Australia considers offshore recognition of migrant skills to reduce cost and delays

Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke speaks at the National Press Club of Australia in Canberra, Thursday, October 16, 2025. Source: AAP / LUKAS COCH/AAPIMAGE

Australia is exploring the recognition of migrants’ skills offshore before they arrive, aiming to reduce cost and delays as well as help them secure jobs aligned with their qualifications. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says the initiative could bring benefits to both migrants and the broader economy. At least 620,000 permanent migrants are working below their skill level in Australia, according to government figures.

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Published 21 October 2025 1:13pm

Updated 21 October 2025 2:56pm

By Wing Kuang

Presented by Swati Sharma

Source: SBS

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Australia is exploring the recognition of migrants’ skills offshore before they arrive, aiming to reduce cost and delays as well as help them secure jobs aligned with their qualifications. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says the initiative could bring benefits to both migrants and the broader economy. At least 620,000 permanent migrants are working below their skill level in Australia, according to government figures.

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