Points-tested skilled visas
If you meet the relevant requirements, you may be able to apply for skilled migration without employer sponsorship.
EMC Australia / Occupations / ANZSCO 263212
ICT Support Engineer
ICT Support Engineer (263212): Develop procedures and strategies to support, create, maintain and manage technical quality and testing of ICT systems.
Are you a qualified ict support engineer considering working or settling in Australia? ICT Support Engineer is an occupation recognised under Australia’s skilled migration program. Depending on your qualifications, experience and personal circumstances, you may be eligible for permanent residency through skilled migration or an employer-sponsored visa. Whether you studied overseas, recently graduated in Australia or already have professional experience, EMC Australia can help you understand which visa pathways may be suitable for you.
ANZSCO
263212
Assessing authority
Skills assessments for ICT Support Engineer (263212) are handled by the ACS (Australian Computer Society), which assesses ICT qualifications for ICT content and relevance, and counts closely related ICT employment after any required experience deduction.
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STSOL
Industry
ICT & software
Can I migrate to Australia as a ict support engineer?
Yes. ICT Support Engineer is an eligible occupation for several Australian skilled migration and employer-sponsored visas. However, being a ict support engineer does not automatically make you eligible for a visa. Your options will depend on factors such as your qualifications, English language ability, age, work experience and skills assessment. Some visas also require an invitation from the Australian Government, state or territory nomination, or sponsorship from an eligible employer. The first step is to identify which pathway best suits your circumstances.
What visa options are available for ict support engineers?
Australian ict support engineers may have several visa options, depending on their personal and professional circumstances.
Employer-sponsored visas
If you have an Australian employer willing to sponsor you, other visa options may be available.
Other pathways
If you have recently completed studies in Australia or are undertaking structured workplace training, other temporary visas may be worth exploring, depending on your eligibility.
Which Australian states nominate ict support engineers?
State or territory nomination may provide another opportunity to pursue skilled migration through subclass 190 or 491. Each Australian state and territory has its own nomination requirements. These can depend on your occupation, current location, employment, qualifications and other circumstances. Some states prioritise applicants who are already living or working locally, while others may consider eligible applicants from overseas. As nomination requirements and available places can change throughout the year, it is important to check the current program before deciding where to apply.
EOI and state nominationHow do I get my ict support engineer skills assessed?
For points-tested skilled migration, you generally need a positive skills assessment for your nominated occupation. ICT Support Engineer skills assessments can be undertaken by one of the recognised assessing authorities: Skills assessments for ICT Support Engineer (263212) are handled by the ACS (Australian Computer Society), which assesses ICT qualifications for ICT content and relevance, and counts closely related ICT employment after any required experience deduction.. The assessing authority will review your educational qualifications, the relevant subjects you completed and whether you meet its English language requirements. If you completed your qualifications overseas, you may still qualify, provided they meet the applicable assessment standards. If your studies do not cover all the required areas, you may need additional study before obtaining a positive assessment. Work experience may be assessed separately where relevant, including when you intend to claim points for skilled employment. Understanding these requirements early can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and delays.
How skills assessments workWhat affects my eligibility for skilled migration?
For points-tested skilled visas, several factors influence your eligibility and points score. The minimum points threshold is 65, although achieving this score does not guarantee an invitation.
Age
Your age affects your migration points. Points-tested skilled visa applicants generally need to be under 45 when invited to apply.
English
You must meet the applicable English language requirements. Higher English test results may also help you claim additional migration points. The English requirements for your skills assessment may be different from those for your visa.
Skilled employment
Relevant Australian or overseas experience in this occupation may help you claim additional points. Your employment history and supporting evidence must satisfy the applicable requirements.
Qualifications
Recognised educational qualifications can contribute to your points score. Your qualifications and the subjects you studied are also important for your skills assessment.
Australian study and partner
Eligible Australian study, partner qualifications and other recognised factors may increase your points score.
Nomination
State or territory nomination can provide additional points for subclasses 190 and 491. Each nomination program has its own eligibility requirements.
Does my experience match ANZSCO 263212?
Not everyone working in a related position will necessarily qualify under ICT Support Engineer. For migration purposes, your actual job responsibilities matter more than your position title. Choosing the correct occupation is important before applying for a skills assessment or visa.
- Design, build or maintain systems at the nominated occupation’s depth
- Work beyond generic help-desk or unskilled coding tutorials
- Show skilled employment dates ACS can actually count
- Match duties to the ANZSCO code you nominate — neighbouring ICT codes fail assessments
Frequently asked questions about ict support engineer migration
the ACS (Australian Computer Society) is the assessing authority for ICT Support Engineer under code 263212. It assesses ICT qualifications for ICT content and relevance, and counts closely related ICT employment after any required experience deduction.
Our current data places 263212 on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). This links to visa subclasses 190, 491, 482, 494 and 407. Lists change, so EMC Australia confirms the position at the time you apply.
Prepare ICT qualifications and support engineering employment. Reference letters should describe duties such as: resolve escalated technical issues across hardware, software and networks.
Yes, if your actual duties match. Assessors look at what you did — for ICT Support Engineer, that means work centred on supporting complex ICT systems as a senior technical resolver — rather than your employer's title. If your duties fit a neighbouring code in unit group 2632 better, nominate that instead.
ICT Support Engineers are commonly employed by managed service providers and enterprise IT. Regional employers may also open 491 or 494 options for 263212.
Other occupations you may want to consider
Depending on your qualifications and the type of work you perform, another occupation may be more suitable.
Not sure which Australian visa is right for you?
Your qualifications and experience may provide opportunities for skilled migration or employer sponsorship, but choosing the right pathway requires careful consideration. At EMC Australia, we can help you understand your available options, identify potential eligibility issues and plan your next steps. Tell us a little about your background through our free visa assessment, or book a consultation to discuss your circumstances with our migration team.