New changes for the 2019-2020 Migration Program
ACT has announced new changes on its website regarding the 2019-2020 migration program. ACT has issued new guidelines on the latest changes to the migration program for 2019-20 that will take effect from November 30 to June 30, 2020. Below are the links to the new documents:
About the ACT Occupation List
The list of ACT professions identifies the skills currently being sought in Canberra (for skilled migrants).
purposes). The list of ACT occupations is used to determine eligibility for ACT support in the following categories:
- ACT nomination of a qualified qualified visa (subclass 190). You can express an interest in ACT 190 application by completing the Canberra matrix even if the proposed occupation is closed. however, only open occupations will score points in the proposed occupational category.
- Support by a regional certification body for an employer application under the sponsored regional program.
The list of ACT professions is not linked to specific job offers and does not guarantee a job in a proposed occupation. You must be convinced that job opportunities are sufficient in your profession appointed before applying for an ACT application. You will be competing for vacancies with all people on the job market as part of a normal selection process. Your success will depend on employer requirements, your relevant skills, your experience and your level of English.
New residents do not generally meet the criteria of employers who require citizenship or security
clearance.
ACT Occupation List updates
While a major analysis of the demand for professions will generally be undertaken twice a year (in February and August), the demand for each occupation will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once it's determined that the request for occupation has been met, the occupation will be closed without other opinion.
ANZSCO |
Occupation |
Status |
131112 |
Sales & Marketing Manager |
Open |
131113 |
Advertising Manager |
Open |
132511 |
Research and development manager ** |
Open |
225311 |
Public Relations Professional |
Open |
232111 |
Architect |
Open |
232112 |
Landscape Architect |
Open |
232411 |
Graphic Designer |
Open |
232412 |
Illustrator |
Open |
232414 |
Web Designer |
Open |
232611 |
Urban & Regional Planner |
Open |
233211 |
Civil Engineer |
Open |
233212 |
Geotechnical Engineer |
Open |
233213 |
Quantity Surveyor |
Open |
233214 |
Structural Engineer |
Open |
233911 |
Aeronautical Engineer |
Open |
233912 |
Agricultural Engineer |
Open |
233913 |
Biomedical Engineer |
Open |
233914 |
Engineering Technologist |
Open |
233915 |
Environmental Engineer |
Open |
233999 |
Engineering Professionals nec |
Open |
233916 |
Naval Architect** |
Open |
234111 |
Agricultural Consultant** |
Open |
234112 |
Agricultural Scientist** |
Open |
234211 |
Chemist ** |
Open |
234312 |
Environmental Consultant ** |
Open |
234313 |
Environmental Research Scientist ** |
Open |
234399 |
Environmental Scientists nec ** |
Open |
234411 |
Geologist ** |
Open |
234412 |
Geophysicist ** |
Open |
234413 |
Hydrogeologist ** |
Open |
234511 |
Life Scientist (general) ** |
Open |
234513 |
Biochemist ** |
Open |
234514 |
Biotechnologist ** |
Open |
234515 |
Botanist** |
Open |
234516 |
Marine Biologist** |
Open |
241111 |
Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher |
Open |
242111 |
University Lecturer ## |
Open |
251211 |
Medical Diagnostic Radiographer |
Open |
251212 |
Medical Radiation Therapist |
Open |
251213 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist |
Open |
251214 |
Sonographer |
Open |
251511 |
Hospital Pharmacist ## |
Open |
251512 |
Industrial Pharmacist ## |
Open |
251513 |
Retail Pharmacist ## |
Open |
252411 |
Occupational Therapist |
Open |
252511 |
Physiotherapist |
Open |
252711 |
Audiologist |
Open |
252712 |
Speech Pathologist |
Open |
253111 |
General Practitioner |
Open |
253112 |
Resident Medical Officer |
Open |
254111 |
Midwife |
Open |
254311 |
Nurse Manager |
Open |
254411 |
Nurse Practitioner |
