Australia
Pharmacist Visa Route
Skilled Independent (189) / Skilled Nominated (190)
AHPRA registration requires passing the KAPS exam or equivalent; community pharmacy roles are widely available.
Minimum Salary
A$100,000
Processing Time
12–20 weeks
Path to PR
Immediate PR
Job Offer
Not required
Language requirement:
Competent English (IELTS 7.0 for AHPRA)
Eligibility requirements
- 1Pharmacy degree and AHPRA registration (via Australian Pharmacy Council assessment or KAPS exam)
- 2IELTS 7.0 per band for AHPRA
- 3Minimum 65 points
- 4Age under 45
Document checklist
- Valid passport
- AHPRA registration evidence
- KAPS examination results (if applicable)
- Pharmacy degree and transcripts
- IELTS test results
- Police clearances
- Medical examination results
Step-by-step process
- 1
Apply to AHPRA for overseas pharmacist registration assessment
- 2
Pass KAPS (Knowledge and Skills Assessment for Pharmacists) if required
- 3
Achieve IELTS 7.0 per band
- 4
Calculate points and submit EOI in SkillSelect
- 5
Receive invitation and lodge visa application
- 6
Complete medical and police checks
Official source
Always verify requirements directly with the official Australia immigration authority.
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