Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
OSCA Occupation List
Australian skilled migration occupation lists, including the CSOL, currently use ANZSCO codes. OSCA is the incoming Australian Bureau of Statistics classification that will replace ANZSCO once the Department of Home Affairs adopts it for visa processing. Each occupation below links to a full page covering visa pathways, skills assessment requirements, and eligibility under the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
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What is OSCA?
Australian skilled migration occupation lists, including the CSOL, currently use ANZSCO codes. The Australian Bureau of Statistics released the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) in December 2024 to replace ANZSCO, but the Department of Home Affairs has not yet adopted OSCA for visa processing. That transition is underway and requires amendments to the migration legislative instruments. We show both codes so you can identify your occupation under the operative ANZSCO framework and the incoming OSCA framework.
OSCA assigns a unique 6-digit code to each occupation, and the ABS publishes a correspondence between ANZSCO and OSCA codes. Until Home Affairs adopts OSCA, eligibility for skilled migration visas continues to be determined by ANZSCO occupation codes.
Selecting the correct occupation classification is one of the most important decisions in a skilled migration application. An incorrect code can result in refusal, delay, or loss of fees. Visa Plan confirms the correct classification before any application is prepared.
How OSCA works in migration
Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)
The CSOL identifies occupations eligible for the Skills in Demand (482) Core Skills stream and the 186 Direct Entry stream, by ANZSCO 2022 code. The 189, 190, 491 and 494 use the separate MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL (ANZSCO 2013), so CSOL membership alone says nothing about those visas.
Skills assessment
Each CSOL occupation has a designated assessing authority. A positive skills assessment is required for most visa pathways. The authority is determined by the ANZSCO occupation code, not the job title.
Points test and SkillSelect
For the points-tested visas your occupation must appear on the MLTSSL (189) or the MLTSSL or STSOL (190), with the ROL added for the state nominated 491. Expressions of Interest are lodged in SkillSelect using your ANZSCO occupation code. Cut-off scores vary by occupation and round.
Employer sponsorship
For employer sponsored visas, your employer nominates you under a specific ANZSCO occupation code. The nominated occupation must match the genuine duties of the position.
456
CSOL occupations
35
Non-CSOL occupations
564
Occupation pages
Dec 2024
OSCA released by ABS
Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL): 456 occupations
Occupations on the CSOL, given legal effect through the Subclass 482 instrument (F2024L01620) and the Subclass 186 instrument (F2024L01618), are eligible for the Skills in Demand (482) Core Skills stream and the 186 Employer Nominated Scheme (Direct Entry stream). Whether an occupation also supports the 189, 190, 491 or 494 depends on the MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL, stated on each occupation page. The full list is also available on the dedicated CSOL page. Use Ctrl+F to search this table.
Non-CSOL Occupations: 35 occupations
These occupations are not listed on the CSOL as standalone titles, so the 482 Core Skills stream and 186 Direct Entry are not open on them. Some remain on the MLTSSL, STSOL or ROL for the 189, 190, 491 or 494; each page states which. Labour Agreements or DAMAs may also be available. The table below lists 35 non-CSOL occupations and 74 generic occupation groups, which link to a page where you can select your specialisation. The full list is also available on the dedicated non-CSOL page. Use Ctrl+F to search.
OSCA and CSOL: common questions
What is the difference between OSCA and ANZSCO?
How many occupations are on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)?
My occupation is not on the CSOL. Can I still migrate to Australia?
Does my CSOL occupation guarantee a visa?
Occupation data sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) and the Department of Home Affairs Core Skills Occupation List. The CSOL is given legal effect through the migration occupations instruments: the Subclass 482 instrument (F2024L01620) and the Subclass 186 instrument (F2024L01618). Occupation list status changes periodically; always verify current status on the Department of Home Affairs website before lodging. This page provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice.