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Quantity Surveyor ANZSCO 233213 is the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations code for quantity surveyors, now also identified as OSCA 241932 under the updated classification system used by the Department of Home Affairs. This occupation sits on the MLTSSL as of April 2026, qualifying for the full range of skilled migration visas. The assessing authority is the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS).
Before lodging any skilled migration application as a quantity surveyor, you must hold a positive AIQS skills assessment. Choosing the wrong pathway, submitting incomplete employment evidence, or confusing AIQS membership with an assessment are the three most common reasons applications fail. This guide covers the OSCA code change, all five assessment pathways, fees, documents, processing time, and the visa options available in 2026.
A Quantity Surveyor (ANZSCO 233213) is responsible for managing and controlling construction costs throughout all stages of a project, from feasibility to completion. The role focuses on ensuring financial efficiency, accurate cost planning, and effective contract management. It is a key occupation in Australia’s construction and infrastructure sector and is assessed by AIQS for skilled migration.
Core duties:
Quantity Surveyor (ANZSCO 233213) is on two Australian skilled migration lists as of April 2026: the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and the Skills in Demand list (supporting the Subclass 482 employer-sponsored visa).
An MLTSSL listing means quantity surveyors have access to:
Visa | Type | Pathway |
Subclass 189 | Permanent — Skilled Independent | Points-tested, no state nomination required |
Subclass 190 | Permanent — Skilled Nominated | Points-tested + state nomination (+5 points) |
Subclass 491 | Provisional — Skilled Regional | Points-tested + regional nomination (+15 points) |
Subclass 482 | Temporary — Skills in Demand | Employer-sponsored, no points test |
Subclass 186 | Permanent — Employer Nomination | Employer-sponsored, permanent residency grants |
Subclass 494 | Provisional — Employer Regional | Employer-sponsored, regional area |
Australia’s sustained infrastructure pipeline, including the national housing target of 1.2 million homes by 2029, defense infrastructure under AUKUS, and major transport projects across all states, has maintained genuine demand for quantity surveyors at both state and federal levels. Quantity Surveyor appeared on the ACT Critical Skills List and has been included in multiple state nomination priority lists in 2025–2026.
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AIQS offers five distinct assessment pathways. Selecting the correct one based on your qualifications and experience is the most consequential decision in your application.
For applicants who hold an Australian qualification from an AIQS-accredited university program. Professional work experience is not assessed for this pathway; the accredited qualification alone establishes competency equivalency. The fastest and most straightforward pathway for eligible applicants.
For applicants with an Australian qualification not on the AIQS-accredited list. Requires a minimum of two years of post-graduation relevant work experience in quantity surveying. Employment evidence must demonstrate the full scope of QS duties, not just one subspecialty.
The most commonly used pathway for international quantity surveyors. Requires:
Applicants must also submit a competency-based narrative describing real project experience, responsibilities, methods used, and outcomes. This is similar to a CDR career episode and must be specific and evidence-based.
Applications relying on generic job descriptions or weak employment references are commonly rejected. Applicants with non-related qualifications may still be assessed if they can prove sufficient relevant QS experience over several years.
For applicants holding current corporate membership of RICS or NZIQS. AIQS accepts this as evidence of equivalent professional standards, allowing assessment without a full competency narrative. Membership must be current and at an eligible corporate level.
This pathway confirms your academic qualifications meet Australian standards without assessing work experience. It cannot be used for permanent residency applications and is mainly for temporary visa purposes or qualification benchmarking. Only Pathways 1–4 are accepted for skilled migration (PR) visa applications.
All fees must be paid at the time of submission and are non-refundable regardless of outcome.
Assessment Type | Fee (Excl. GST) | Onshore (incl. GST) |
Pathways 1–4 (Skills Assessment) | AUD $655 | AUD $720.50 |
Pathway 5 (Qualifications Only) | AUD $555 | AUD $610.50 |
Reassessment fee | AUD $350 | AUD $385 |
GST exemption: Offshore applicants do not pay the GST component of 10%. If you are applying from outside Australia, you pay the ex-GST rate only.
