How we recognise skilled work for the China Skilled Workers Visa and other skills based visas.
If you have claimed points for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa for skilled work, you must meet our skilled work requirements. The information on this page applies for people who received an invitation to apply (ITA) before 9 October 2023.
If you claimed points for your work experience in your expression of interest (EOI) for a skilled migrant visa, you need to show that you have that experience when you apply. The information on this page applies for people who received an invitation to apply (ITA) before 9 October 2023.
A list of occupations that are considered skilled work under the China Skilled Workers Instructions. You'll need an offer of work in one of these occupations to apply for a China Skilled Workers Visa.
Information about the long term skill shortage list (LTSSL) for current visa holders of Long Term Skill Shortage Work Visa, the Essential Skills Work Visa, or completing an application for a Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa under the previous criteria.