VETASSESS Skills Assessment Application Process for Professional Occupations

Do you want to migrate to Australia, either temporarily or permanently, and continue working in your trade, profession, or speciality occupation? If so, you might need a skills assessment to get your visa.  But how you can get your skills assessed is the question here. 

 

There are multiple skill assessment bodies in Australia. VETASSESS is one of them. It is Australia’s largest skills assessment service that assesses 341 different professional occupations. 

 

Therefore, if you’re a professional choosing to migrate to Australia, continue reading this blog post to learn everything about VETASSESS, its application process, required documents, fee, and the  processing time.

 

What is a VETASSESS Skills Assessment ? 

VETASSESS is one of the leading assessing bodies in Australia. It assesses 341 professional occupations across various industries and 27 trade occupations for the migration process.

 

Thus, it allows candidates to pursue their job in Australia by assessing their skills, certifications, and experience obtained in their native country. So, if you want to migrate to Australia as a professional, get your skills assessed by VETASSESS.  

 

Documents Required for VETASSESS Skills Assessment

This section contains a list of the materials you must submit with your application. Make sure to submit all the required documents with your application for faster processing. In addition to this, ensure that your documents are translated into English and scans are of high quality. 

Have a look below at the document checklist for VETASSESS skills assessment.

 

1. Resume  or curriculum vitae (CV)

If you are applying for a formal skills assessment, send your CV. A resume or CV describes your job experience and your academic achievements.

 

2. Photograph

You need to submit a recent passport-sized color photograph. The photograph must be no more than six months old and of good quality.

 

3. Proof of identity

You must give at least three documents to prove your identity. You may submit two primary documents and one secondary document.

Acceptable primary documents:

• Passport bio page
• Birth certificate

Acceptable secondary documents:

• National ID
• Driver’s Licence
• Social security card
• Marriage certificate
• Student identity card
• Australian visa

 

4. Qualification Evidence

Qualification evidence includes the award certificate and  your academic transcripts.

 

• Award Certificate

The award certificate is an official document that confirms the completion of an award course of study. If you have not yet received your qualification award certificate, you may submit a provisional award certificate  by the registrar department of the awarding institution.

 

• Academic Transcript

Submit your complete academic transcript. If your transcripts do not contain sufficient details regarding the units of study you completed, supply additional documents, such as a course syllabus, to clarify this. Moreover, you can also include notable projects and other noteworthy aspects of your studies in your CV.

 

5. Employment Evidence

Provide VETASSESS with the necessary employment documents for each position specified on your formal skills assessment application. 

If you want priority processing of your application, VETASSESS will assess your eligibility by verifying your employment claims within 10 business days. Therefore, make sure that you have all of the essential evidence specified below when applying for priority processing.

 

• Statement of Service

A Statement of Service is a documented confirmation of employment from your employer on official letterhead. The Statement of Service must contain the following:

• Issue date for the Statement of Service.
• The company letterhead.
• Your full name and position title.
• The working hours per week.
• The exact start and end dates of your employment.
• List of your main duties for each position held
• The earned salary.
• Full name, position title, official contact details, and signature of the person writing the statement of service. 

 

• Payment Evidence

Payment evidence can include one of the following types:

• At least two paychecks.
• Taxation records include payment summaries, the firm name, and your name.
• Bank statements with at least two salary payments.
• Employment-related insurance and superannuation records.

If there is information that cannot be included in official papers, you can provide a statutory declaration.

 

How to Apply for a VETASSESS Skills Assessment?

Here is the list of steps that you need to follow in order to apply for the VETASSESS skills assessment.

• Step 1: Choose a professional occupation.
• Step 2: Gather all the required documents.
• Step 3: Submit an online application to VETASSESS.
• Step 4: Wait for the application outcome.

Let’s discuss each step in detail to develop a better understanding. 

 

Step 1: Choose a professional occupation.

Select the occupation against which you want to be assessed. You can also visit www.homeaffairs.gov.au for information on the occupations available for migration to Australia. Moreover, you can learn more about the ANZSCO description of your chosen occupation by visiting www.abs.gov.au. 

