Other · ANZSCO 232111
Architect immigration to Australia & Canada
Architects design buildings and oversee construction for function and safety. Eligible across skilled programs; AACA assessment pathway applies.
Australia pathway
Skilled migration (189 / 190 / 491)
The Architects Accreditation Council of Australia assesses Architect (ANZSCO 232111) through the National Program of Assessment, which includes a review of your portfolio and an interview. A positive skills assessment is required before an Expression of Interest. Points cover age, English, education, and experience; state nomination (190) or regional (491) can add points.
Canada pathway
Express Entry & 2026 category draws
2026 category: General draws
Architecture is not reliably inside a 2026 category. Confirm with IRCC and plan around general rounds or provincial nomination. You will need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and qualifying language scores. We help optimise your CRS and prepare a document-ready profile.
Why Architect applications most often stall
AACA assessment is portfolio-based and takes considerably longer than a document review. Applicants underestimate the preparation and let English or other components expire mid-process.
Based on files ImmiPace has reviewed. Last reviewed 2026-08-29.
Architect migration — common questions
Is Architect eligible for Australian skilled migration?
Architect is assessed by AACA for Australian skilled visas (subclass 189 Skilled Independent, 190 State Nominated, and 491 Regional). The Architects Accreditation Council of Australia assesses Architect (ANZSCO 232111) through the National Program of Assessment, which includes a review of your portfolio and an interview. Occupation lists and state nomination criteria change, so always confirm current eligibility with the Department of Home Affairs and the relevant assessing authority.
Which Canada Express Entry category does a Architect fall under in 2026?
Architect generally falls under General draws. Architecture is not reliably inside a 2026 category. Confirm with IRCC and plan around general rounds or provincial nomination. For renewed categories IRCC requires at least one year of experience in an eligible occupation. Category eligibility can matter more than raising your CRS score, because category rounds frequently invite below the general cut-off.
Do I need registration or a licence to work as a Architect in Australia?
Using the title 'architect' in Australia requires registration with a state or territory architects board — a separate process from migration. Registration and the migration skills assessment are separate processes with separate requirements, and passing one does not satisfy the other.
Why do Architect skilled migration applications get refused or delayed?
AACA assessment is portfolio-based and takes considerably longer than a document review. Applicants underestimate the preparation and let English or other components expire mid-process.
What documents does a Architect need for a skills assessment?
Typically: degree certificates and transcripts, detailed employment reference letters matching the duties of the nominated occupation, CV, English test results, and identity documents. ImmiPace reviews your documents and prepares a submission-ready file.