionals, and tradespersons, among others.

In addition, there are some visa subclasses, such as the Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)) visa and the Subclass 494 (Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional (Provisional)) visa, which are specifically for regional areas in Australia. These visas have their own requirements, including specific occupation lists, to encourage skilled migration to regional areas and address skill shortages in those regions.

Regional occupation lists and requirements can change over time

Requirements are subject to updates and revisions by the Australian government. It is recommended consult a qualified immigration consultant or a registered migration agent for accurate and current information related to regional skills shortage lists in Australia.

States and territories in Australia that have their own regional occupation lists (ROL)

Australian states and territories have their own occupation lists for skilled migration to regional areas, which may be referred to as the "Regional Occupation List" (ROL) or similar terms. These lists are designed to cater to the specific needs and priorities of those regions in terms of skilled migration.

Here are some examples of states and territories in Australia that have their own regional occupation lists, along with some examples of occupations that may be included in those lists:

1. New South Wales (NSW) - NSW Regional Skilled Occupation List (NSW ROL) Examples of occupations on NSW ROL: Civil Engineer, Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Social Worker, etc.
2. Victoria (VIC) - Regional Occupation List (VIC ROL) Examples of occupations on VIC ROL: Accountant, Carpenter, Cook, Electrician, Hairdresser, Nurse, Plumber, etc.
3. South Australia (SA) - Regional Occupation List (SA ROL) Examples of occupations on SA ROL: Chef, Engineer (excludes Mining Engineers), ICT Business Analyst, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, etc.
4. Queensland (QLD) - Queensland Regional Occupation List (QLD ROL) Examples of occupations on QLD ROL: Automotive Electrician, Baker, Diesel Motor Mechanic, Medical Practitioner, Secondary School Teacher, Welder, etc.
5. Western Australia (WA) - Western Australia Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL) Examples of occupations on WASMOL: Construction Project Manager, Dental Practitioner, Geologist, Marketing Specialist, Telecommunications Network Engineer, etc.

Please note that the specific requirements, eligibility criteria, and occupation lists for regional visas may differ depending on the state or territory in question, and they can change over time due to updates and revisions by the respective state or territory governments.