ANZSCO 1.3 occupation

Data Entry Operator: ANZSCO code 532111

Data Entry Operator is occupation 532111 in ANZSCO 1.3, the classification Immigration New Zealand uses for most work visas and every Skilled Migrant Category application. It sits at ANZSCO skill level 4, in unit group 5321 Keyboard Operators.

ANZSCO code: 532111
Skill level: 4
Unit group: 5321 Keyboard Operators
Green List: No

Data Entry Operator: qualifications and experience required in New Zealand

ANZSCO places this occupation at skill level 4. For New Zealand, ANZSCO describes the qualifications and experience as:

NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification. At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Under the National Occupation List, code 532111 is "Data Entry Operator" at NOL skill level 4: NZQCF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (NZQCF Level 2-3/NOL Skill Level 4).

A skill level describes the occupation, not you. Immigration New Zealand matches a job to the single closest occupation, and the skill level comes from that occupation; more experience does not move an occupation to a higher level.

What does a data entry operator do?

Operates a keyboard to input and transfer data into a computer for storage, processing and transmission.

Tasks for unit group 5321 Keyboard Operators include:

Entering data and codes required to process information
Retrieving, confirming and updating data in storage and keeping records of data input
Taking verbatim records of proceedings in rapid shorthand using computerised equipment and shorthand-writing machines
Transcribing information recorded in shorthand and on sound recording equipment, and proofreading and correcting copy
Reading portions of transcripts during trials and other proceedings on request of Judges and other officials
Reproducing the spoken word, environmental sounds and song lyrics as captions for television programming, and the deaf and hearing impaired
Preparing reports, letters and similar material for publication and electronic transmission
Sorting outgoing material and preparing documents for transmission

Other job titles under ANZSCO 532111

Alternative titles and specialisations from ANZSCO, and job titles Stats NZ lists under the same code:

Data Processing Operator
Data Capture Officer
Data Compiler
Data Control Clerk
Data Services Officer
Electronic Data Processor
Data Processor

What skill level 4 means for New Zealand visas

Visa rule	For this occupation	More
Accredited Employer Work Visa: longest visa	Up to 3 years for skill level 4 and 5 roles.	AEWV guide
AEWV: evidence of English	Required for skill level 4 and 5 roles, with limited exemptions.	AEWV guide
Supporting a partner's visa	A higher wage threshold applies to skill level 4 and 5 roles, with exceptions for some care, transport and Green List roles.	Partner of a Worker
Skilled Migrant Category: Skilled Work Experience pathway	Not available: skill level 4 and 5 occupations are excluded.	Skilled Work Experience pathway
SMC red and amber lists	Not on either list.	INZ's lists
SMC Trades and Technician pathway	Not on INZ's list of eligible occupations.	INZ's list
Green List	No Green List role is listed under this code.	INZ's Green List

Rules as published by Immigration New Zealand. Lists synced 31 October 2026. Each visa has further requirements beyond skill level, including pay and work experience.

National Occupation List occupations for ANZSCO 532111

Stats NZ's National Occupation List is gradually replacing ANZSCO. These NOL occupations map to ANZSCO 532111. Immigration New Zealand accepts a NOL code only for an AEWV or job check, and only for occupations on its published list; for any other visa, use the ANZSCO code.

NOL code	NOL occupation	NOL skill level	INZ accepts for an AEWV
532111	Data Entry Operator	4	Not yet

More about this job in New Zealand

Stats NZ links this occupation to Tahatū, the government careers website, which has more about the work in New Zealand, including pay: Medical transcriptionist .

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Data Entry Operator?

Data Entry Operator is ANZSCO 1.3 occupation 532111, in unit group 5321 Keyboard Operators. Immigration New Zealand uses ANZSCO 1.3 for most work visa applications and all Skilled Migrant Category applications.

What skill level is Data Entry Operator?

ANZSCO skill level 4, where 1 is the most skilled and 5 the least. NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification. At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Is Data Entry Operator on the Green List?

No Green List role is listed under ANZSCO 532111 on Immigration New Zealand's Green List as at 31 October 2026.

Sources: ANZSCO version 1.3, Australian Bureau of Statistics, CC BY 4.0, synced 31 October 2026; National Occupation List V3.0.0, Stats NZ, CC BY 4.0, synced 1 November 2026; Immigration New Zealand occupation lists, synced 31 October 2026. This page reproduces published classifications and Immigration New Zealand's lists. It is general information, not immigration advice. ProVisas is a licensed New Zealand immigration advisory firm (IAA Licence 201301110).