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The QSOL is the Queensland Skilled Occupations List.

The QSOL represents all the occupation currently in demand in Queensland and is updated regularly. As well as publishing a list of occupation sin demand on the QSOL the State of Queensland also add extra criteria against certain occupations so they get out of immigration exactly the skills the y need for the State.

QSOL List for applicants not in Australia

ANZSCO codeOccupationSubclass 491Subclass 190Specialisations and other requirements<
131112Sales and Marketing Manager  Require 70 points
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
133513Production Manager (Mining)  
232212Surveyor  
232213Marketing Specialist  Require 70 points
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
233212Geotechnical Engineer  Require registration with the Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland
233213Quantity Surveyor  
233214Structural Engineer  Require registration with the Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland
233215Transport Engineer  Require registration with the Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland
233911Aeronautical Engineer  Require registration with the Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland
233912Agricultural Engineer  
233913Biomedical Engineer  Require registration with the Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland
233915Environmental Engineer  Require registration with the Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland
234711Veterinarian  
241111Early Childcare Teacher  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
241213Primary School Teacher  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241311Middle School Teacher  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241411Secondary School Teacher  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241511Special Needs Teacher  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241512Teacher of the Hearing Impaired  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241513Teacher of the Sight Impaired  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241599Special Education Teacher nec  Require 3 years work experience for 491 and 5 years work experience for 190
Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
251211Medical Diagnostic Radiographer  
251212Medical Radiation Therapist  
251213Nuclear Medicine Technologist  
251214Sonographer  
251411Optometrist  
252411Occupational Therapist  
252511Physiotherapist  
252611Podiatrist  
253411Psychiatrist  
253915Pathologist  
253917Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist  
253918Radiation Oncologist  
254111Midwife  
254411Nurse Practitioner  
254412Registered Nurse (Aged Care)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254413Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254414Registered Nurse (Community Health)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254415Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254416Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254417Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254418Registered Nurse (Medical)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254421Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254422Registered Nurse (Mental Health)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254423Registered Nurse (Perioperative)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254424Registered Nurse (Surgical)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254425Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
254499Registered Nurses nec  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
261314Software Tester  Require 80 points;
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years in accordance with ACS skills assessments
263211ICT Quality Assurance Engineer  Require 80 points;
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years in accordance with ACS skills assessments
263212ICT Support Engineer  Require 80 points;
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years in accordance with ACS skills assessments
263213ICT Systems Test Engineer  Require 80 points;
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years in accordance with ACS skills assessments
271311Solicitor  
272499Social Professionals nec  
272511Social Worker  
272612Recreation Officer  
272613Welfare Worker  
312113Building Inspector  
312199Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec  
312611Safety Inspector  
312911Maintenance Planner  
312912Metallurgical or Material Technician  
312913Mine Deputy  
312913Building & Engineering Technician nec  
313111Hardware Technician  Require 80 points;
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years in accordance with ACS skills assessments
313112ICT Customer Support Officer  Require 80 points;
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years in accordance with skills assessments
313113Web Administrator  Require 80 points;
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years in accordance with skills assessments
321111Automotive Electrician  
321211Motor Mechanic (General)  
321212Diesel Motor Mechanic  
321213Motorcycle Mechanic  
321214Small Engine Mechanic  
322211Sheetmetal Trades Worker  
323211Fitter (General)  
323212Fitter and Turner  
324111Panelbeater  
324211Vehicle Body Builder  
324211Vehicle Trimmer  
331111Bricklayer  
332211Painting Trades Worker  
333211Fibrous Plasterer  
334111Plumber (General)  
334112Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber  
334113Drainer  
334114Gasfitter  
334115Roof Plumber  
342111Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic  
351311Chef   Require 70 points; Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years – 190 OR Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years – 491 – must have 5 STAR Hotel experience or high-end restaurant experience
351411Cook   Require 70 points; Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years – 190 OR Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years – 491
394111Cabinetmaker  
411213Dental Technician  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
411711Community Worker  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
411712Disabilities Services Officer  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
411713Family Support Worker  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
411715Residential Care Officer  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years
411716Youth Worker  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years

Requirement for Queensland Nomination (Offshore application)

The requirements for Queensland nomination (offshore) are:

  • have a points score of at least 65
  • have a positive skills assessment
  • be under 45
  • meet minimum English language requirement
  • have an occupation on the QSOL
  • provide evidence that you have a minimum of 2 years’ experience
  • commit to living and working in Queensland for 2 years

