How do I check if my occupation is on the CSOL?

Look up your occupation on our occupation list — we show whether it's on the CSOL and which approved sponsors are linked to it. The list uses ANZSCO 2022 titles, so search by the closest official job title.

What's the difference between the CSOL and the MLTSSL?

The CSOL is used for the Core Skills stream of the 482 and the 186 Direct Entry stream. The MLTSSL still applies to other skilled visas such as the 189, 190 and 491. An occupation can be on one and not the other.

Does being on the CSOL guarantee a visa?

No. It's one requirement. You also need an approved sponsor, a salary meeting the Core Skills Income Threshold ({coreThreshold}) and the market rate, usually a positive skills assessment, and you must meet any caveats on the occupation.

Can occupations be removed from the CSOL?

Yes. The list is demand-led and reviewed against labour-market data, so occupations can be added or removed. A revised list following the 2025 consultation is expected, with no confirmed date yet.

What is the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)?

By the SponsorMap team · Last updated 30 October 2026

The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) is the list of occupations that can be nominated for the Core Skills stream of the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa and for the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186). If your occupation isn't on it, the Core Skills pathway generally isn't open to you — which is why checking the list is one of the first steps in any employer-sponsored plan.

Official source: Skills in Demand visa — Core Skills stream — Department of Home Affairs ↗

What the CSOL is

Introduced on 7 December 2024, the CSOL replaced the separate lists used under the old Temporary Skill Shortage visa — the MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL — consolidating them into a single list for employer-sponsored skilled migration. It is built from ANZSCO occupation codes and reflects roles the government considers to be in genuine national shortage. It currently lists 456 occupations.

How to check if your occupation is on it

The fastest way is to look up your occupation directly on our occupation list — for each occupation we show whether it's on the CSOL and which approved sponsors are linked to it. Note that the list uses ANZSCO 2022 titles and codes, so your job title may be worded slightly differently from what you'd expect.

CSOL vs MLTSSL — a common mix-up

The CSOL applies only to the Core Skills stream of the 482 and to the 186 Direct Entry stream. Other skilled visas — such as the 189, 190 and 491 — still use the older MLTSSL. So an occupation that isn't on the CSOL may still be eligible for a different, non-employer-sponsored visa.

Caveats — being on the list isn't always enough

Some occupations carry caveats: conditions that limit when the occupation can be used (for example, a minimum business size or salary, or excluded work settings). An occupation can appear on the CSOL and still be restricted for your specific role, so always check the caveats and confirm the exact nominated position.

The list is one requirement, not all of them

The CSOL is only the occupation test. To be sponsored you also need an approved sponsor, a salary that meets the Core Skills Income Threshold (AUD 76,515) and the market rate, and usually a positive skills assessment.

The CSOL can change

The list is demand-led — Jobs and Skills Australia reviews labour-market data, and occupations can be added or removed. A revised CSOL reflecting the 2025 stakeholder consultation is expected, though the government has not confirmed a firm date. If your occupation is borderline, plan early and watch for updates.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)?: It's the list of occupations that can be nominated for the Core Skills stream of the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa and the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186). It replaced the old MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL lists on 7 December 2024.
How do I check if my occupation is on the CSOL?: Look up your occupation on our occupation list — we show whether it's on the CSOL and which approved sponsors are linked to it. The list uses ANZSCO 2022 titles, so search by the closest official job title.
What's the difference between the CSOL and the MLTSSL?: The CSOL is used for the Core Skills stream of the 482 and the 186 Direct Entry stream. The MLTSSL still applies to other skilled visas such as the 189, 190 and 491. An occupation can be on one and not the other.
Does being on the CSOL guarantee a visa?: No. It's one requirement. You also need an approved sponsor, a salary meeting the Core Skills Income Threshold ({coreThreshold}) and the market rate, usually a positive skills assessment, and you must meet any caveats on the occupation.
Can occupations be removed from the CSOL?: Yes. The list is demand-led and reviewed against labour-market data, so occupations can be added or removed. A revised list following the 2025 consultation is expected, with no confirmed date yet.

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About this guide

This guide is maintained by the SponsorMap team and reviewed against official Australian government sources. SponsorMap's company data comes from the Department of Home Affairs list of approved sponsors. Visa rules and figures are based on the Department of Home Affairs and are updated as they change. Always confirm your situation with the Department of Home Affairs or a registered migration agent.

Rules change — always verify with the Department of Home Affairs or a registered migration agent (MARA).