Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (Latest Update)

Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (Latest Update)

Publish date: 2026/03/03

Are you considering Australia as your next career destination? If so, you may have encountered the term “Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)”.

The MLTSSL identifies occupations critical for Australia's long-term economic growth and development. This list plays a key role in the skilled migration process, providing opportunities for professionals with high-demand skills to contribute to the workforce.

In this article, we will explore the MLTSSL in detail and discuss the many benefits of being featured on this list.

Let’s begin!

What is Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)?

The MLTSSL in Australia is a curated list determined by the Department of Education and Training(DET), in consultation with the Department of Home Affairs. The occupations on the MLTSSL list are categorised as "medium-term" or "long-term" based on the anticipated demand and skills required in the labour market.

The MLTSSL is a key component of the Australian skilled migration program that helps to determine eligibility for various visas, such as Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa). This list is updated yearly to align with the evolving needs of the Australian labour market.

Occupations on the MLTSSL are those expected to significantly contribute to Australia’s economy in both the medium and long term.

Benefits of Being Listed in the MLTSSL

If your occupation is on this list, you can have several benefits when applying for a skilled migration visa. They are:

  • Being on the MLTSSL opens up skilled migration opportunities, allowing professionals to move to Australia and fill high-demand roles.
  • Professionals in MLTSSL-listed occupations receive priority in visa processing, allowing for quicker application approvals.
  • It ensures strong long-term employment prospects, providing job security and opportunities for career advancement in Australia.
  • Professionals listed on the MLTSSL can pursue permanent residency (PR) via multiple visa pathways, enabling them to live in Australia permanently.
  • Migrants in MLTSSL occupations may also have access to government support programs, such as relocation assistance, regional incentives, and employer sponsorship opportunities, easing their growth in Australia.
  • Professionals on the MLTSSL contribute to economic growth by filling skill gaps and boosting productivity across multiple industries.

Full MLTSSL List and their Assessing Authority

Australia’s current MLTSSL includes 212 occupations identified by the Department of Home Affairs as in demand across the country. They are listed below:

