TRA Skill Assessment -Your Pathway to Australian Skilled Migration

Do you want to immigrate to Australia as a tradesperson? The first step for a successful skilled migration journey is the TRA (Trades Recognition Australia) Skill Assessment. TRA helps you establish that your training and experience meet Australian requirements and whether you are a carpenter, electrician, mechanic or chef.

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    What is the TRA Skill Assessment?

    Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) is an approved assessing authority for trade occupations under Australia’s General Skilled Migration (GSM) programme and assesses whether your skills, qualifications and experience align with industry standards in Australia.

    TRA offers a number of assessment programmes based on your occupation, training country, and migration goals.

    Official Recognition

    Government-authorized assessment ensuring your skills meet Australian trade standards.

    Skills Verification

    Comprehensive evaluation of your trade qualifications and work experience.

    Migration Pathways

    Essential requirement for various Australian skilled migration visa programs.

    Who Needs TRA Skill Assessment?

    Curious if your visa path requires a TRA skills assessment? Let’s find out how it applies to your Australian migration journey!

    Skilled Independent visa (189)

    Skilled Nominated visa (190)

    Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (491)

    Employer-sponsored visas

    Temporary Graduate visa (485)

    TRA Skill Assessment Pathways

    There are five main TRA assessment programmes, each designed for different applicant types:

    1. Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA)

    This was designed for new international graduates of Australian Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) applying for a subclass 485 visa.

    2. Job Ready Program (JRP)

    This is a four-stage process for international students who have completed a trade qualification while studying in Australia and are seeking permanent residency.

    3. Migration Skills Assessment (MSA)

    This is for people who obtained their qualification and work experience overseas and are applying for permanent skilled migration.

    4. Trades Recognition Service (TRS)

    This is for an individual wanting recognition of their trade skills for licensing or employment purposes and not necessarily for migration.

    5. Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP)

    This program is for passport holders from particular countries applying for certain trades. The assessment takes into account both a document review and a practical skills assessment.

    Documents Required for TRA Skill Assessment

    While specific document requirements vary based on the pathway, common documents include

    • Passport Bio-data Page
    • Qualification Certificates And Transcripts
    • Employment Evidence (Payslips, Reference Letters)
    • Resume/CV
    • Photos And Identity Documents
    • Trade Licensing or Registration (if applicable)

    We work with you to organize, format, and verify your documents to comply with TRA requirements.

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    Popular Occupations Assessed by TRA

    TRA conducts skills assessments for many well-known and widely practiced occupations, including the following:

    • Chef and Cook
    • Electrician
    • Carpenter and Joiner
    • Plumber
    • Auto Mechanic
    • Welder
    • Metal Fabricator
    • Hairdresser
    • Air-conditioning Mechanic
    • Diesel Motor Mechanic
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    A TRA (Trades Recognition Australia) Skill Assessment involves the assessment of your trade qualifications and experience and is needed for skilled migration to Australia.

    International tradespeople, who are applying for a skilled visa (e.g. Subclass 189, 190, or 485) and work in an occupation assessed by TRA.

    TRA assesses many occupations, including electricians, chefs, carpenters, plumbers, mechanics, hairdressers and welders.

    TRA offers a number of Skills Assessment Programs:

    • Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA) – for 485 visa 
    • Job Ready Program (JRP) – for international graduates
    • Migration Skills Assessment (MSA) – for offshore applicants
    • Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP)
    • Trades Recognition Service (TRS)

    You normally need:

    • Trade qualification certificates
    • Reference letters Payslips/employment records 
    • ID documents
    • CV/Resume 
    • Make sure you have all your documents organised and as compliant as possible with TRA standards.

    Processing times vary by program. On average, the assessment takes 8–16 weeks depending on your application and the quality of the documentation you submitted.

    Once you receive a positive skills assessment outcome from TRA, you can use this information as part of your application for a skilled migration visa.

    The JRP is a structured four-step pathway for international students in Australia who want to gain a permanent residency. The JRP includes job placement and workplace assessments.
     
    Absolutely! We provide specialist TRA consultation services, document preparation, and step-by-step assistance to help ensure your assessment application is successful.