This is what a positive ACS Outcome Letter looks like

Receiving your Outcome Letter from the Australian Computer Society (ACS) is one of the most anticipated moments in the Skills Assessment Australia process for technology professionals.

That letter is much more than a document: it's official confirmation that your training and experience have been recognized in Australia. And if the magic phrase appears:

“Your skills have been assessed to be suitable…”, it means you achieved a positive result. 🎉

In this article, we show you what a positive Outcome Letter issued by ACS looks like, based on a recent real-life case study, and we explain what each part means.

🧠 What is the ACS and what does it assess?

The Australian Computer Society (ACS) is the official body responsible for assessing the skills of ICT (Information and Communications Technology) professionals for immigration purposes in Australia.

They assess both your studies and your professional experience to determine if you meet Australian standards and if your profile corresponds to one of the occupations listed in the ANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations).

💡 The case: a systems engineer recognized as an ICT Support Engineer (ANZSCO 263212)

The professional assessed had a degree in Systems Engineering and Computer Science from Colombia and submitted his application for assessment to the ACS in March 2025.

The result, received on April 9, 2025, was positive, and the candidate was officially recognized under the occupation:

🟢 ICT Support Engineer – ANZSCO 263212

📘 Recognized academic level: AQF Bachelor's Degree with a Major in Information and Communication Technology

🎓 Institution assessed: University

📅 Degree completed: October 2015

This means that Their university degree was considered equivalent to an Australian Bachelor's Degree, and their work experience demonstrated the skills required to work as an IT support engineer in Australia.

📋 Work experience recognized by the ACS:

The Outcome Letter details the work periods accepted as "closely related" to the assessed ANZSCO code. In this case, more than five years of professional experience were recognized, both inside and outside of Australia:

Period	Company	Position	Location	Duration
Jun 2022 – Apr 2024	TechWave Solutions Pty Ltd	ICT Support Engineer	Australia 🇦🇺	1 year 10 months
Dec 2015 – Jan 2018	SoftVision LATAM SAS	Systems Analyst	Outside Australia 🌎	2 years 2 months
Jan 2018 – Jul 2019	GlobalTech Innovations	Software Engineer	Outside Australia 🌎	1 year 6 months
Dec 2019 – Aug 2021	CodeBridge Consulting	Software Engineer (Freelance)	Outside Australia 🌎	1 year 8 months

👉 In total, the ACS recognized more than 6 years of relevant experience, demonstrating a solid track record in technical support and software development.

📑 What a positive ACS Outcome Letter looks like.

An official ACS approval letter includes the following elements:

Official header and ACS reference

Case number (for example: ACS-0020431)

Issue date

Applicant's personal details.

Key phrase for positive outcome:

“Your skills have been assessed to be suitable against the requirements for ANZSCO code [XXXXXX].” This line confirms that your assessment was passed.

Details of your academic qualification:

Name of degree.

Institution and country of study.

Completion date.

Equivalence according to the Australian system (AQF Bachelor Degree, Major in ICT).

Work experience assessed:

Exact dates, company name, position, and country.

Classification as “Closely Related” or “Not Closely Related.”

Signature of the ACS Migration Pathways Director

In this case, Elizabeth Gregg, along with the organization's digital seal.

Period of validity:

The letter is valid for 24 months from the date of issue.

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🧭 What does this result mean (and what's next)?

A positive ACS Outcome indicates that your profile has been recognized as suitable for work in Australia within the technology sector. With this document, you can move on to the next stages of the immigration process:

🔹 Register your Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect. 🔹 Apply for a skilled visa such as 189, 190, or 491. 🔹 Claim points for your education and professional experience.

📎 More information: homeaffairs.gov.au – Skilled Occupation List

🧩 Keys to a positive ACS result

1️⃣ Prepare complete and consistent documentation. Your experience must match the duties of the ANZSCO code you are applying for.

2️⃣ Have all your documents translated by certified NAATI translators. Any document in Spanish (employment letters, degrees, certificates) must be officially translated.

3️⃣ Consult with professionals who understand the ACS criteria. At SkillsPRO, we guide you through every step: from choosing the right code to writing your employment letters and reviewing your evidence.

Receiving a positive ACS Outcome Letter is the step that turns your years of experience and study into a real professional opportunity in Australia.

Each name, code, and date in that letter represents hours of effort, discipline, and a dream come true. If you're about to begin this process, or if you want to maximize your chances of success, the SkillsPRO team is ready to help you.

At SkillsPRO, with our experience in Skills Assessment, we help professionals design the most effective strategy for their migration, minimizing costs and maximizing visa and employment opportunities in Australia.

Our services include:

✔️ Review and preparation of all required documents.

✔️ NAATI-certified translations of your academic and relevant documents.

✔️ Comprehensive guidance on what documents are essential for your specific occupation.

✔️ Free consultation to help you understand your case and provide the best options – Book your free consultation here

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