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Skilled Migration to Australia - Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL)

Below is a list of occupations which have been identified as being in demand in Australia. This list is called the Migration Occupations in Demand List (or MODL).

People applying for skilled migration qualify for 15 extra points in the skilled migration points test if their nominated occupation is on the MODL list and have worked in that occupation, or closely related occupation, for at least 12 of the last 48 months.

The list is also relevant in applying for employer nomination.


Managers and Administrators
ASCO CodeOccupationSOLPointsEmployerMODLSponsoredRegional Sponsored
Engineering, Distribution and Process Managers
1221-11Engineering Manager SOL 60457 ENS MODL  QLD SA
Miscellaneous Specialist Managers
1295-11Child Care Co-ordinator SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC WA SA

Professionals
ASCO CodeOccupationSOLPointsEmployerMODLSponsoredRegional Sponsored
Building and Engineering Professionals
2121-11Architect SOL 60457 ENS MODL  VIC QLD SA TAS
2122-11Quantity Surveyor SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT WA SA TAS
2123-13Surveyor SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2124-11Civil Engineer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2125-11Electrical Engineer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2125-13Electronics Engineer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC ACT VIC SA TAS
2126-11Mechanical Engineer SOL 60457 ENS MODL QLD WA VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2127-11Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA SA NT VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2127-13Petroleum Engineer SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA WA SA
2129-17Chemical Engineer SOL 60457 ENS MODL QLD WA QLD WA SA TAS
Accountants, Auditors and Corporate Treasurers
2211-11Accountant SOL 60457 ENS MODL NSW WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2212-11External Auditor SOL 60457 ENS MODL NSW ACT SA TAS
Computing Professionals
2231-79Computing Professionals nec SOL 60ENS MODL NSW QLD WA ACT SA QLD WA SA
Medical Practitioners
2311-11General Medical Practitioner SOL 60457 ENS MODL NSW QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW QLD WA SA TAS
2312-11Anaesthetist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS QLD WA SA TAS
2312-13Dermatologist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS NSW QLD WA SA TAS
2312-15Emergency Medicine Specialist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS QLD WA SA TAS
2312-17Obstetrician and Gynaecologist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS NSW QLD WA SA TAS
2312-19Ophthalmologist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS QLD WA SA TAS
2312-21Paediatrician SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS QLD WA SA TAS
2312-23Pathologist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS QLD WA SA TAS
2312-25Specialist Physician SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT TAS NSW QLD WA SA TAS
2312-27Psychiatrist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS NSW QLD WA SA TAS
2312-29Radiologist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA TAS QLD WA SA TAS
2312-31Surgeon SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
2312-79Specialist Medical Practitioners nec SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
Nursing Professionals
2323-11Registered Nurse SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2324-11Registered Midwife SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD SA TAS
2325-11Registered Mental Health Nurse SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
Miscellaneous Health Professionals
2381-11Dentist SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2381-13Dental Specialist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA WA SA TAS
2382-11Hospital Pharmacist SOL 60457 ENS MODL NSW VIC WA ACT NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2382-15Retail Pharmacist SOL 60457 ENS MODL NSW VIC WA ACT NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2383-11Occupational Therapist SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2384-11Optometrist SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA TAS NSW QLD WA SA TAS
2385-11Physiotherapist SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2386-11Speech Pathologist SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2388-11Podiatrist SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2391-11Medical Diagnostic Radiographer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
2391-17Sonographer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC WA SA TAS

Associate Professionals
ASCO CodeOccupationSOLPointsEmployerMODLSponsoredRegional Sponsored
Hospitality and Accommodation Managers
3322-11Chef SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
Miscellaneous Health and Welfare Associate Professionals
3492-15Dental Technician SOL 60457 ENS MODL  SA TAS

Tradespersons and Related Workers
ASCO CodeOccupationSOLPointsEmployerMODLSponsoredRegional Sponsored
Mechanical Engineering Tradespersons
4112-11Fitter SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4112-13Metal Machinist (First Class) SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4113-11Toolmaker SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA SA NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4114-11Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA NT NSW QLD WA SA TAS
4114-15Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA NT NSW QLD WA SA TAS
4115-15Locksmith SOL 60457 ENS MODL  SA TAS
Fabrication Engineering Tradespersons
4122-11Metal Fabricator SOL 60457 ENS MODL QLD WA SA NT TAS NSW QLD WA SA TAS
4122-13Pressure Welder SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA SA WA SA
4122-15Welder (First Class) SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4124-11Sheetmetal Worker (First Class) SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
Automotive Tradespersons
4211-11Motor Mechanic SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4212-11Automotive Electrician SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4213-11Panel Beater SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4214-11Vehicle Painter SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4215-11Vehicle Body Maker SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT WA SA TAS
Electrical and Electronics Tradespersons
4311-11General Electrician SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4311-13Electrician (Special Class) SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4311-15Lift Mechanic SOL 60457 ENS MODL  TAS
4312-11Refrigeration and Airconditioning Mechanic SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4313-11Electrical Powerline Tradesperson SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT TAS VIC QLD WA TAS
4315-11Electronic Equipment Tradesperson SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT VIC QLD WA SA TAS
Structural Construction Tradespersons
4411-11Carpenter and Joiner SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4411-13Carpenter SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT NT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
4411-15Joiner SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT NT TAS WA SA TAS
4412-11Fibrous Plasterer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4413-11Roof Slater and Tiler SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4414-11Bricklayer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4415-11Solid Plasterer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4416-11Wall and Floor Tiler SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA NT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
4416-13Stonemason SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT SA WA SA TAS
Final Finishes Construction Tradespersons
4421-11Painter and Decorator SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA NT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
4423-11Floor Finisher SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA WA SA TAS
Plumbers
4431-11General Plumber SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4431-13Gasfitter SOL 60457 ENS MODL QLD WA ACT NT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
4431-15Drainer SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT NT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
4431-17Roof Plumber SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT NT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
4431-19Mechanical Services and Airconditioning Plumber SOL 60457 ENS MODL WA ACT NT TAS QLD WA SA TAS
Food Tradespersons
4512-11Baker SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT VIC QLD SA TAS
4512-13Pastrycook SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4513-11Cook SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT SA NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
Horticultural Tradespersons
4623-13Landscape Gardener SOL 60457 ENS MODL  SA TAS
4623-15Tree Surgeon SOL 60457 ENS MODL  SA TAS
Printing Tradespersons
4913-11Binder and Finisher SOL 60457 ENS MODL ACT NT SA TAS
Wood Tradespersons
4922-11Cabinetmaker SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC QLD WA ACT SA NT TAS VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4929-13Furniture Finisher SOL 60457 ENS MODL  SA TAS
Hairdressers
4931-11Hairdresser SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT NT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
Textile, Clothing and Related Tradespersons
4942-11Furniture Upholsterer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA ACT TAS NSW VIC QLD WA SA TAS
Miscellaneous Tradespersons and Related Workers
4981-13Boat Builder and Repairer SOL 60457 ENS MODL VIC WA VIC QLD WA SA TAS
4999-11Optical Mechanic SOL 60457 ENS MODL  SA TAS

Applying for immigration to Australia can be complex, so we recommend that you contact us to check your likely eligibility for migration before you proceed with an application.

If you would like us to check your likely eligibility for skilled migration or if you would like us to assist you with your application, please send us an email inquiry.


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