How to apply

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The application process described below is for the assessment of your skilled employment for migration purposes under the following ANZSCO occupations:

  • Accountant (General) ANZSCO code 221111
  • Management Accountant ANZSCO code 221112
  • Taxation Accountant ANZSCO code 221113
  • External Auditor ANZSCO code 221213
  • Finance Manager ANZSCO code 132211
  • Corporate Treasurer ANZSCO code 221212

You should visit the Department of Immigration & Citizenship (DIAC) website for information on the General Skilled Migration (GSM) point system applicable to each ANZSCO code occupation. 

NOTE: DIAC will not allocate any points to occupations from 1 July 2011 onward when the New Points System comes into effect. 

To apply to have your skilled employment assessed:

  • Download the Assessment for Skilled Employment Application Form.
  • Read the Information Section and obtain certified copies of the required documents.
  • Complete and lodge the form and the required documents, with the assessment fee, to the address shown on the form (Note: Applications cannot be lodged electronically).

On receipt of your application, the Institute of Public Accountants will acknowledge receipt in writing. This acknowledgement letter will also give you a file reference number. Please quote this reference every time you contact us.  If you have had your qualifications assessed by IPA, please quote the QAI reference that has been allocated to you. 

On completion of the assessment, the IPA will issue you or your nominee written confirmation of the assessment outcome.

We are unable to provide confirmation to parties other than you or your approved nominees.

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The assessment fee of AUD150 may be paid as:

  • An overseas Bank Draft.  The draft should be made payable to the Institute of Public Accountants and nominate a corresponding Australian bank through which payment can be processed;
  • An Australian bank cheque or Australia Post Money Order made payable to the Institute of Public Accountants; or
  • A Credit Card

The assessment fee is not subject to Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Refunds

Provided the IPA has not commenced with any work on your application, a refund of the total amount less an administration fee of AUD30 may be possible.

Please note that your application and documents will not be returned.
 

Fees and charges

Standard Assessment - AUD400
Fast Track Assessment - AUD600
GSM Assessment  - AUD80 (applies only to international students applying onshore, who hold a Graduate (Temporary) visa (sub-class 485) and have now completed SMIPA or the IELTS Academic English).
Reassessment Fee - AUD160
Skilled Employment Assessment - AUD150
Replacement of Assessment Letter - AUD55 (certified true copy only)
Administrative Charges - AUD30

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