QSOL Queensland List for applicants currently living and working in Queensland

ANZSCO codeOccupationSubclass 491Subclass 190Specialisations and other requirements
121111Aquaculture Farmer  
121211Cotton Grower  
121212Flower Grower  
121213Fruit or Nut Grower  
121215Grape Grower  
121217Sugar Cane Grower  
121221Vegetable Grower  
121299Crop Farmers nec  
121311Apiarist  
121312Beef Cattle Farmer  
121313Dairy Cattle Farmer  
121314Deer Farmer  
121315Goat Farmer  
121316Horse Breeder  
121317Mixed Livestock Farmer  
121318Pig Farmer  
121321Poultry Farmer  
121322Sheep Farmer  
121399Livestock Farmers nec  
121411Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer  
131112Sales and Marketing Manager  Require 70 points
131113Advertising Manager  Require 70 points
131114Public Relations Manager  
132111Corporate Services Manager  
132211Finance Manager  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 1 year (including 3 months in REGIONAL Queensland)
132411Policy and Planning Manager  
133111Construction Project Manager  
133112Project Builder  
133211Engineering Manager  
133511Production Manager (Forestry)  
133512Production Manager (Manufacturing)  
133513Production Manager (Mining)  
133612Procurement Manager  
139915Sports Administrator  
134111Child Care Centre Manager  
134212Nursing Clinical Director  
134213Primary Health Organisation Manager  
134214Welfare Centre Manager  
134299Health and Welfare Services Managers nec  
139911Arts Administrator or Manager  
139912Environmental Manager  
139913Laboratory Manager  
139914Quality Assurance Manager  
139999Specialist Managers nec  
141111Cafe or Restaurant Manager  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) -190, OR Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 1 year (including 3 months in REGIONAL Queensland) – 491
141211Caravan Park and Camping Ground Manager  
141311Hotel or Motel Manager  
141999Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec  
149413Transport Company Manager  
211112Dancer or Choreographer  
212111Artistic Director  
211212Music Director  
211213Musician (Instrumental)  
212411Copywriter  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
212412Newspaper or Periodical Editor  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
212413Print Journalist  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
212415Technical Writer  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
212416Television Journalist  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
212499Journalists and Other Writers nec  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
221211Company Secretary  
222211Financial Market Dealer  
222213Stockbroking Dealer  
222299Financial Dealers nec  
223112Recruitment Consultant  
223211ICT Trainer  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 5 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
224111Actuary  
224112Mathematician  
224113Statistician  
224212Gallery or Museum Curator  
224213Health Information Manager  
224214Records Manager  
224311Economist  
224412Policy Analyst  
224511Land Economist  
224711Management Consultant  
224712Organisation and Methods Analyst  
224912Liaison Officer  
224914Patents Examiner  
224999Information and Organisation Professionals nec  
225113Marketing Specialist  Require 70 points
225311Public Relations Professional  
231111Aeroplane Pilot  
231113Flying Instructor  
231114Helicopter Pilot  
232111Architect  
232212Surveyor  
232213Cartographer  
232214Other Spatial Scientist  
232511Interior Designer  
233111Chemical Engineer  
233112Materials Engineer  
233211Civil Engineer  
233212Geotechnical Engineer  
233213Quantity Surveyor  
233214Structural Engineer  
233215Transport Engineer  
233311Electrical Engineer  
233511Industrial Engineer  
233512Mechanical Engineer  
233513Production or Plant Engineer  
233611Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)  
233612Petroleum Engineer  
233911Aeronautical Engineer  
233912Agricultural Engineer  
233913Biomedical Engineer  
233914Engineering Technologist  Require 70 points
233915Environmental Engineer  
233916Naval Architect  
233999Engineering Professionals nec  
234111Agricultural Consultant  
234112Agricultural Scientist  
234113Forester  
234211Chemist  
234212Food Technologist  
234213Wine Maker  
234311Conservation Officer  
234312Environmental Consultant  
234313Environmental Research Scientist  
234399Environmental Scientists nec  
234411Geologist  
234412Geophysicist  
234413Hydrogeologist  
234511Life Scientist (General)  
234513Biochemist  
234514Biotechnologist  
234515Botanist  
234516Marine Biologist  
234517Microbiologist  
234518Zoologist  
234611Medical Laboratory Scientist  
234711Veterinarian  
234599Life Scientist nec  
234911Conservator  
234912Metallurgist  
234913Meteorologist  
234914Physicist  
234999Natural & Physical Science Prof nec  
241111Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher  
