Sportspersons nec (ANZSCO 452499)
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What a Sportspersons nec does
This occupation groups covers Sportspersons not elsewhere classified. This occupation group requires high levels of physical fitness, sporting ability and personal commitment as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
- Includes
- Athlete, Cricketer, Cyclist, Harness Racing Driver, Racing Driver, Surfer, Tennis Player
Key facts
- ANZSCO code
- 452499
- Assessing authority
- VETASSESS
Visa options
Occupation eligibility is one requirement; each visa page links to the rest.
Points-tested
- Subclass 189 Skilled IndependentNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
- Subclass 190 Skilled NominatedVia STSOLEligible
- Subclass 491, state or territory nominatedVia STSOL and ROLEligible
- Subclass 491, family sponsoredNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
Employer-sponsored
- Subclass 482 Skills in Demand, Core Skills streamNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
- Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme, Direct Entry streamNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
Main tasks
- maintaining a high degree of expertise in a particular sport
- attending regular practice sessions and undertaking private training to maintain the required standard of fitness
- deciding on strategies in consultation with coaches
- assessing other competitors and conditions at venues
- competing in sporting events
- adhering to the rules and regulations associated with a specific sport
- promoting water safety awareness and undertaking rescue of persons in difficulty in the water
- undertaking sports promotional activities and television appearances
State and territory nomination
For the 190 and 491, each state and territory also has its own occupation list.
Common questions
What does a Sportspersons nec do?
This occupation groups covers Sportspersons not elsewhere classified. This occupation group requires high levels of physical fitness, sporting ability and personal commitment as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience. Registration or licensing may be required. (ABS ANZSCO description.)
Is Sportspersons nec on the skilled occupation list?
Yes. Sportspersons nec (ANZSCO 452499) is on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and Regional Occupation List (ROL) (lists in force from 14 December 2024). It is listed for the 190, 491 and 494 visas.
What is the ANZSCO code for Sportspersons nec?
452499. Home Affairs uses ANZSCO codes for skilled visas.
How can a Sportspersons nec migrate to Australia?
The occupation lists Home Affairs publishes include Sportspersons nec for the Subclass 190, Subclass 491 and Subclass 494 visas. Being on a list is one requirement among several; each visa's page links to Home Affairs for the rest.
Who assesses Sportspersons nec for an Australian visa?
VETASSESS, the skills assessing authority listed for 452499.