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FAQs

Here you will find the answers to frequently asked questions about the skills assessment process. These common questions cover preparing an application, applying, making changes to an application and returning applicants who have already received an outcome.

If you cannot find the answer to your question here, it is likely that it is addressed directly in the skills assessment criteria or application process pages.

Preparing an application

It is your responsibility to choose the occupation for which you believe you are qualified and experienced. You can conduct a self-assessment using the assessment criteria or contact a migration agent for assistance.
You would have to submit your application documents and qualifications in order for us to make a proper assessment and provide you with an assessment report. Please refer to the skill assessment criteria page.
Yes, you must provide all documentation for the underpinning qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree, including any non-relevant qualifications. This information is important when we assess your qualification comparability.
You are responsible for providing evidence to support your claims. All assessments are evidence-based, without sufficient evidence, we cannot accept the claim.
No, employment contracts do not contain all the information we need to verify a work claim. You can submit a contract as an additional supporting document but not in lieu of the requested evidence.

Applying

You will need to create an account for the applicant portal and submit the online form. Please read through the application process page.

Yes, at the end of the form you will have the option of saving the form or lodging your application.

Please note the save option is at the end of the form. You will need to fill in some mandatory fields to get there, including uploading a resume. You can attach a stand-in/substitute document to enable you to progress to the end - just remember to replace this with the correct document before you actually lodge your application.

We are currently experiencing a very high volume of applications. As such, our fast-track service has been suspended until further notice. You may still apply for the standard service.
Each time an assessing officer updates the status of your application you will receive an automatic email.
You will receive an email once your outcome is available.
The assessment team is not available over the phone. You can email assessments@skillevaluationcenter.org.

Making changes to a pending application

No, this is not possible.
You should update your details by sending an email to assessments@skillevaluationcenter.org.
Yes you can. You may be asked to submit additional evidence as part of the assessment process.
Skills assessment applications are kept for five years only in line with our record keeping policy. If you made an application within the past five years and would like a copy of your documents please email assessment@skillevaluationcenter.org with your reference number in the subject line to arrange a replacement. A service fee applies.