Document completeness is the primary factor controlling whether your application reaches the 6–12 week processing window or stalls in pre-review.
Core documents for all pathways:
English language evidence (where required):
Applicants holding passports from specified English-speaking countries or Australian bachelor’s degree graduates are exempt from English language testing. All other applicants must provide IELTS results (minimum 6.0 in each of the four bands) or PTE Academic (minimum 50 in each component) within two years of the application date.
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Quantity Surveyor ANZSCO 233213, now also referenced as OSCA 241932, remains one of Australia’s most in-demand skilled migration occupations, supported by strong infrastructure growth and ongoing labor shortages across states.
The AIQS skills assessment is mandatory before any visa application, and success depends on selecting the correct pathway and providing complete, evidence-based employment documentation. Errors such as choosing the wrong pathway, submitting generic references, or misunderstanding the OSCA update often lead to delays or rejection, all of which are avoidable with proper preparation.
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Q1: What is the difference between ANZSCO 233213 and OSCA 241932 for quantity surveyors?
ANZSCO 233213 is the original Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification code used in Department of Home Affairs documentation and SkillSelect. OSCA 241932 is the updated occupation code used in the AIQS assessment portal and communications. When applying for an AIQS skills assessment, you will see OSCA 241932.
Q2: Which AIQS pathway should an overseas-trained quantity surveyor use?
Most overseas-trained quantity surveyors use Pathway 3, the overseas qualification with experience pathway. This requires a bachelor’s degree or higher in quantity surveying or a closely related field, assessed as comparable to Australian standards, plus relevant work experience demonstrated through a competency-based narrative and employment references. Applicants who hold current corporate membership of RICS or NZIQS can use the faster Pathway 4 instead.
Q3: Can I use a qualifications-only AIQS assessment for a permanent residency visa?
No. AIQS Pathway 5 (Qualifications Only) cannot be used to support a permanent residence visa application. Only Pathways 1 through 4, which include skills assessment of work experience, are recognized by the Department of Home Affairs for PR visa purposes. Pathway 5 is for temporary visa categories and qualification benchmarking purposes only.
Q4: What is the AIQS skills assessment fee in 2026?
The AIQS skills assessment fee for Pathways 1 to 4 is AUD $655 excluding GST (AUD $720.50 including GST for onshore applicants). Offshore applicants pay the ex-GST rate only. The Qualifications Only (Pathway 5) fee is AUD $555 ex-GST. A reassessment fee of AUD $350 applies if you received a not-suitable outcome and wish to reapply. All fees are payable at submission and are non-refundable.
Q5: Does working in tax depreciation count as quantity surveying experience for ANZSCO 233213?
Partially, but not sufficiently on its own. Preparing tax depreciation schedules is listed under ANZSCO 233213 duties, but AIQS assessors require evidence of broader quantity surveying practice, including cost planning, tender preparation, contract administration, or cost monitoring across your employment history. Applications based predominantly on tax depreciation work without demonstrating wider QS responsibilities are unlikely to receive a positive outcome.
Q6: How long does the AIQS skills assessment take in 2026?
Processing takes approximately 6 to 12 weeks from the date AIQS confirms your application is complete. The timeline begins when all documents are received and verified, not when you submit. Applications with missing transcripts, incomplete employment references, or absent English test results are held until deficiencies are resolved.
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17 WORKING DAYS
✅ 3 Career Episode
✅ 1 CPD
✅ 1 Summary Statement
✅ Plagiarism free Report
✅ Multiple Correction
✅ 3 Reports
✅ Professional Resume
✅ Portal Upload
✅ Handle of EA Comment
✅ After Sale Service
✅ New Career Episode
✅ Reference Letters
✅ Explanation Letter
✅ Rewrite Service
