Surveyor
ANZSCO 232212 (MLTSSL) — eligible for direct Subclass 189 PR, 190, and 491.
Australia PR · Skills assessment guide
Geospatial Council & SSSI Skills Assessment Guide
The Geospatial Council of Australia (formerly SSSI) assesses Surveyor (ANZSCO 232212) and Cartographer / Other Spatial Scientist (ANZSCO 232213). MovesEdu supports surveying and GIS professionals in securing Australian permanent residency.
Please note: MovesEdu provides migration advice; geospatial credential assessments are conducted by the Geospatial Council of Australia.
Section 01
What is the Geospatial Council?
The Geospatial Council of Australia represents surveying, GIS, and spatial science professionals.
Cartographer / Spatial Scientist
ANZSCO 232213 (MLTSSL) — GIS specialists, remote sensing scientists, and digital cartographers.
Degree Standard
Requires a 4-year degree in surveying or geospatial science equivalent to Australian standards.
Infrastructure Demand
Massive national demand across civil construction, mining, and government spatial data projects.
Assessment criteria, occupation lists and requirements are set by Geospatial Council of Australia (SSSI) and the Australian Government and are subject to change without notice. Always verify current requirements on the official website before applying.
Section 02
What Geospatial Council / SSSI assesses
Surveying & Spatial Occupations
Occupations Assessed
| Occupation | ANZSCO |
|---|---|
| Surveyor (Cadastral / Engineering / Mining) | ANZSCO 232212 |
| Cartographer | ANZSCO 232213 |
| Other Spatial Scientist | ANZSCO 232214 |
Indicative only. Your eligibility depends on your specific qualification, role and years of experience matched against the current ANZSCO occupation description.
Section 03
Who can apply?
Requires a recognized degree in surveying or spatial science and relevant practical experience.
Degree Equivalence: Bachelor degree in Surveying or Geomatics (4-year curriculum).
Technical Competence: Cadastral surveying, geodesy, photogrammetry, and spatial analysis.
English Requirement: IELTS Academic or PTE Academic for GSM points.
Section 04
Required documents checklist
Document requirements vary by occupation and individual profile. A personalised checklist is prepared after a professional profile review.
- Passport certified copy
- Surveying / Geomatics degree certificates and marksheets
- Course syllabus outlining field surveying practical hours
- Detailed employment references describing surveying instruments and software used
Section 05
The assessment process, step by step
How a Geospatial Council / SSSI application moves from profile review to outcome.
- 01
Academic Assessment
Verify surveying degree equivalency.
- 02
Council Submission
Submit documentation to the Geospatial Council.
- 03
Outcome Issuance
Receive positive assessment letter for SkillSelect.
Section 06
Processing time
Assessment turnaround: approximately 6 to 10 weeks.
Section 07
Fees
Published Geospatial Council / SSSI rates, as at July 2026. Figures exclude visa charges and MovesEdu professional service fees.
Geospatial Council Fees (AUD)
| Service | Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Migration Skills Assessment | $990 AUD |
Fees are subject to change without notice — always confirm current fees on geospatialcouncil.org.au before applying.
Section 08
Common reasons for a negative outcome
A negative or partial result can significantly affect your points score and visa eligibility — which is why accurate preparation from the outset matters.
- Civil engineering degree without sufficient dedicated cadastral surveying coursework
- Lack of documented field measurement practical hours
Section 09
Why choose MovesEdu Immigration?
MovesEdu assists surveyors and GIS analysts with accurate ANZSCO mapping.
MLTSSL Advantage: Surveyors are eligible for independent Subclass 189 invitations
GIS Specialization: Helping spatial data analysts evidence complex geospatial modeling
MovesEdu Immigration is an independent migration consultancy. We are not Geospatial Council of Australia (SSSI), the Department of Home Affairs, or any Australian government body, and we do not determine or influence assessment outcomes.
Section 10 · Frequently asked questions
Geospatial Council / SSSI, answered.
A general civil engineering degree usually lacks the specific geodesy, cadastral law, and photogrammetry subjects required by the Geospatial Council. We assess your syllabus before you apply.
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