241213Primary School Teacher  Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241311Middle School Teacher  Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241411Secondary School Teacher  Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241511Special Needs Teacher  Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241512Teacher of the Hearing Impaired  Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241513Teacher of the Sight Impaired  Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
241599Special Education Teacher nec  Require registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
242111University Lecturer  Require 70 points; and
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251211Medical Diagnostic Radiographer  
251212Medical Radiation Therapist  
251213Nuclear Medicine Technologist  
251214Sonographer  
251311Environmental Health Officer  
251312Occupational Health and Safety Adviser  
251411Optometrist  
251412Orthoptist  
251511Hospital Pharmacist  
251512Industrial Pharmacist  
251513Retail Pharmacist  
251911Health Promotion Officer  
251912Orthotist or Prosthetist  
251999Health Diagnostic and Promotion Professionals nec  
252311Dental Specialist  
252312Dentist  
252411Occupational Therapist  
252511Physiotherapist  
252611Podiatrist  
252711Audiologist  
252712Speech Pathologist  
253111General Practitioner  
253112Resident Medical Officer  
253211Anaesthetist  
253311Specialist Physician (General Medicine)  
253312Cardiologist  
253313Clinical Haematologist  
253314Medical Oncologist  
253315Endocrinologist  
253316Gastroenterologist  
253317Intensive Care Specialist  
253318Neurologist  
253321Paediatrician  
253322Renal Medicine Specialist  
253323Rheumatologist  
253324Thoracic Medicine Specialist  
253399Specialist Physicians nec  
253411Psychiatrist  
253511Surgeon (General)  
253512Cardiothoracic Surgeon  
253513Neurosurgeon  
253514Orthopaedic Surgeon  
253515Otorhinolaryngologist  
253516Paediatric Surgeon  
253517Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon  
253518Urologist  
253521Vascular Surgeon  
253911Dermatologist  
253912Emergency Medicine Specialist  
253913Obstetrician and Gynaecologist  
253914Ophthalmologist  
253915Pathologist  
253917Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist  
253918Radiation Oncologist  
253999Medical Practitioners nec  
254111Midwife  
254411Nurse Practitioner  
254412Registered Nurse (Aged Care)  
254413Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)  
254414Registered Nurse (Community Health)  
254415Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)  
254416Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)  
254417Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)  
254418Registered Nurse (Medical)  
254421Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)  
254422Registered Nurse (Mental Health)  
254423Registered Nurse (Perioperative)  
254424Registered Nurse (Surgical)  
254425Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)  
254499Registered Nurses nec  
261211Multimedia Specialist  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
261212Web Developer  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
261314Software Tester  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
263112Network Administrator  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
263113Network Analyst  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
263211ICT Quality Assurance Engineer  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
263212ICT Support Engineer  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
263213ICT Systems Test Engineer  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
263299ICT Support and Test Engineers nec  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
271111Barrister  
271311Solicitor  
272111Careers Counsellor  
272112Drug and Alcohol Counsellor  
272113Family and Marriage Counsellor  
272114Rehabilitation Counsellor  
272115Student Counsellor  
272199Counsellors nec  
272311Clinical Psychologist  
272312Educational Psychologist  
272313Organisational Psychologist  
272314Psychotherapist  
272399Psychologists nec  
272412Interpreter  
272499Social Professionals nec  
272511Social Worker  
272611Community Arts Worker  
272612Recreation Officer  
272613Welfare Worker  
311111Agricultural Technician  
311211Anaesthetic Technician  
311212Cardiac Technician  
311213Medical Laboratory Technician  
311214Operating Theatre Technician  
311215Pharmacy Technician  
311216Pathology Collector  
311299Medical Technicians nec  
311312Meat Inspector  
311399Primary Products Inspectors nec  
311411Chemistry Technician  
311412Earth Science Technician  
311413Life Science Technician  
311499Science Technicians nec  
312113Building Inspector  
312114Construction Estimator  
312116Surveying or Spatial Science Technician  
312199Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec  
312211Civil Engineering Draftsperson  
312611Safety Inspector  
312911Maintenance Planner  
312912Metallurgical or Materials Technician  
312913Mine Deputy  
312999Building and Engineering Technicians nec  
313111Hardware Technician  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
313112ICT Customer Support Officer  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) in accordance with ACS skills assessment
