Data Scientist
ICT Professionals
Data Scientist is listed on Australia's Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). Skilled migration to Australia for Data Scientists involves visa pathways, skills assessment requirements, and key eligibility requirements under the CSOL.
Data Scientist (ANZSCO 224115) is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
ANZSCO Code
224115
Skills Assessment Body
Typical Qualification
Bachelor degree or higher (ANZSCO Skill Level 1)
Visa pathways for Data Scientist
- Occupation code
- ANZSCO 224115
- Occupation lists as at 2026-09-25
- CSOL
- Assessing authority
- Australian Computer Society Incorporated (ACS) · assessment fee $625 to $1,498 AUD by pathway, checked September 2026
- Typical qualification
- Bachelor degree or higher (ANZSCO Skill Level 1)
Subclass 482
Skills in Demand, Core Skills stream
Employer nomination of Data Scientist under ANZSCO 2022 code 224115, with at least 1 year of relevant work experience.
Subclass 186
Employer Nomination Scheme
Direct Entry on the CSOL with a skills assessment from ACS, or Temporary Residence Transition after 2 years on a 482 with the sponsoring employer as Data Scientist; the TRT stream has no occupation list.
Not available for Data Scientist: 189 (not on the MLTSSL); 190 (not on the MLTSSL or STSOL); 491 (not on the MLTSSL, STSOL or ROL); 494 (not on its list).
How each visa works: 482, 186, 494, 189, 190, 491, DAMA and skills assessment. Lists: Department of Home Affairs.
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Data Analyst →
On the CSOL · ANZSCO 224114 · assessed by ACS
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Reviewed by Visa Plan Lawyers · Last updated: April 2026 · Occupation data sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) and the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO), and the Department of Home Affairs Core Skills Occupation List, given legal effect through the Subclass 482 instrument (F2024L01620) and the Subclass 186 instrument (F2024L01618). Occupation list status (MLTSSL, STSOL, ROL) as published by the Department of Home Affairs on 2026-09-25. This page provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Contact Visa Plan for advice specific to your situation.