Update (October 2026)
Australia’s occupation lists have changed many times since 2019. Since 7 December 2024 the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) applies to the Core Skills stream of the 482 visa and the Direct Entry stream of the 186 visa, while points tested visas such as the 189, 190 and 491 still use their own lists. See our skilled occupation list page.
Flagged occupations for 2019
Please see the updated page here.
RED—SHORT TERM SKILLED OCCUPATION LIST (STSOL) OCCUPATIONS FOR POSSIBLE REMOVAL
| ANZSCO | Occupation | Current
Status |
Traffic Light |
| 133411 | Manufacturer | STSOL | OFF |
| 211499 | Visual Arts and Crafts Professionals
nec |
STSOL | OFF |
| 212312 | Director (Film, Television, Radio or
Stage) |
STSOL | OFF |
| 212314 | Film and Video Editor | STSOL | OFF |
| 212315 | Program Director (Television or
Radio) |
STSOL | OFF |
| 212316 | Stage Manager | STSOL | OFF |
| 212317 | Technical Director | STSOL | OFF |
| 212318 | Video Producer | STSOL | OFF |
| 241311 | Middle School Teacher | STSOL | OFF |
| 323215 | Textile, Clothing and Footwear
Mechanic |
STSOL | OFF |
| 323316 | Watch and Clock Maker and
Repairer |
STSOL | OFF |
| 342411 | Cabler (Data and
Telecommunications) |
STSOL | OFF |
| 342413 | Telecommunications Linesworker | STSOL | OFF |
| 399211 | Chemical Plant Operator | STSOL | OFF |
| 399312 | Library Technician | STSOL | OFF |
| 411715 | Residential Care Officer | STSOL | OFF |
| 599612 | Insurance Loss Adjuster | STSOL | OFF |
ORANGE—MEDIUM LONG TERM STRATEGIC SKILLS LIST (MLTSSL) OCCUPATIONS FOR POSSIBLE MOVEMENT TO STSOL
| ANZSCO | Occupation | Current
Status |
Traffic Light |
| 221112 | Management Accountant | MLTSSL | STSOL |
| 234111 | Agricultural Consultant | MLTSSL | STSOL |
| 312212 | Civil Engineering Technician | MLTSSL | STSOL |
YELLOW—STSOL OCCUPATIONS FOR POSSIBLE MOVE TO MLTSSL
| ANZSCO | Occupation | Current
Status |
Traffic Light |
| 452411 | Footballer | STSOL | MLTSSL |
PURPLE—OCCUPATIONS FOR POSSIBLE MOVEMENT FROM STSOL TO REGIONAL OCCUPATIONS LIST (ROL)
| ANZSCO | Occupation | Current
Status |
Traffic Light |
| 252312 | Dentist | STSOL | ROL |
| 253211 | Anaesthetist | STSOL | ROL |
What this means in 2026
Flagged occupations were part of the old occupation list reviews. They are no longer how occupations are added to or removed from employer sponsored lists. Since 7 December 2024, the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) applies to the Core Skills stream of the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa and to the 186 Direct Entry stream.
How lists work in 2026
- CSOL: used for 482 Core Skills nominations and 186 Direct Entry. It is based on advice from Jobs and Skills Australia.
- Specialist Skills stream: no occupation list, but the salary must be at least $146,576 (from 1 July 2026) and trades workers, machinery operators, drivers and labourers are excluded.
- Skilled occupation lists (MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL): still used for points tested visas such as the 189, 190 and 491, and for some other visas.
- State lists: each state and territory publishes its own list for 190 and 491 nomination.
Shortage data. Jobs and Skills Australia publishes an annual Occupation Shortage List, which replaced the Skills Priority List. It informs list reviews but is not itself a visa occupation list.
What to do now. Check your occupation against the list for the visa you want, and check it again just before you lodge, as lists can change. Our skilled occupation list guide explains which list applies to which visa.
Do flagged occupations still exist?
No. The flagging process belonged to the old list reviews. Employer sponsored lists are now set through the CSOL.
Which list applies to the 482 Core Skills stream?
The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
Which list applies to the 189 visa?
The 189 visa uses the skilled occupation lists for points tested visas, mainly the MLTSSL.
Can my occupation be removed while my application is being processed?
List changes usually apply to new applications. Applications already lodged are generally assessed under the list in force at the time of lodgement, but get advice for your situation.