Open |
254412 |
Registered Nurse (Aged Care) |
Open |
254413 |
Registered Nurse (Child & Family Health) |
Open |
254414 |
Registered Nurse (Community Health) |
Open |
254415 |
Registered Nurse (Critical Care & Emergency) |
Open |
254416 |
Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) |
Open |
254417 |
Registered Nurse (Disability & Rehabilitation) |
Open |
254418 |
Registered Nurse (Medical) |
Open |
254421 |
Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) |
Open |
254422 |
Registered Nurse (Mental Health) |
Open |
254423 |
Registered Nurse (Perioperative) |
Open |
254424 |
Registered Nurse (Surgical) |
Open |
254425 |
Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) |
Open |
254499 |
Registered Nurses (nec) |
Open |
261111 |
ICT Business Analyst ** |
Open |
261112 |
Systems Analyst** |
Open |
261211 |
Multimedia Specialist |
Open |
261212 |
Web Developer |
Open |
261311 |
Analyst Programmer** |
Open |
261312 |
Developer Programmer** |
Open |
261313 |
Software Engineer** |
Open |
261314 |
Software Tester** |
Open |
261399 |
Software and Applications Programmers nec** |
Open |
262111 |
Database Administrator** |
Open |
262112 |
ICT Security Specialist** |
Open |
262113 |
Systems Administrator** |
Open |
263111 |
Computer Network & Systems Engineer** |
Open |
263112 |
Network Administrator** |
Open |
263113 |
Network Analyst** |
Open |
263211 |
ICT Quality Assurance Engineer** |
Open |
263212 |
ICT Support Engineer** |
Open |
263213 |
ICT Systems Test Engineer** |
Open |
263299 |
ICT Support and Test Engineers (nec)** |
Open |
263311 |
Telecommunications Engineer** |
Open |
272311 |
Clinical Psychologist |
Open |
272312 |
Educational Psychologist |
Open |
272313 |
Organisational Psychologist |
Open |
272314 |
Psychotherapist |
Open |
272399 |
Psychologists (nec) |
Open |
272511 |
Social Worker |
Open |
272612 |
Recreation Officer |
Open |
272613 |
Welfare Worker |
Open |
321211 |
Motor Mechanic (General) |
Open |
321212 |
Diesel Motor Mechanic |
Open |
321213 |
Motorcycle Mechanic |
Open |
321214 |
Small Engine Mechanic |
Open |
322311 |
Metal Fabricator |
Open |
322313 |
Welder (First Class) |
Open |
324111 |
Panel beater |
Open |
331111 |
Bricklayer |
Open |
331112 |
Stonemason |
Open |
332211 |
Painting Trades Workers |
Open |
333211 |
Fibrous Plasterer |
Open |
333212 |
Solid Plasterer |
Open |
334111 |
Plumber (General) ^^ |
Open |
334112 |
Aircon. & Mechanical Services Plumber ^^ |
Open |
334113 |
Drainer ^^ |
Open |
334114 |
Gasfitter ^^ |
Open |
334115 |
Roof Plumber ^^ |
Open |
341111 |
Electrician (General) ^^ |
Open |
341112 |
Electrician (Special Class) ^^ |
Open |
341113 |
Lift Mechanic ^^ |
Open |
342111 |
Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic ^^ |
Open |
391111 |
Hairdresser |
Open |
394111 |
Cabinetmaker |
Open |
411411 |
Enrolled Nurse |
Open |
CLOSED OCCUPATIONS |
ANZSCO |
Occupation |
Status |
121212 |
Flower Grower |
Closed |
121215 |
Grape Grower |
Closed |
121221 |
Vegetable Grower |
Closed |
121311 |
Apiarist |
Closed |
121321 |
Poultry Farmer |
Closed |
132111 |
Corporate Services Manager |
Closed |
132211 |
Finance Manager |
Closed |
132311 |
Human Resource Manager |
Closed |
133111 |
Construction Project Manager |
Closed |
133211 |
Engineering Manager |
Closed |
133411 |
Manufacturer |
Closed |
133511 |
Production Manager (Forestry) |
Closed |
133512 |
Production Manager (Manufacturing) |
Closed |
133513 |
Production Manager (Mining) |
Closed |
133611 |
Supply and Distribution Manager |
Closed |
134111 |
Child Care Centre Manager |
Closed |
134212 |
Nursing Clinical Director |
Closed |
134213 |
Primary Health Organisation Manager |
Closed |
134214 |
Welfare Centre Manager |
Closed |
134299 |
Health & Welfare Services Managers (nec) |
Closed |
134311 |
School Principal |
Closed |
134499 |
Education Managers (nec) |
Closed |
135112 |
ICT Project Manager |
Closed |
135199 |
ICT Managers (nec) |
Closed |
139911 |
Arts Administrator or Manager |
Closed |
139912 |
Environmental Manager |
Closed |
139913 |