Occupation ANZSCO Code Assessing Authority Priority Eligible Visa Subclasses
Accountant (General) 221111 CAANZ/CPAA/ IPA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Aeronautical Engineer 233911 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Agricultural Scientist 234112 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber 334112 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic 342111 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Analyst Programmer 261311 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Architect 232111 AACA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Artistic Director 212111 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Arts Administrator or Manager 139911 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Audiologist 252711 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Automotive Electrician 321111 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Barrister 271111 The legal admission authority of a state or territory 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Biochemist 234513 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Biomedical Engineer 233913 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Biotechnologist 234514 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Boat Builder and Repairer 399111 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Botanist 234515 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Bricklayer 331111 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Cabinetmaker 394111 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Cardiologist 253312 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Cardiothoracic Surgeon 253512 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Carpenter 331212 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Carpenter and Joiner 331211 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Cartographer 232213 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Chef 351311 TRA 2 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Chemical Engineer 233111 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Chemist 234211 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Chief Executive or Managing Director 111111 IML 1 186, 407, TSS (M), 187, 494
Chief Information Officer 135111 ACS 1 186, 407, TSS (M), 187, 494
Child Care Centre Manager 134111 ACECQA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Chiropractor 252111 CCEA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Civil Engineer 233211 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Civil Engineering Draftsperson 312211 EA 2 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Civil Engineering Draftsperson 312211 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Civil Engineering Technician 312212 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Clinical Haematologist 253313 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Clinical Psychologist 272311 APS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Computer Network and Systems Engineer 263111 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Conservator 234911 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Construction Project Manager 133111 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Corporate General Manager 111211 IML 1 186, 407, TSS (M), 187, 494
Dancer or Choreographer 211112 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Dermatologist 253911 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Developer Programmer 261312 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist 253917 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Diesel Motor Mechanic 321212 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Drainer 334113 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher 241111 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Economist 224311 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Educational Psychologist 272312 APS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Electrical Engineer 233311 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Electrical Engineering Draftsperson 312311 EA 2 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) 342314 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) 342315 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Electronics Engineer 233411 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Emergency Medicine Specialist 253912 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Endocrinologist 253315 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Engineering Manager 133211 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Engineering Manager 133211 IML 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Engineering Professionals nec 233999 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Engineering Technologist 233914 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Environmental Consultant 234312 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Environmental Engineer 233915 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Environmental Manager 139912 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Environmental Research Scientist 234313 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Environmental Scientists nec 234399 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
External Auditor 221213 CAANZ/CPAA/ IPA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Faculty Head 134411 VETASSESS 1 186, 407, TSS (M), 494, 187
Fibrous Plasterer 333211 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Fitter (General) 323211 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Fitter and Turner 323212 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Fitter-Welder 323213 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Food Technologist 234212 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Footballer 452411 VETASSESS 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Forester 234113 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Gasfitter 334114 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Gastroenterologist 253316 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
General Practitioner 253111 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Geophysicist 234412 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Geotechnical Engineer 233212 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Glazier 333111 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Horse Trainer 361112 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Hydrogeologist 234413 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
ICT Business Analyst 261111 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
ICT Security Specialist 262112 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Industrial Engineer 233511 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Intensive Care Specialist 253317 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Internal Auditor 221214 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Joiner 331213 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Land Economist 224511 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Landscape Architect 232112 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Life Scientist (General) 234511 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Life Scientists nec 234599 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Lift Mechanic 341113 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Locksmith 323313 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Management Accountant 221112 CAANZ/CPAA/ IPA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Management Consultant 224711 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Marine Biologist 234516 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Materials Engineer 233112 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Mechanical Engineer 233512 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Medical Diagnostic Radiographer 251211 ASMIRT 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Medical Laboratory Scientist 234611 AISM 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Medical Oncologist 253314 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Medical Practitioners nec 253999 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Medical Radiation Therapist 251212 ASMIRT 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Metal Fabricator 322311 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Metal Machinist (First Class) 323214 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Metallurgist 234912 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Meteorologist 234913 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Microbiologist 234517 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Midwife 254111 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) 233611 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Motor Mechanic (General) 321211 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Motorcycle Mechanic 321213 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Multimedia Specialist 261211 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Music Director 211212 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Musician (Instrumental) 211213 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec 234999 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Naval Architect 233916 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Neurologist 253318 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Neurosurgeon 253513 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Nuclear Medicine Technologist 251213 ANZSNM 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Nurse Practitioner 254411 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Nursing Clinical Director 134212 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist 253913 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Occupational Therapist 252411 OCT 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Ophthalmologist 253914 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Optometrist 251411 OCANZ 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Organisational Psychologist 272313 APS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Orthopaedic Surgeon 253514 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Orthotist or Prosthetist 251912 AOPA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Osteopath 252112 AOAC 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Other Spatial Scientist 232214 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Otorhinolaryngologist 253515 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Paediatric Surgeon 253516 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Paediatrician 253321 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Painting Trades Worker 332211 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Panelbeater 324111 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Pathologist 253915 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Petroleum Engineer 233612 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Physicist 234914 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Physicist 234914 ACPSEM 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Physiotherapist 252511 APC 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Podiatrist 252611 PodBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Pressure Welder 322312 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Primary Health Organisation Manager 134213 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Production or Plant Engineer 233513 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Psychiatrist 253411 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Psychologists nec 272399 APS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Quantity Surveyor 233213 AIQS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Radiation Oncologist 253918 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Radiocommunications Technician 313211 TRA 2 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Aged Care) 254412 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) 254413 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Community Health) 254414 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) 254415 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) 254416 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) 254417 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) 254421 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Medical) 254418 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Mental Health) 254422 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) 254425 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Perioperative) 254423 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurse (Surgical) 254424 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Registered Nurses nec 254499 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Renal Medicine Specialist 253322 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Rheumatologist 253323 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Secondary School Teacher 241411 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Sheetmetal Trades Worker 322211 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Shipwright 399112 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Small Engine Mechanic 321214 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Social Worker 272511 AASW 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Software and Applications Programmers nec 261399 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Software Engineer 261313 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Solicitor 271311 The legal admission authority of a state or territory 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Solid Plasterer 333212 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Sonographer 251214 ASMIRT 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Special Education Teachers nec 241599 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Special Needs Teacher 241511 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Specialist Physician (General Medicine) 253311 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Specialist Physicians nec 253399 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Speech Pathologist / Speech Language Therapist 252712 SPA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Statistician 224113 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Stonemason 331112 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Structural Engineer 233214 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Surgeon (General) 253511 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Surveyor 232212 SSSI 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Systems Analyst 261112 ACS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Taxation Accountant 221113 CAANZ/CPAA/ IPA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Teacher of the Hearing-Impaired 241512 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Teacher of the Sight Impaired 241513 AITSL 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Technical Cable Jointer 342212 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Telecommunications Engineer 263311 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Telecommunications Field Engineer 313212 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Telecommunications Network Engineer 263312 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Telecommunications Network Planner 313213 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist 313214 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Tennis Coach 452316 VETASSESS 4 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Thoracic Medicine Specialist 253324 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Transport Engineer 233215 EA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
University Lecturer 242111 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Urologist 253518 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Valuer 224512 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Vascular Surgeon 253521 MedBA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Veterinarian 234711 AVBC 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Wall and Floor Tiler 333411 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Welder (First Class) 322313 TRA 3 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Welfare Centre Manager 134214 ACWA 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
Zoologist 234518 VETASSESS 1 186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW), 491 (F), 491 (S/T), TSS (M), 494, 489 (F), 489 (S/T), 187
No matching occupations found.

