The Short Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) for the TSS visa
When looking at Australian visas, especially work-related visas, it’s important to make sure your occupation is firstly listed for your chosen visa, and if it is, which occupation list it belongs to.Â
This article is going to take a closer look at occupations that are listed in the Short Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and what you should be aware of if applying for the TSS/482 visa.
What is the STSOL occupation List?
The STSOL is a list of skilled occupations that can be sponsored through the Short-Term Stream for a TSS visa. On 18 April 2017 the STSOL replaced the ConsolidatedÂ
If your occupation is on the STSOL then you will be granted a visa for either one or two years, unless an International Trade Obligation (ITO) applies. It will be up to the sponsoring employer to decide if they will nominate you for one or two years.
You will have the option to reapply for the visa only once whilst in Australia and only once from overseas. You will need an employer willing to nominate you each time.
Occupations on the STSOL
The table below lists all of the occupations that are currently listed on the STSOL. Once you find your occupation, it’s worth reading the full ANZSCO occupation description to make sure you have the required level of formal qualification, if additional experience can substitute formal qualifications, and what the tasks are associated with the occupation. The tasks are probably the most important as you will need to provide evidence you have the required amount of experience performing these tasks.
Find your occupation’s ANZSCO description
To check the full ANZSCO description for your occupation, copy your occupation’s ANZSCO number from the table above → click on the button below → you will be redirected to the ANZSCO website → finally, paste your occupations number into the search box (top right of page). You can then learn more about your occupation and make sure it is suitable for you.
General requirements
When looking at the requirements for the TSS visa each occupation will vary according to ANZSCO’s classification of the occupation. All occupations on the STSOL have the same English requirements. You will also need to prove in your application that you meet the health requirements and character requirements.
Depending on your occupation and nationality you may also be required to complete a skills assessment.
What English score do I need to get?
You will need to complete an English test to prove you meet the minimum standards for English language proficiency unless English exemptions apply.
The score required for STSOL occupations is lower than for occupations on the MLTSSL when applying for the TSS visa.
Will Permanent Residency (PR) be an option?
Yes, however your options do vary compared to occupations on the MLTSSL.
Firstly if you want to eventually apply for PR and your occupation is on the STSOL then you must work for an employer that is based in regional Australia. Therefore if your occupation is on this list and you decide to work for an employer in one of the main cities, i.e Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, then PR will not be an option for you.
In addition, you must also work for the same employer for a minimum of three years in order to be eligible to apply for PR through the Temporary Residence Transitional (TRT) stream for the Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme visa (RSMS) subclass 187.
If for whatever reason you decide to change employers you will need to work for the new employer for a further three years, regardless of how long you worked for the previous employer.
Finally, your employer must be willing to support your application once you are eligible for PR. For an employer to support your application they must pay an additional $3,000 or $5,000 to the Australian Government. Not all employers may be willing to support the application. We recommend you discuss this with any potential employers at the beginning, to avoid lost time.
For a lot of people migrating to Australia, PR is their aim. Therefore we recommend that you consult with a MARA Registered Migration Agent to make sure you are aware of your options.
Visa application costs for STSOL occupations
The following costs only cover the Government fees for the visa application. Other costs, such as fees for using a registered Migration Agent, health checks, English language tests or police certificates, are additional.
All prices are in Australian dollars (AUD) and must be paid at the time of lodging the application.
Government Fees
All prices are in Australian dollars (AUD) and must be paid at the time of lodging the application.Â
Which occupations are on the STSOL?
The following occupations are included on the STSOL, as of the date of this article. Each occupation has a link outlining the occupation’s key characteristics and requirements, outlined by ANZSCO. To fully understand what each section means, read our article about which occupations are available on the TSS Visa.
Summary
Knowing which category your occupation falls into is the first step. Be sure to familiarise yourself with the ANZSCO requirements of your particular occupation, as well as any permanent residency (PR) limitations that might occur.
If you would like our help with understanding which documents to gather or if you want to discuss our TSS Visa Program to see how we can help find you an employer, please get in contact with us today.
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Disclaimer
All of the information provided has been gathered and written based on general information that is available at the Department of Home Affairs website.
