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OSCA 2024 · 264635 · Skill level 1

Otolaryngologist: OSCA 264635

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

Otolaryngologist is OSCA 2024 code 264635. It corresponds to ANZSCO 253515 Otorhinolaryngologist, which is on the CSOL and MLTSSL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

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ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 264635

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

  • ANZSCO 253515

    Otorhinolaryngologist

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

    Visas for ANZSCO 253515

The job

What an otolaryngologist does

Performs surgery to correct diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat.

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

Registration or licensing is required.

Also known as

  • Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist
  • Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon
  • Head and Neck Surgeon
  • Otorhinolaryngologist

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Examines patients and interprets diagnostic test and medical histories to determine the best surgical treatment
  • Diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat
  • Performs surgical procedures to correct ear, nose and throat conditions
  • Prescribes non-surgical treatments, medications and preventative advice for ear, nose and throat conditions

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Questions

OSCA 264635: common questions

What is the OSCA code for otolaryngologist?
The OSCA 2024 code is 264635 (Otolaryngologist), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 264635?
ANZSCO 253515 Otorhinolaryngologist. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Otolaryngologist on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 253515 Otorhinolaryngologist 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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