Last Updated on August 20, 2025 by Ozlinks Education
Skills Assessment for Migration
Skills Assessment is one of the important conditions that you must meet to be able to apply for some types of skilled visa such as subclass 482, subclass 485, subclass 189, subclass 190, subclass 491, subclass 494, the skills assessment is a mandatory criterion of the visa application process. The purpose of the skills assessment is to identify the oversea worker’s skills and assess their skills against the Australian ANZSCO skill level. A skills assessing authority is an organization, who will check that your skills meet the standards they set to work in a relevant occupation.
Skill Assessment Assistance
Each assessing authority has their own skill assessment criterion, procedures, and timeframes. The criterion undertakes by an assessing authority that apply to your selected ANZSCO occupational from the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) that will be assessed by the assessing authority in accordance with relevant professional standards.
Ozlinks Education Career Services provide an agency service, assisting individual applicants to understand the skill assessment requirements. Based on your selected ANZSCO occupational, we will be able to determine the right assessing authority and our knowledge of their requirements. Our experience in document checking ensure that you have meet the documentation requirements for the skills assessment application criteria, this process will allow us to tailor your application for maximal chance of positive outcome.
Points Test CalculatorSkills Assessing Authority
A skills assessing authority in Australia is an organization authorized by the Department of Home Affairs to evaluate the qualifications and skills of individuals applying for skilled migration visas. These authorities verify that a migrant’s skills and experience meet the necessary standards for their chosen occupation in Australia. To find out more about skills assessing authorities, click here.
What We Do
Additionally, we provide guidance on how to present your skills and experience in a way that aligns with the expectations of the assessing authority.
By working closely with you throughout the application process, we aim to enhance your chances of success and facilitate your journey towards achieving the outcome for your visa application purposes.
- Assist you in selecting the appropriate ANZSCO occupation that aligns with your qualifications and work experience.
- Assist you in preparing all required documents for your application.
- Assist you in preparing for the technical interview, if applicable.
- Assist you in preparing for the practical assessment, if applicable.
- Submit your application and track the progress of your application until it is completed.
Why do I need skills assessment assistance?
The assessment’s substantial impact on your application and its complexity may justify the pursuit of assistance. The process of navigating, comprehending the requirements, and compiling the necessary documentation can be quite challenging. If the process is not managed effectively, it may result in delays or even rejection of your application. Assistance may be necessary for the following reasons:
Complexity of the process:
Skills assessments involve the evaluation of your educational qualifications and work experience in comparison to the specific standards established by the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO). This process can be complex and may require a significant amount of time.
Meet the specific requirements:
Different occupations and subclass visa types have specific requirements for skills assessments. Understanding these differences is essential for achieving a positive outcome in the skills assessment process.
Document preparation:
Gathering and preparing the appropriate personal and employment documentation, including qualifications, academic transcripts, income statements, employment references, and other pertinent documents, can be a complicated task.
Evidence of skills:
If you are applying for a trade occupation, you must demonstrate your skills to the assessing authority. This may involve providing a detailed work history, preparing video portfolios, participating in technical interviews, and, in some cases, undergoing a practical assessment under a licensed trade occupation.
Potential for delays or not meeting the requirements
If your skills assessment application is incomplete or fails to meet the required criteria, it may be rejected or delayed, which could affect the timeline of your visa application. It is crucial to thoroughly review all documentation and ensure that it aligns with the specific requirements outlined by the assessing authority.
Maximizing points for visa applications:
Taking the time to prepare a thorough application can greatly improve your chances of achieving a successful outcome and maximising your claims for points test score. A favourable skills assessment can contribute points to your visa application, especially for skilled migration visas.
Skills Assessing Authorities
We can assist you in preparing and submitting your skills assessment application to one of the following skills assessment authorities:
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