Canberra ACT Critical Skilled Occupation List (2025 - 2026)

ACT Critical Skills List

The ACT Critical Skills List 2025 - 2026 is a strategic resource identifying high-demand occupations in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), tailored to support Canberra’s dynamic economy. This list is essential for skilled migrants seeking ACT nomination for key visa pathways, including:

• Skilled Work Regional Visa (subclass 491)
• Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)

Aligning your profession with the ACT Critical Skills List enhances your eligibility for Canberra visa sponsorship and boosts your Canberra Matrix score, a critical tool for Australia skilled visa applications. The Matrix evaluates candidates based on work experience, English proficiency, and qualifications, and selecting a high-demand occupation can fast-track your ACT skilled migration process. Our expert Canberra immigration services guide you to maximize points and streamline your visa application.

Maximum Number of Jobs

However, it’s essential to be mindful of the quotas established for each occupation on the ACT Critical Skills List. To manage the balance between demand and supply, the ACT government may impose monthly caps on the number of nominations available for specific professions. This means that if the cap for your nominated occupation has been met for a particular month, you might have to wait until the next month to submit your application. This emphasizes the significance of staying informed about the availability of nomination slots and planning your application timing accordingly.

ACT's Current List of Critical Skills

The ACT recognizes the fluid nature of skill requirements in a dynamic economy. As such, the Critical Skills List undergoes periodic updates to reflect the changing landscape of the ACT job market. This commitment to regular updates ensures that the ACT Migration Program remains responsive to the evolving needs of the territory, aligning with the start of each new fiscal year.

ACT Nominated Migration Program Occupation List — October 2025

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