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OSCA 2024 · 599932 · Skill level 2

Customs Broker: OSCA 599932

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

Customs Broker is OSCA 2024 code 599932. It corresponds to ANZSCO 591212 Import-Export Clerk (in part), which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 599932

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

  • ANZSCO 591212 · in part

    Import-Export Clerk

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a customs broker does

Coordinates the import and export of products or commodities into and out of a country, arranges clearance of these products, and advises individuals and companies about international trade, entry procedures, valuation, classification and duties, biosecurity requirements, tariffs and taxes.

Skill level 2: Associate degree, advanced diploma or diploma, or at least 3 years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Provides organisations with information and paperwork to ship their goods out of the country, and helps businesses import goods successfully by clearing customs
  • Provides information to customers on custom tariffs, tariff classifications and concessions, and methods of clearing goods, and calculates storage and clearance charges
  • Ensures compliance with biosecurity and other requirements
  • Arranges permissions, licences or other approvals to ensure the smooth importation of particular types of goods

Questions

OSCA 599932: common questions

What is the OSCA code for customs broker?
The OSCA 2024 code is 599932 (Customs Broker), skill level 2. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 599932?
ANZSCO 591212 Import-Export Clerk (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Customs Broker on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Not under its ANZSCO equivalent: none is on the Home Affairs combined list checked on 21 October 2026. Another occupation may fit your duties better.
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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