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Skills Assessment for Australian Immigration

A positive skills assessment is mandatory for all skilled migration visas. Your nominated occupation determines which assessing authority evaluates your qualifications and experience.

6–16 weeks

Typical timeline

$500–$1,500

Assessment fee (AUD)

9+ bodies

Assessing authorities

A skills assessment is an evaluation by a designated authority that confirms your qualifications and work experience are suitable for your nominated occupation in Australia. It is required before you can submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect.

FieldAssessing AuthorityTypical Timeline
ICT / ComputingACS (Australian Computer Society)6–8 weeks
EngineeringEngineers Australia8–12 weeks
AccountingCPA / CA ANZ / IPA6–10 weeks
NursingANMAC8–12 weeks
TeachingAITSL8–16 weeks
TradesTRA (Trades Recognition Australia)12–16 weeks
MedicalMedical Board of AustraliaVaries
ArchitectureAACA8–12 weeks
Other professionsVETASSESS12–16 weeks

Assessment requirements vary by authority and may change. Check directly with the relevant assessing authority and consult a MARA-registered migration agent.