ACT Critical Skills List
Last Updated on March 26, 2026 by Ozlinks Education
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Each state and territory in Australia has its own list of skilled occupations that are needed in that area. These lists are based on the local job market and economic needs, which may be different from national shortages.
These lists allow regions to attract specialised skills that are in demand locally, even if they are not needed on a national level. This focused strategy guarantees that the workforce aligns with the unique challenges and opportunities present in different regions.
- ACT – Australian Capital Territory Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
- NT – Northern Territory Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
- NSW – New South Wales Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
- SA – South Australia Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
- VIC – Victoria Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
- QLD – Queensland Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
- TAS – Tasmania Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
- WA – Western Australia Skilled Nominated Migration (GSM)
State Nominated Occupation Lists
NSW State Nominated Occupation List
English Language Concessions
If the nominee is applying for a TSS visa, the average International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score required is 5.0 with no component being less than 4.0 (or the equivalent grading of one of the other English tests). If professional registration for the nominated occupation requires a higher level, then this is the overriding requirement.
If the nominee is applying for an ENS visa, the average IELTS score required is 5.0, with no component being less than 4.5 (or the equivalent grading of one of the other English tests). If professional registration for the nominated occupation requires a higher level, then this is the overriding requirement. Full details visit
Exemptions
Visa applicants whom holding the following passport do not need to undertake an English test.
Applicant is a passport holder from:
- Canada
- New Zealand
- the Republic of Ireland
- the United Kingdom
- the United States of America
Information is cited from Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and rdaorana
Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT)
The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) is currently AUD53,900. Both the AMSR for the nominated occupation and the guaranteed annual earnings you will pay to the worker must be at least as much as the current TSMIT. The TSMIT does not include non-monetary benefits such as accommodation or a car.
There are four types of TSMIT concessions available for employers under the Orana NSW DAMA, for full Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) visit Orana
Northern Territory Nominated Occupation List
English Language Concessions
English language concessions in the table below are applicable to the occupations on the Northern Territory Designated Area Migration Agreement (NT DAMA) list.
| IELTS band | Standard | TSS concession | ENS concession |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Medium term stream – 5.0 Short term stream – 5.0 |
5.0 | 5.0 |
| Speaking | Medium term stream – 5.0 Short term stream – 4.5 |
4.0 | 4.5 |
| Listening | Medium term stream – 5.0 Short term stream – 4.5 |
4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reading | Medium term stream – 5.0 Short term stream – 4.5 |
No minimum | 4.5 |
| Writing | Medium term stream – 5.0 Short term stream – 4.5 |
No minimum | 4.5 |
Exemptions
Visa applicant holding the following passport do not need to undertake an English test.
Applicant is a passport holder from:
- Canada
- New Zealand
- the Republic of Ireland
- the United Kingdom
- the United States of America
Information is cited from Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and NT
Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT)
The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) is currently AUD53,900. Both the AMSR for the nominated occupation and the guaranteed annual earnings you will pay to the worker must be at least as much as the current TSMIT. The TSMIT does not include non-monetary benefits such as accommodation or a car.
There are four types of TSMIT concessions available for employers under the NT DAMA, for full Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) visit industry.nt.gov.au
Queensland Nominated Occupation List
Currently Not Available
South Australia Nominated Occupation List
Currently Not Available
Victoria Nominated Occupation List
Currently Not Available