Other · ANZSCO 271311
Solicitor immigration to Australia & Canada
Solicitors advise clients and prepare legal documents. Recognised for skilled migration; admission assessment applies.
Australia pathway
Skilled migration (189 / 190 / 491)
Solicitor is assessed by State legal admission authority. 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 & category draws
Solicitor candidates can enter the Express Entry pool (FSW / CEC) and may benefit from category-based draws. You'll need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and qualifying language scores. We help optimise your CRS and prepare a document-ready profile.
Solicitor migration — common questions
Is Solicitor eligible for Australian skilled migration?
Solicitor is assessed by State legal admission authority for Australian skilled visas (subclass 189 Skilled Independent, 190 State Nominated, and 491 Regional). Recognised for skilled migration; admission assessment applies. Occupation lists and state nomination criteria change, so always confirm current eligibility with the Department of Home Affairs and the relevant assessing authority.
Can a Solicitor apply for Canada Express Entry?
Yes. Solicitor candidates can enter the Express Entry pool (Federal Skilled Worker or Canadian Experience Class) and may benefit from category-based draws when applicable. An Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and qualifying language scores are required. Eligibility depends on your full profile — book a free assessment to check your CRS position.
What documents does a Solicitor need for a skills assessment?
Typically: degree certificates and transcripts, detailed employment reference letters matching your duties, CV, English test results, and identity documents. ImmiPace reviews your documents and prepares a submission-ready file.