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Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)

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Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)

The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) is a newer occupation list introduced by the Australian Government for certain employer-sponsored visa pathways.

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Occupation guide

Occupation details and migration pathways

This guide brings together the key occupation tasks, possible visa pathways and skills assessment information for Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).

Typical tasks and duties

The detailed task list for this occupation is being checked as part of the OmniCat occupation-page audit.

Possible visa pathways

This occupation appears on CSOL. The right visa pathway depends on factors such as your age, English level, qualifications, work experience, skills assessment, points score, nomination options and employer sponsorship.

Skilled Nominated visa subclass 190A permanent skilled visa for applicants nominated by an Australian state or territory government.Learn moreSkilled Work Regional visa subclass 491A provisional regional skilled visa for applicants nominated by a state or territory or sponsored by an eligible family member.Learn more

Skills assessment

For skilled migration purposes, Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) may require a suitable skills assessment. The correct assessment pathway depends on the visa stream and your personal circumstances.

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Check your skilled migration options

If Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) is your nominated occupation, complete our skilled visa assessment form so we can review your possible migration pathways.

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Mohammad Reza Azimi

Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant

Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi

This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.

Last reviewed: July 2026

This list is primarily relevant to applicants seeking employer sponsorship through:

  • Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)
  • Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)

The CSOL includes a broader range of occupations across industries such as healthcare, engineering, information technology, trades, education, hospitality and professional services.

If your occupation appears on the CSOL, your eligibility may still depend on factors such as employer sponsorship, salary thresholds, work experience, skills assessment requirements and visa criteria.

Occupation lists and migration requirements may change over time. Professional advice should be obtained before making migration decisions.