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Step 2: Skills Assessment Guidance
A positive skills assessment is one of the most important requirements for an Australia PR application. It confirms that your qualifications and work experience meet Australian standards for your nominated occupation.
Why Is a Skills Assessment Required?
Before granting skilled migration visas, the Australian Government requires applicants to have their qualifications and work experience assessed by an approved assessing authority. This verifies that your background aligns with Australian occupational standards.
Common Assessing Authorities
| Occupation | Assessing Authority |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer / ICT Professional | ACS |
| Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineer | Engineers Australia |
| Marketing Specialist | VETASSESS |
| Chef | TRA |
| Teacher | AITSL |
| Nurse | ANMAC / AHPRA |
Documents Typically Required
Educational Documents
- Degree Certificate
- Diploma Certificate (if applicable)
- Academic Transcripts
- Professional Certifications
Employment Documents
- Experience Letters
- Employment Contracts
- Salary Slips
- Bank Statements
- Tax Documents
- Appointment Letters
Identity Documents
- Passport
- Updated Resume/CV
- Passport Size Photograph
What Does the Assessing Authority Check?
- Qualification relevance to the nominated occupation
- Work experience relevance and duration
- Job duties matching ANZSCO requirements
- Authenticity of employment evidence
- Compliance with Australian occupational standards
Common Reasons for Skills Assessment Refusal
- Incorrect occupation selection
- Insufficient work experience evidence
- Duties not matching ANZSCO requirements
- Missing salary documentation
- Unrelated qualifications
- Poorly drafted reference letters
How GIEC Global Helps
- Occupation Selection Assistance
- ANZSCO Duty Matching
- Document Verification
- Experience Letter Guidance
- Application Preparation & Submission
- Communication with Assessing Authorities
- Ongoing Case Support
Estimated Processing Times
| Assessing Authority | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|
| ACS | 6 - 12 Weeks |
| VETASSESS | 8 - 12 Weeks |
| Engineers Australia | 8 - 16 Weeks |
| TRA | 3 - 6 Months |
Need Help With Your Skills Assessment?
Our MARA Registered Migration Agent and Australia PR specialists can review your profile, identify the correct occupation, and guide you through the entire skills assessment process.
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