This information is not legal advice and should be used for general information purposes only.Â
We strongly recommend you engage a Registered Migration Agent who can complete a full assessment and advise you accordingly. If you would like to be connected with a Registered Migration Agent, please contact us and we will find an agent to help you. Â
Need our help?
Regardless what visa you plan on applying for or what you need help with, we are here to guide you through the process.
We offer a number of services and what we can’t directly help you with, we have formed partnerships with various companies that will be able to help you.
Get in contact with us today to find out more or ask any questions you may have.
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Who Needs a Skills Assessment...
Continue ReadingIf you plan on applying for the employer-sponsored TSS/482 visa, then you will want to check if you will be required to complete a mandatory skills assessment for the 482 visa.
Unlike other Australian visas such as the 491, 189, 190, and 494 visas, where skills assessments are mandatory for everyone, for the 482 visa there are only a small number of occupations and nationalities that must complete the assessment.
Let’s take a closer look at who needs to complete a skills assessment for the 482 visa.
Do you need to complete a skills assessment for the 482 visa?
The below table lists the only occupations for the 482 visa that requires a skills assessment as part of the visa requirements. Even if your occupation is listed below, it doesn’t mean you have to complete the assessment. For each of the occupations listed, it is only specific nationalities or passport holders that must complete the assessment, they are listed below as well.
Who is exempt from taking a skills assessment for the 482 visa
To be exempt from taking the skills assessment for the 482 visa, any one of the below points would need to apply:
- Your occupation is not listed
- Your occupation is listed but you hold a different passport that is listed
- Your occupation is listed, you hold a passport listed but also hold another passport not listed (in this case, you would need to apply for the visa using the passport not listed)
- You have gained the required level of qualification for your occupation by studying in Australia*
*There are a number of education bodies outside of Australia that will issue Australian qualifications once completed, only related Australian qualifications gained by physically studying in Australia can be used for the exemption.
How to complete a skills assessment for the 482 visa
If you as part of the 482 visa requirements you’ll need to complete a skills assessment and do not meet any of the exemptions, then you have two options when completing it.
The first is to complete it on your own. There are a number of documents that must be submitted to the assessing body in stage 1 of the process. These documents and what information must be included, will vary depending on the occupation and assessing body. Once gathered you will then need to complete all of the application documents, submit your gathered documents, and then wait for the outcome. If successful, you would then need to complete a Technical and potentially a Practical Interview before getting your final assessment outcome.
The second option is to get professional help completing the Skills Assessment. There are a number of agents who offer this service, guiding you through every stage of the process. The advantage of using an agent is that they know exactly what to do, which generally saves you time, effort, and stress! As you would imagine, using an agent means extra costs to you.
To find out more about the skills assessment process, costs, and documents required, search all of the authorised Skills Assessment companies for your occupation and visit their website for more information.Â
Need our help completing the skills assessment for the 482 visa?
If after reading this article you have determined that you need to complete a skills assessment in order to meet the 482 visa requirements, then we would suggest starting this as soon as possible.
Depending on which country you are in, completing the skills assessment for the 482 visa can take up to six months! If you would like professional help completing the skills assessment for the 482 visa, please get in contact with us today and we can start the process.
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Disclaimer
All of the information provided has been gathered and written based on general information that is available at the Department of Home Affairs website.
This information is not legal advice and should be used for general information purposes only.Â
We strongly recommend you engage a Registered Migration Agent who can complete a full assessment and advise you accordingly. If you would like to be connected with a Registered Migration Agent, please contact us and we will find an agent to help you.
Need help completing a Skills Assessment?
If you are required to complete a skills assessment for the 482 visa and would like professional help, get in contact with us today. Our team will explain the process and then help guide you through it reducing time, effort and stress.
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This article is going to take a closer look at occupations that are listed in the Short Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and what you should be aware of if applying for the TSS/482 visa.
What is the STSOL occupation List?
The STSOL is a list of skilled occupations that can be sponsored through the Short-Term Stream for a TSS visa. On 18 April 2017 the STSOL replaced the ConsolidatedÂ
If your occupation is on the STSOL then you will be granted a visa for either one or two years, unless an International Trade Obligation (ITO) applies. It will be up to the sponsoring employer to decide if they will nominate you for one or two years.
