ICT · ANZSCO 261314
Software Tester immigration to Australia & Canada
Software testers design and run tests to ensure software quality. Recognised across skilled streams; ACS assessment applies.
Australia pathway
Skilled migration (189 / 190 / 491)
ACS assesses Software Tester (ANZSCO 261314) with the standard experience deduction. 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: STEM occupations
Within the renewed STEM category for 2026. You will need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and qualifying language scores. We help optimise your CRS and prepare a document-ready profile.
Why Software Tester applications most often stall
Manual testing alone often reads as below the professional skill level. Test strategy, automation frameworks, and defect-lifecycle ownership are what carry a positive outcome for this code.
Based on files ImmiPace has reviewed. Last reviewed 2026-08-29.
Software Tester migration — common questions
Is Software Tester eligible for Australian skilled migration?
Software Tester is assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS) for Australian skilled visas (subclass 189 Skilled Independent, 190 State Nominated, and 491 Regional). ACS assesses Software Tester (ANZSCO 261314) with the standard experience deduction. 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 Software Tester fall under in 2026?
Software Tester generally falls under STEM occupations. Within the renewed STEM category for 2026. 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 Software Tester skilled migration applications get refused or delayed?
Manual testing alone often reads as below the professional skill level. Test strategy, automation frameworks, and defect-lifecycle ownership are what carry a positive outcome for this code.
What documents does a Software Tester 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.