Which Australian visa subclasses are linked to the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)?

Several Australian visa subclasses are linked to the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List. Some visas available to skilled workers with qualifications in MLTSSL occupations include

  1. Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) - Points-Tested (PT)
  2. Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
  3. Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) - Invited pathway (This visa is closed for new applicants and is replaced by visa subclass 491.)
  4. Subclass 186 - Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)
  5. Subclass 407 - Training visa (subclass 407)
  6. Subclass 485 - Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) - Graduate Work (GW)
  7. Subclass 491 - Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 491)
  8. Subclass 482 - Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) - Medium Term Stream (TSS-M)
  9. Subclass 187 - Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187) - Temporary Residence Transition Stream
  10. Subclass 494 - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) (subclass 494) - Employer-sponsored stream

Note: On December 7 2024, the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa was replaced by the Skills in Demand (SID) visa.

Fundamental Requirements for Visa Applications through MLTSSL

The requirements for the MLTSSL applicants are given below:

  • Applicants' occupations must be nominated in the MLTSSL.
  • A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation.
  • Applicants must have their skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority for their nominated occupation.
  • The visa application process may involve sponsorship and nomination by an employer or another eligible entity in Australia.
  • Applicants must demonstrate their English language proficiency through PTE, IELTS, CAE, OET or TOEFL iBT.

For detailed information on visa application eligibility, check our article, "What Are the Eligibility Criteria for Visa Applications Under the SOL?"

Key Takeaways

  • The MLTSSL is a government-curated list of occupations identified as critical for Australia’s economic growth and development over the medium and long term.
  • MLTSSL includes 212 occupations; each occupation is categorised with an ANZSCO code, which helps identify specific job roles.
  • MLTSSL visa applicants must have a nominated occupation, at least 2 years of relevant work experience, a skills assessment, and demonstrate English proficiency.

    • Table of Content

    1. Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
    2. Benefits of Being Listed in the MLTSSL
    3. Full MLTSSL List and their Assessing Authority
    4. Australian visa subclasses are linked to the MLTSSL
    5. Fundamental Requirements for Visa Applications through MLTSSL
    6. Key Takeaways
    7. FAQs

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The associated fees for applying for a visa through the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) can vary based on the specific visa subclass you are applying for.

    Yes, the maximum age for most skilled visa applicants is 45 years at the time of application.

    Yes, you can include your partner's skills for additional points in the Points Test for certain visas.

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