Minister of Religion – ANZSCO 272211

Minister of Religion (ANZSCO 272211) is a skill level 1 occupation assessed by the assessing authority for Australian skilled migration. It is on the STSOL list and can be used for subclass 407.

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Quick facts

ANZSCO code: 272211
Skill level: 1 – Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Assessing authority: Not specified
Occupation lists: STSOL
English test for skills assessment: Check with the authority
ANZSCO unit group: 2722 Ministers of Religion

Minister of Religion job description and duties

Performs spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of a religious faith, and provides motivation, guidance and training in religious life for the people of a congregation or parish, and the wider community. This occupation requires high levels of personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience. Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations: Aboriginal Ceremonial Celebrant, Chaplain, Imam, Monk, Priest, Rabbi, Salvation Army Officer

Tasks include

Preparing and conducting services of public worship and acknowledgments of faith
Preparing and delivering sermons, homilies and special talks, and planning music for services
Participating in the social and welfare activities of communities, encouraging people to be aware of their responsibilities, and organising participation in community projects
Conducting classes of religious instruction, and supervising prayer and discussion groups, retreats and seminars
Conducting premarital and family counselling and referring people to professional service agencies where necessary
Performing marriages, funerals and special memorial services according to tradition and ecclesiastical and civil law
Visiting members of the community in their homes, hospitals and other institutions to provide advice and religious comfort
Keeping records as required by the church and civil law

Education and skill level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. The occupation in this unit group requires high levels of personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.

Visa options for Minister of Religion

Eligible means the occupation is on a list the visa accepts. You still need to meet every other requirement.

Subclass 189 Skilled Independent: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL)
Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional – State/Territory nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
Subclass 491F Skilled Work Regional – Family sponsored: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate – Post-Vocational Education Work: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
Subclass 482 Skills in Demand – Core Skills stream: Not eligible (via CSOL)
Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme – Direct Entry: Not eligible (via CSOL)
Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional – Employer sponsored: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
Subclass 407 Training visa: Eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)

State and territory nomination for Minister of Religion

This occupation is not on the federal lists for the 190 or 491 visas, so no state or territory can nominate it. Employer-sponsored visas may still apply.

Skills assessment for Minister of Religion

This authority assesses whether your qualifications (and, for some occupations, registration or work experience) meet the Australian standard for this occupation. Requirements are set by the authority and approved by the Department of Home Affairs.

The process

Confirm the authority: Check that this body assesses your occupation for your visa.
Check criteria: Read the qualification, registration, experience and English requirements.
Prepare documents: Qualifications, transcripts, ID and any registration or employment evidence.
Apply and pay: Lodge with the authority, usually online.
Outcome: Use your outcome letter for your EOI and visa.

What you need for this occupation

the relevant assessing authority sets the criteria for this occupation. Requirements usually cover qualification level and field, any registration or licence, and in some cases work experience and English.

Documents checklist

Passport
Qualification certificates and full transcripts
Registration or licence evidence (if applicable)
Employment references (if applicable)
English test results (if required)

English language requirement

For the the assessing authority skills assessment

the assessing authority sets its own English rule for this occupation. Many professional and registration bodies ask for IELTS Academic 7 or equivalent, so check before you book a test.

For the visa (189, 190 and 491)

Separately, the visa needs at least Competent English. Minimum scores for tests taken on or after 7 August 2025:

IELTS (Academic or General): Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0
PTE Academic: Listening 47, Reading 48, Writing 51, Speaking 54
TOEFL iBT: Listening 16, Reading 16, Writing 19, Speaking 19
OET: Listening 290, Reading 310, Writing 290, Speaking 330

Proficient English adds 10 points and Superior English adds 20 points in the points test.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Minister of Religion?

The ANZSCO code for Minister of Religion is 272211. It is a skill level 1 occupation.

Who assesses Minister of Religion for Australian migration?

Minister of Religion is assessed by the assessing authority. You need a positive skills assessment before you can apply for most skilled visas.

Which Australian visas can a Minister of Religion apply for?

Minister of Religion is on the STSOL list, so it can be used for: 407 Training visa. You must still meet every other visa requirement.

Do I need an English test for the Minister of Religion skills assessment?

The assessing authority sets its own English rule; check its website. The visa itself needs at least Competent English (for example IELTS 6 in each band).

Sources: Australian Bureau of Statistics ANZSCO 2022 (CC BY 4.0), Department of Home Affairs skilled occupation lists, the relevant assessing authority and state and territory nomination pages. Checked November 2026. General information only, not migration advice. Search all ANZSCO occupations.