Laboratory Manager |
Closed |
139914 |
Quality Assurance Manager |
Closed |
139999 |
Specialist Managers nec |
Closed |
141111 |
Cafe or Restaurant Manager |
Closed |
141311 |
Hotel or Motel Manager |
Closed |
141999 |
Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec |
Closed |
149212 |
Customer Service Manager |
Closed |
149311 |
Conference & Event Organiser |
Closed |
149413 |
Transport Company Manager |
Closed |
149913 |
Facilities Manager |
Closed |
211112 |
Dancer or Choreographer |
Closed |
211212 |
Music Director |
Closed |
211213 |
Musician (Instrumental) |
Closed |
211299 |
Music Professionals (nec) |
Closed |
211311 |
Photographer |
Closed |
212111 |
Artistic Director |
Closed |
212212 |
Book or Script Editor |
Closed |
212312 |
Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) |
Closed |
212314 |
Film & Video Editor |
Closed |
212315 |
Program Director (Television or Radio) |
Closed |
212316 |
Stage Manager |
Closed |
212317 |
Technical Director |
Closed |
212318 |
Video Producer |
Closed |
212411 |
Copywriter |
Closed |
212412 |
Newspaper or Periodical Editor |
Closed |
212413 |
Print Journalist |
Closed |
212415 |
Technical Writer |
Closed |
212416 |
Television Journalist |
Closed |
212499 |
Journalist & other writers (nec) |
Closed |
221111 |
Accountant (General) |
Closed |
221112 |
Management Accountant |
Closed |
221113 |
Taxation Accountant |
Closed |
221211 |
Company Secretary |
Closed |
221213 |
External Auditor |
Closed |
221214 |
Internal Auditor |
Closed |
222111 |
Commodities Trader |
Closed |
222112 |
Finance Broker |
Closed |
222113 |
Insurance Broker |
Closed |
222199 |
Financial Brokers (nec) |
Closed |
222211 |
Financial Market Dealer |
Closed |
222213 |
Stockbroking Dealer |
Closed |
222299 |
Financial Dealers (nec) |
Closed |
222311 |
Financial Investment Adviser |
Closed |
222312 |
Financial Investment Manager |
Closed |
223112 |
Recruitment Consultant |
Closed |
223211 |
ICT Trainer |
Closed |
224111 |
Actuary |
Closed |
224112 |
Mathematician |
Closed |
224113 |
Statistician |
Closed |
224212 |
Gallery or Museum Curator |
Closed |
224213 |
Health Information Manager |
Closed |
224214 |
Records Manager |
Closed |
224311 |
Economist |
Closed |
224511 |
Land Economist |
Closed |
224512 |
Valuer |
Closed |
224611 |
Librarian |
Closed |
224711 |
Management Consultant |
Closed |
224712 |
Organisation & Methods Analyst |
Closed |
224914 |
Patents Examiner |
Closed |
224999 |
Information and Org. Professionals (nec) |
Closed |
225111 |
Advertising Specialist |
Closed |
225113 |
Marketing Specialist |
Closed |
225211 |
ICT Account Manager |
Closed |
225212 |
ICT Business Development Manager |
Closed |
225213 |
ICT Sales Representative |
Closed |
225499 |
Technical Sales Representatives (nec) |
Closed |
232212 |
Surveyor |
Closed |
232213 |
Cartographer |
Closed |
232214 |
Other Spatial Scientist |
Closed |
232311 |
Fashion Designer |
Closed |
232312 |
Industrial Designer |
Closed |
232313 |
Jewellery Designer |
Closed |
232511 |
Interior Designer |
Closed |
233111 |
Chemical Engineer |
Closed |
233112 |
Materials Engineer |
Closed |
233215 |
Transport Engi neer |
Closed |
233311 |
Electrical Engineer |
Closed |
233411 |
Electronics Engineer |
Closed |
233511 |
Industrial Engineer |
Closed |
233512 |
Mechanical Engineer |
Closed |
233513 |
Production or plant engineer |
Closed |
233611 |
Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) |
Closed |
233612 |
Petroleum Engineer |
Closed |
234113 |
Forester |
Closed |
234711 |
Veterinarian |
Closed |
234911 |
Conservator |
Closed |
234912 |
Metallurgist |
Closed |
234913 |
Meteorologist |
Closed |
234914 |
Physicist |
Closed |
234999 |
Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec |
Closed |
241311 |
Middle School Teacher |
Closed |
241411 |
Secondary School Teacher |
Closed |
241213 |
Primary School Teacher |
Closed |
241511 |
Special Needs Teacher |
Closed |
241512 |
Teacher of the Hearing Impaired |
Closed |
241513 |
Teacher of the Sight Impaired |
Closed |
241599 |