 

Step 2: Gather all the required documents.

Find your occupation here and check the documents required for the VETASSESS skills assessment for your occupation. These documents include a resume, passport-size photograph, proof of identity, qualification evidence, employment evidence, and the application fee. 

• Important announcement by VETASSESS:

You must provide all essential documentation while submitting your VETASSESS skills assessment application. VETASSESS will close incomplete applications that do not meet the deadline, and if you want them to reopen the applications, additional charges will apply. Therefore, it is essential that you submit all the required documents in the first attempt to avoid delays. 

 

Step 3: Submit an online application to VETASSESS.

Create an online account on VETASSESS and log on to “apply” or continue assessment.  Fill out the online application form and provide high-quality color scans of the required documents. Before applying, make sure you have properly read and understood the document requirements. 

Failure to provide the required documents in the correct format may cause a delay in completing your application, exceeding the regular processing hours. If you want your application to be handled faster, select the Priority Processing option when you submit it.

 

Step 4: Wait for the application outcome.

Your application will be assigned to an assessment officer, and if additional papers are required, you will be notified online. Once your skills assessment application is assessed, you will be able to view and download your outcome letter from the online portal.  

 

VETASSESS Skills Assessment Fees

If you are an Australian resident for tax reasons, your application costs will include Goods and Service Tax (GST). For further information on tax residence, visit the Australian Taxation Office website. 

However, the following table provides a comprehensive overview of full skill assessment fee. 

 

For both qualifications and employment—Australian or Overseas	Applying from within Australia	Applying from outside Australia
Online application	AUD $1136.30	AUD $1033.00
Priority Processing Fee	AUD $886.60	AUD $806.00

 

VETASSESS Skill Assessment Processing Time

Each assessment is unique, and processing timeframes might vary. It is important that you submit all required documentation when applying to minimize delays. Usually, it takes 8–10 weeks to process skills assessments for professional occupations. Look at the table below for a detailed overview of the processing time of different occupations.

 

Service Type	Time Range
Skills Assessment for Migration: Professional Occupations	8 to 10 weeks
Post-Vocational Education Work (Subclass 485) Visa	1 to 2  weeks
DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement)	2 to 3 weeks
ILA (Industry Labour Agreement)	2 to 3 weeks
Points Test Advice	2 to 4 weeks
Renewals	2 to 5  weeks
Reassessment Outcome Review: Professional and General Occupations	8 to 10 weeks
Reassessment: Change of Occupation	10 to 12 weeks
Appeal	12 to 20 weeks

 

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, obtaining a VETASSESS skills assessment is a crucial step for professionals who want to migrate to Australia. You can avoid unnecessary delays by following the above-outlined steps and ensuring all required documents are submitted.

Always keep in mind that a positive skills assessment not only evaluates your qualifications and experience but also significantly enhances your chances of securing a visa.

Get Professional Assistance to Increase Chances of Your Success

The Migration is a registered company that provides authentic visa and education consultation services to its clients. They have a MARA-certified agent who guides people to successful visa approval from Australia. 

Moreover, your skills assessment will be filed by experts who will make sure it is flawless and decision-ready. Therefore, schedule an online appointment now and allow us to help deal with your skills assessment application.

 

 

Related Articles

• Shorter VETASSESS Processing Time for Professional and General Occupations
• Big Changes in Vetassess Skill Assessment for Trade Occupations

 

FAQs

How long is my assessment valid for?

A positive complete skills assessment result is normally valid for three years from the day it was issued. If you need to renew your skills assessment, please contact us at any time before it expires. It is not possible to renew your skills assessment outcome letter once it has expired.

 

How to renew your skills assessment before it expires?

The renewal application includes:

• An evaluation of your previous positive skills assessment outcome, taking into account additional qualifications or employment for the Points Test. 
• Renewing the expiration date, with or without your extra qualification or employment.
• You can apply for renewal by accessing the ‘Completed Cases’ section of your online application portal and submit the renewal online.

 

How long will it take for my renewal application to be completed?

The renewal process usually takes four to six weeks. This might take longer, depending on the complexity of the application.