Doctor Visa Route

Eligibility requirements

• 1Medical degree and AMC (Australian Medical Council) assessment
• 2Pass AMC Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) and Clinical Examination (or primary source verification for accredited schools)
• 3AHPRA provisional or full registration
• 4Superior English: IELTS 7.0 in each band for AMC/AHPRA
• 5Age under 45 (for points-based route) or employer sponsorship (482)

Document checklist

• Valid passport
• AMC assessment letter
• AHPRA registration evidence
• Medical degree and transcripts
• IELTS test results
• Internship/residency completion documents
• Police clearances
• Medical examination results

Step-by-step process

1. 1

   Apply to AMC for qualification assessment

2. 2

   Pass AMC CAT (Part 1) and Clinical Examination (Part 2) if required

3. 3

   Apply for AHPRA provisional registration

4. 4

   Create SkillSelect EOI or secure employer sponsorship (482 visa)

5. 5

   Receive invitation and lodge visa application

6. 6

   Complete biometrics and medical checks

7. 7

   Receive visa grant and undertake supervised practice