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How long would this new list be in effect?
It is intended that the new list of occupations would be updated annually, and would change in accordance with the needs of the Australian labour market. While the new list would be expected to stay relatively stable, there is no guarantee how long a particular occupation may remain on it.
IMPORTANT .... a new list of Skilled Occupations (incorporating ANZSCO codes) has been published in draft form by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) on 17 May 2010 - this is in support of a proposed new Skilled Occupation List (SOL) to be implemented on 1 July 2010. Please visit http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/g ... ion/whats-new.htm#o for further information about the changes.
What does this mean for people applying for a Migration Skills Assessment by Engineers Australia?
1. Up to and including 30 June 2010, assessment outcome letters will be issued in ASCO codes only.
2. From and including 1 July 2010, assessment outcome letters will be issued in ANZSCO codes only ... this will also apply to any reissued outcomes after that date.
Please note - For applicants who already hold an assessment outcome letter with an ASCO code and will lodge an application to DIAC before 1 July 2010: DIAC will honour the ASCO code assessment for a period of 12 months after the introduction of the new SOL, or the expiry date of their 12-month validity of the assessment outcome letter, whichever is the sooner.
I hope the above provides sufficient guidance for your enquiry.
Regards
Migration Skills Assessment Team
Education and Assessment
Engineers Australia
11 National Circuit
BARTON ACT
Australia 2600