Other · ANZSCO 232411
Graphic Designer immigration to Australia & Canada
Graphic designers create visual content for print and digital media. Eligible under skilled programs; VETASSESS assessment applies.
Australia pathway
Skilled migration (189 / 190 / 491)
VETASSESS assesses Graphic Designer (ANZSCO 232411), requiring a highly relevant qualification and employment at the required level. 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
Outside the 2026 categories; general rounds or nomination apply. You will need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and qualifying language scores. We help optimise your CRS and prepare a document-ready profile.
Why Graphic Designer applications most often stall
Freelance portfolios do not satisfy the employment requirement on their own. VETASSESS needs verifiable third-party employment evidence with dates, hours and duties.
Based on files ImmiPace has reviewed. Last reviewed 2026-08-29.
Graphic Designer migration — common questions
Is Graphic Designer eligible for Australian skilled migration?
Graphic Designer is assessed by VETASSESS for Australian skilled visas (subclass 189 Skilled Independent, 190 State Nominated, and 491 Regional). VETASSESS assesses Graphic Designer (ANZSCO 232411), requiring a highly relevant qualification and employment at the required level. 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 Graphic Designer fall under in 2026?
Graphic Designer generally falls under General draws. Outside the 2026 categories; general rounds or nomination apply. 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.
Why do Graphic Designer skilled migration applications get refused or delayed?
Freelance portfolios do not satisfy the employment requirement on their own. VETASSESS needs verifiable third-party employment evidence with dates, hours and duties.
What documents does a Graphic Designer 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.