Special Education Teachers (nec) |
Closed |
249111 |
Education Adviser |
Closed |
249211 |
Art Teacher (Private Tuition) |
Closed |
249212 |
Dance Teacher (Private Tuition) |
Closed |
249214 |
Music Teacher (Private Tuition) |
Closed |
249299 |
Private Tutors & Teachers (nec) |
Closed |
249311 |
Teacher of English to speakers of other languages |
Closed |
251111 |
Dietitian |
Closed |
251112 |
Nutritionist |
Closed |
251312 |
Occupational Health and Safety Adviser |
Closed |
251411 |
Optometrist |
Closed |
251412 |
Orthopist |
Closed |
251911 |
Health Promotion Officer |
Closed |
251912 |
Orthotist or Prosthetist |
Closed |
251999 |
Health Diagnostic & Promotion Prof. |
Closed |
252111 |
Chiropractor |
Closed |
252112 |
Osteopath |
Closed |
252211 |
Acupuncturist |
Closed |
252213 |
Naturopath |
Closed |
252214 |
Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner |
Closed |
252299 |
Complementary Health Therapists (nec) |
Closed |
252311 |
Dental Specialist |
Closed |
252611 |
Podiatrist |
Closed |
253311 |
Specialist Physician (General Medicine) |
Closed |
253312 |
Cardiologist |
Closed |
253313 |
Clinical Haematologist |
Closed |
253314 |
Medical Oncologist |
Closed |
253315 |
Endocrinologist |
Closed |
253316 |
Gastroenterologist |
Closed |
253317 |
Intensive Care Specialist |
Closed |
253318 |
Neurologist |
Closed |
253321 |
Paediatrician |
Closed |
253322 |
Renal Medicine Specialist |
Closed |
253323 |
Rheumatologist |
Closed |
253324 |
Thoracic Medicine Specialist |
Closed |
253399 |
Specialist Physicians (nec) |
Closed |
253411 |
Psychiatrist |
Closed |
253511 |
Surgeon (General) |
Closed |
253512 |
Cardiothoracic Surgeon |
Closed |
253513 |
Neurosurgeon |
Closed |
253514 |
Orthopaedic Surgeon |
Closed |
253515 |
Otorhinolaryngologist |
Closed |
253516 |
Paediatric Surgeon |
Closed |
253517 |
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon |
Closed |
253518 |
Urologist |
Closed |
253521 |
Vascular Surgeon |
Closed |
253911 |
Dermatologist |
Closed |
253912 |
Emergency Medicine Specialist |
Closed |
253913 |
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist |
Closed |
253914 |
Ophthalmologist |
Closed |
253915 |
Pathologist |
Closed |
253917 |
Diagnostic & Interventional Radiologist |
Closed |
253918 |
Radiation Oncologist |
Closed |
253999 |
Medical Practitioners (nec) |
Closed |
254211 |
Nurse Educator |
Closed |
254212 |
Nurse Researcher |
Closed |
271111 |
Barrister |
Closed |
271311 |
Solicitor |
Closed |
271299 |
Judicial & Other Legal Professionals (nec) |
Closed |
272111 |
Careers Counsellor |
Closed |
272112 |
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor |
Closed |
272113 |
Family & Marriage Counsellor |
Closed |
272114 |
Rehabilitation Counsellor |
Closed |
272115 |
Student Counsellor |
Closed |
272199 |
Counsellors (nec) |
Closed |
272412 |
Interpreter |
Closed |
272499 |
Social Professionals (nec) |
Closed |
311211 |
Anaesthetic Technician |
Closed |
311212 |
Cardiac Technician |
Closed |
311213 |
Medical Laboratory Technician |
Closed |
311215 |
Pharmacy Technician |
Closed |
311299 |
Medical Technicians (nec) |
Closed |
311312 |
Meat Inspector |
Closed |
311399 |
Primary Products Inspectors nec |
Closed |
311411 |
Chemistry Technician |
Closed |
311412 |
Earth Science Technician |
Closed |
311413 |
Life Science Technician |
Closed |
311499 |
Science Technicians (nec) |
Closed |
312111 |
Architectural Draftsperson |
Closed |
312113 |
Building Inspector |
Closed |
312199 |
Arch, Building & Surveying Technicians (nec) |
Closed |
312211 |
Civil Engineering Draftsperson |
Closed |
312212 |
Civil Engineering Technician |
Closed |
312311 |
Electrical Engineering Draftsperson |
Closed |
312312 |
Electrical Engineering Technician |
Closed |
312512 |
Mechanical Engineering Technician |
Closed |
312912 |
Metallurgical or Materials Technician |
Closed |
312913 |
Mine Deputy |
Closed |
313111 |
Hardware Technician |
Closed |
313112 |
ICT Customer Support Officer |
Closed |
313113 |
Web Administrator |
Closed |
313199 |
ICT Support Technicians (nec) |