313113Web Administrator  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
313199ICT Support Technicians nec  Require 70 points; and
Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland)
313211Radiocommunications Technician  
313213Telecommunications network planner  
321111Automotive Electrician  
321211Motor Mechanic (General)  
321212Diesel Motor Mechanic  
321213Motorcycle Mechanic  
321214Small Engine Mechanic  
322211Sheetmetal Trades Worker  
322311Metal Fabricator  
322312Pressure Welder  
322313Welder (First Class)  
323111Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)  
323112Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)  
323113Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)  
323211Fitter (General)  
323212Fitter and Turner  
323213Fitter-Welder  
323214Metal Machinist (First Class)  
323299Metal Fitters and Machinists nec  
323313Locksmith  
323314Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer  
323412Toolmaker  
324111Panelbeater  
324211Vehicle Body Builder  
324212Vehicle Trimmer  
331111Bricklayer  
331112Stonemason  
331211Carpenter and Joiner  
331212Carpenter  
331213Joiner  
332211Painting Trades Worker  
333111Glazier  
333211Fibrous Plasterer  
333212Solid Plasterer  
333311Roof Tiler  
333411Wall and Floor Tiler  
334111Plumber (General)  
334112Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber  
334113Drainer  
334114Gasfitter  
334115Roof Plumber  
341111Electrician (General)  
341112Electrician (Special Class)  
341113Lift Mechanic  
342111Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic  
342211Electrical Linesworker  
342311Business Machine Mechanic  
342313Electronic Equipment Trades Worker  
342314Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)  
342315Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class)  
351111Baker  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) -190, OR Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 1 year (including 3 months in REGIONAL Queensland) – 491
351112Pastrycook  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) -190, OR Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 1 year (including 3 months in REGIONAL Queensland) – 491
351211Butcher or Smallgoods Maker  
351311Chef  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) -190, OR Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 1 year (including 3 months in REGIONAL Queensland) – 491
351411Cook  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 6 months in Queensland) -190, OR Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 1 year (including 3 months in REGIONAL Queensland) – 491
361112Horse Trainer  
361311Veterinary Nurse  
362212Arborist  
362311Greenkeeper  
362411Nurseryperson  
391111Hairdresser  Require minimum post-qualification work experience of 3 years (including 3 months in Queensland)
392311Printing Machinist  
394111Cabinetmaker  
394211Furniture Finisher  
394213Wood Machinist  
394299Wood Machinists and Other Wood Trades Workers nec  
399111Boat Builder and Repairer  
399112Shipwright  
399212Gas or Petroleum Operator  
399213Power Generation Plant Operator  
411111Ambulance Officer  
411112Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic  
411211Dental Hygienist  
411213Dental Technician  
411214Dental Therapist  
411311Diversional Therapist  
411411Enrolled Nurse  
411611Massage Therapist  
411711Community Worker  
411712Disabilities Services Officer  
411713Family Support Worker  
411715Residential Care Officer  
411716Youth Worker  
452311Diving Instructor (Open Water)  
452312Gymnastics Coach or Instructor  
452313Horse Riding Coach or Instructor  
452315Swimming Coach or Instructor  
452316Tennis Coach  
452317Other Sports Coach or Instructor  
452321Sports Development Officer  
452411Footballer  

Requirement for Queensland Immigration Onshore Application

The requirements for Queensland nomination (onshore) are:

  • meet both Australian criteria and Queensland (BSMQ) criteria for your
  • chosen have a points test result of 65 or higher, inclusive of state nomination points
  • have a positive skills assessment
  • be under 45 years
  • meet minimum English language requirement
  • have an occupation on the QSOL
  • provide evidence of full-time employment for the past six months
  • satisfy specialization or other requirements
  • provide evidence of ongoing full-time employment
  • commit to living and working in Queensland for two years

Visas for QSOL Queensland Occupations

Occupations on the QSOL qualify for the following temporary Australia visas

  • 407 Visa – Training visa
  • 491 Visa – Skilled Regional Queensland
  • 485 Visa – Graduate Visa Australia
  • TSS Visa – Work visa Queensland

Occupations on the QSOL qualify for the following Permanent Australia visas

  • 190 Visa – Permanent Residency Queensland
  • Subclass 186 – Direct Entry Queensland

When is the QSOL Updated

The QSOL list is updated regularly throughout the year with no fixed date being given by the State of Queensland

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