You will have the option to reapply for the visa only once whilst in Australia and only once from overseas. You will need an employer willing to nominate you each time.
Occupations on the STSOL
The table below lists all of the occupations that are currently listed on the STSOL. Once you find your occupation, it’s worth reading the full ANZSCO occupation description to make sure you have the required level of formal qualification, if additional experience can substitute formal qualifications, and what the tasks are associated with the occupation. The tasks are probably the most important as you will need to provide evidence you have the required amount of experience performing these tasks.
Find your occupation’s ANZSCO description
To check the full ANZSCO description for your occupation, copy your occupation’s ANZSCO number from the table above → click on the button below → you will be redirected to the ANZSCO website → finally, paste your occupations number into the search box (top right of page). You can then learn more about your occupation and make sure it is suitable for you.
General requirements
When looking at the requirements for the TSS visa each occupation will vary according to ANZSCO’s classification of the occupation. All occupations on the STSOL have the same English requirements. You will also need to prove in your application that you meet the health requirements and character requirements.
Depending on your occupation and nationality you may also be required to complete a skills assessment.
What English score do I need to get?
You will need to complete an English test to prove you meet the minimum standards for English language proficiency unless English exemptions apply.
The score required for STSOL occupations is lower than for occupations on the MLTSSL when applying for the TSS visa.
Will Permanent Residency (PR) be an option?
Yes, however your options do vary compared to occupations on the MLTSSL.
Firstly if you want to eventually apply for PR and your occupation is on the STSOL then you must work for an employer that is based in regional Australia. Therefore if your occupation is on this list and you decide to work for an employer in one of the main cities, i.e Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, then PR will not be an option for you.
In addition, you must also work for the same employer for a minimum of three years in order to be eligible to apply for PR through the Temporary Residence Transitional (TRT) stream for the Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme visa (RSMS) subclass 187.
If for whatever reason you decide to change employers you will need to work for the new employer for a further three years, regardless of how long you worked for the previous employer.
Finally, your employer must be willing to support your application once you are eligible for PR. For an employer to support your application they must pay an additional $3,000 or $5,000 to the Australian Government. Not all employers may be willing to support the application. We recommend you discuss this with any potential employers at the beginning, to avoid lost time.
For a lot of people migrating to Australia, PR is their aim. Therefore we recommend that you consult with a MARA Registered Migration Agent to make sure you are aware of your options.
Visa application costs for STSOL occupations
The following costs only cover the Government fees for the visa application. Other costs, such as fees for using a registered Migration Agent, health checks, English language tests or police certificates, are additional.
All prices are in Australian dollars (AUD) and must be paid at the time of lodging the application.
Government Fees
All prices are in Australian dollars (AUD) and must be paid at the time of lodging the application.Â
Which occupations are on the STSOL?
The following occupations are included on the STSOL, as of the date of this article. Each occupation has a link outlining the occupation’s key characteristics and requirements, outlined by ANZSCO. To fully understand what each section means, read our article about which occupations are available on the TSS Visa.
Summary
Knowing which category your occupation falls into is the first step. Be sure to familiarise yourself with the ANZSCO requirements of your particular occupation, as well as any permanent residency (PR) limitations that might occur.
If you would like our help with understanding which documents to gather or if you want to discuss our TSS Visa Program to see how we can help find you an employer, please get in contact with us today.
Learn more about Australian visas
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Who Needs a Skills Assessment for the 482...
If you plan on applying for the employer-sponsored TSS/482 visa, then you will want to check if you will be…
-
Understanding The Australian Training Visa – 407 Visa
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Disclaimer
All of the information provided has been gathered and written based on general information that is available at the Department of Home Affairs website.
This information is not legal advice and should be used for general information purposes only.Â
We strongly recommend you engage a Registered Migration Agent who can complete a full assessment and advise you accordingly. If you would like to be connected with a Registered Migration Agent, please contact us and we will find an agent to help you. Â
Need our help?
Regardless what visa you plan on applying for or what you need help with, we are here to guide you through the process.
We offer a number of services and what we can’t directly help you with, we have formed partnerships with various companies that will be able to help you.
Get in contact with us today to find out more or ask any questions you may have.
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