Closed |
313211 |
Radio Communications Technician |
Closed |
313212 |
Telecommunications Field Engineer |
Closed |
313213 |
Telecommunications network planner |
Closed |
313214 |
Tele. Technical Officer or Technologist |
Closed |
321111 |
Automotive Electrician |
Closed |
322113 |
Farrier |
Closed |
322211 |
Sheet metal Trades Worker |
Closed |
322312 |
Pressure welder |
Closed |
323111 |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) |
Closed |
323112 |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) |
Closed |
323113 |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) |
Closed |
323211 |
Fitter (General) |
Closed |
323212 |
Fitter & Turner |
Closed |
323213 |
Fitter-Welder |
Closed |
323214 |
Metal Machinist (First Class) |
Closed |
323299 |
Metal Fitters & Machinists (nec) |
Closed |
323313 |
Locksmith |
Closed |
323314 |
Precision Instrument Maker & Repairer |
Closed |
323412 |
Toolmaker |
Closed |
324211 |
Vehicle Body Builder |
Closed |
324212 |
Vehicle Trimmer |
Closed |
331211 |
Carpenter & Joiner |
Closed |
331212 |
Carpenter |
Closed |
331213 |
Joiner |
Closed |
333111 |
Glazier |
Closed |
333311 |
Roof Tiler |
Closed |
333411 |
Wall & Floor Tiler |
Closed |
342212 |
Technical Cable Jointer |
Closed |
342311 |
Business Machine Mechanic |
Closed |
342313 |
Electronic Equipment Trades Worker |
Closed |
342314 |
Electronic Instrument Tr. Worker (General) |
Closed |
342315 |
Elect. Instr. Trades Worker (Special Class) |
Closed |
342411 |
Cabler (Data & Telecommunications) |
Closed |
342413 |
Telecommunications Lines worker |
Closed |
351111 |
Baker |
Closed |
351112 |
Pastry cook |
Closed |
351211 |
Butcher or Smallgoods Maker |
Closed |
351311 |
Chef |
Closed |
351411 |
Cook |
Closed |
361111 |
Dog Handler or Trainer |
Closed |
361112 |
Horse Trainer |
Closed |
361199 |
Animal Attendants & Trainers (nec) |
Closed |
361311 |
Veterinary Nurse |
Closed |
362111 |
Florist |
Closed |
362211 |
Gardener (General) |
Closed |
362212 |
Arborist |
Closed |
362213 |
Landscape Gardener |
Closed |
362311 |
Greenkeeper |
Closed |
392111 |
Print Finisher |
Closed |
392311 |
Printing Machinist |
Closed |
393213 |
Dressmaker or Tailor |
Closed |
393311 |
Upholsterer |
Closed |
394211 |
Furniture Finisher |
Closed |
394213 |
Wood Machinist |
Closed |
394299 |
Wood Machinists & Other Wood Trades (nec) |
Closed |
399111 |
Boat Builder & Repairer |
Closed |
399112 |
Shipwright |
Closed |
399213 |
Power Generation Plant Operator |
Closed |
399411 |
Jeweller |
Closed |
399512 |
Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video) |
Closed |
399514 |
Make Up Artist |
Closed |
399516 |
Sound Technician |
Closed |
399599 |
Performing Arts Technicians (nec) |
Closed |
399611 |
Sign writer |
Closed |
411111 |
Ambulance Officer |
Closed |
411112 |
Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic |
Closed |
411213 |
Dental Technician |
Closed |
411311 |
Diversional Therapist |
Closed |
411611 |
Massage Therapist |
Closed |
411711 |
Community Worker |
Closed |
411712 |
Disabilities Services Officer |
Closed |
411713 |
Family Support Worker |
Closed |
411715 |
Residential Care Officer |
Closed |
411716 |
Youth Worker |
Closed |
452311 |
Diving Instructor (Open Water) |
Closed |
452312 |
Gymnastics Coach or Instructor |
Closed |
452313 |
Horse Riding Coach or Instructor |
Closed |
452314 |
Snow sport Instructor |
Closed |
452315 |
Swimming Coach or Instructor |
Closed |
452316 |
Tennis Coach |
Closed |
452317 |
Other Sports Coach or Instructor |
Closed |
452321 |
Sports Development Officer |
Closed |
452411 |
Footballer |
Closed |
452499 |
Sportspersons(nec) |
Closed |
511111 |
Contract Administrator |
Closed |
511112 |
Program or Project Administrator |
Closed |
599612 |
Insurance Loss Adjuster |
Closed |
611211 |
Insurance Agent |
Closed |
639211 |
Retail Buyer |
Closed |
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## Minimum one year employment contract with an ACT employer in the nominated occupation
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