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Skills Assessment

Get your skills and qualifications recognised for Australian migration.

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Nilesh Nandan
Immigration Lawyer · BBus(Accy) LLB MBA · Last updated March 2026
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Overview

A positive skills assessment is a mandatory requirement for most skilled migration visas in Australia. It is an official assessment of your qualifications and work experience by a designated assessing authority. I will guide you through the complex process of obtaining a skills assessment, ensuring you have the best possible chance of a successful outcome.

Each occupation has a specific assessing authority, and each authority has its own unique set of requirements and procedures. I have extensive experience in dealing with all major assessing authorities and can provide you with expert guidance on the specific requirements for your occupation. I will help you prepare a decision-ready application that meets all the criteria, minimising the risk of delays or a negative outcome.

A positive skills assessment is not only a mandatory requirement for your visa application, but it is also a valuable document that can enhance your employment prospects in Australia. It demonstrates to potential employers that your skills and qualifications have been officially recognised as being equivalent to Australian standards.

Key Facts

Mandatory RequirementFor most skilled migration visas
Assessing AuthoritiesSpecific to each occupation
Processing TimeVaries by authority (verify on assessing authority website)
CostVaries by authority (verify on assessing authority website)

How I Work — Step by Step

1

Occupation and Authority Identification

I will help you identify your nominated occupation and the correct assessing authority for that occupation.

2

Document and Evidence Preparation

I will provide you with a comprehensive checklist of the documents and evidence required for your skills assessment and assist you in preparing them.

3

Application Lodgement and Management

I will lodge your application with the assessing authority and manage all communication on your behalf, keeping you informed of the progress.

4

Outcome and Next Steps

Once you receive your skills assessment outcome, I will advise you on the next steps in your migration journey.

What I Do

  • Identify the correct assessing authority for your nominated occupation.
  • Provide detailed advice on the specific requirements of the assessing authority.
  • Assist you in gathering and preparing the required documents and evidence.
  • Review your application to ensure it is complete and accurate.
  • Lodge the application on your behalf and manage all communication with the assessing authority.
  • Provide guidance on any additional requirements or requests for information.
  • Advise on the next steps after you receive your skills assessment outcome.

Who Is This For?

  • Skilled professionals who need to obtain a skills assessment for a skilled migration visa.
  • Applicants who are unsure about the requirements of the assessing authority.
  • Individuals who want to ensure their skills assessment application is prepared to the highest standard.
  • People who need assistance with a complex skills assessment case.

Common questions about

What is a skills assessment?+
A skills assessment is an official assessment of your qualifications and work experience by a designated assessing authority in Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for most skilled migration visas.
How do I know which assessing authority to apply to?+
Each occupation has a specific assessing authority. I can help you identify the correct assessing authority for your nominated occupation and guide you through their specific requirements.
What documents do I need for a skills assessment?+
The documents required for a skills assessment vary depending on the assessing authority and your occupation. Generally, you will need to provide evidence of your identity, qualifications, and work experience. I will provide you with a detailed checklist of the required documents.
How long does a skills assessment take?+
The processing time for a skills assessment varies depending on the assessing authority and the complexity of your case. I can provide you with an estimate of the processing time for your specific situation.

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