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What is the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) - 2023?

The Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MTLSSL) is a collection of skilled occupations selected by the Departments of Education and Training (DET) and Home Affairs.

MTLSSL list supplements the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and the Regional Occupation List (ROL). These three lists are combined to create the list.

The first and foremost thing to consider is to make sure your occupation is on the Combined List of Eligible Skilled Occupations before applying for the Temporary Skill Shortage Visas subclass 482 (TSS Visa).

Once you've located your job, you'll notice that it's on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), or the Regional Occupation List (ROL). You must understand the difference between these job descriptions and make the right selections when applying for skilled migration.

What is the difference between MLTSSL and STSOL?

When reviewing the Department of Home Affairs Combined Skilled Occupation List, many people get confused. The main distinction between the MLTSSL and the STSOL is that if your occupation is on the STSOL, you will usually need to find a sponsor to apply for a visa. If your occupation is on the MLTSOL, you may be able to apply for permanent skilled visas such as Skilled Independent Work Visa - Subclass 189 without the need for a sponsor.

Similarly, The TSS visa ( Temporary Skill Shortage visa ) is a temporary visa subclass that allows the holder to live in Australia while working full-time for the sponsoring employer. TSS ( Temporary Skill Shortage Visa ) visa applicants may include dependent family members in their application. A 482 short-term TSS visa allows you to stay in Australia for up to two years, or up to four years if you have the International Trade Obligation applicable. This visa is issued by Australian migration agents.

Basics requirement for the application of MLTSSL

Each occupation is classified differently by ANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations). All positions on the MLTSSL list 2023 require the same level of English proficiency that will be reviewed by the Australian migration agents. Additionally, you must demonstrate that you fulfill the health and character criteria.

Can I get PR with MLTSSL in 2023?

The answer is yes. MLTSSL is Australia’s occupational demand list in which occupations are listed under Australia’s permanent and temporary skilled visa programs through which potential applicants are eligible to apply for PR (Permanent Residence).

However, the requirement also includes you to work for the same company for a minimum of three years to be eligible to apply for permanent residence. This is under the Temporary Residence Transitional (TRT) stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) subclass 186 or the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) subclass 187.

Unlike STSOL, you do not need to work in a rural area to qualify for PR (Permanent Residence) You can work in rural Australia or urban regions such as Sydney or Melbourne. If you decide to change employers for whatever reason, you will be required to work for the new employer for an additional three years, regardless of how long you worked for the former company.

Finally, your employer must agree to support your application once you are eligible. Employers must contribute an extra $3,000 or $5,000 to the Australian Government to support your application. Not all employers will be receptive to the application. To prevent wasting time, we urge that you address this with any future employers.

Eligibility Criteria for Australia PR (Permanent Residence)

• Age Requirements - Applicants should be below 45 years
• Point’s Grid - You should be able to secure 65 points
• English language test - Good score on the English language test
• Occupation - Occupation should be part of the MLTSSL list
• Skill criteria - Get your skills evaluated based on the job experience and educational background

Fees for MLTSSL (2023 updated)

Here are the updated Fees List for the MLTSSL in 2023.

MLTSSL Skilled Occupation List and their ANZSCO Codes

*Note that The ANZSCO provides details on the skill level of employment, qualifications, or experience required to work in respective professions*

The MLTSSL is a list that helps Australia choose highly skilled migrants for their skilled migration program. The main purpose of MLTSSL is to qualify potential migrants for various skilled migration visas. To determine which occupations should be on MTLSSL, a two-step process is followed. Firstly, the occupations that are most likely to experience supply constraints are identified. Then, the medium to long-term skill needs of the economy is evaluated for each of identified occupations to see if skilled migration would be beneficial.

So, the MLTSSL ensures that Australia’s skilled migration program targets the most highly skilled migrants.