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OSCA 2024 · 241231 · Skill level 1

Cartographer: OSCA 241231

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Cartographer is OSCA 2024 code 241231. It corresponds to ANZSCO 232213 Cartographer, which is on the CSOL and MLTSSL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 241231

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 232213

    Cartographer

    On the Core Skills Occupation List, Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List.

    Visas for ANZSCO 232213

The job

What a cartographer does

Applies scientific, mathematical and cartographic design principles to prepare and revise maps, charts and other forms of cartographic output.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Collects, researches and analyses geographic data for map and chart creation
  • Utilises geographic information systems (GIS) to organise and analyse spatial data
  • Creates and updates digital maps and charts using computer software
  • Prepares reports and presentations for cartographic communication

Questions

OSCA 241231: common questions

What is the OSCA code for cartographer?
The OSCA 2024 code is 241231 (Cartographer), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 241231?
ANZSCO 232213 Cartographer. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Cartographer on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 232213 Cartographer is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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