Australia immigration for doctors

Australia is known for its universal healthcare system. To live up to these standards, Australia requires skilled healthcare professionals. There are many job opportunities for doctors in this sector. International doctors can apply for anesthesia, psychiatry, diagnostic radiology, obstetrics and gynecology, and emergency medicine jobs.
 

Australia offers multiple immigration pathways for skilled doctors with qualifications equivalent to Australian standards. The assessment is also applicable to international students who have pursued their medical studies in Australia.
 

The healthcare sector's job roles are listed in the SOL, or Skilled Occupation List. You must have a job role listed in SOL to apply for an Australian work visa and practice in Australia.
 

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How can I migrate to Australia as a Doctor?

You can migrate to Australia as a Doctor through several pathways. Some of the popular pathways are given below.

Visa category	Description
Temporary skilled worker visa (subclass 482)	This visa is popular among medical practitioners for Australian immigration. To be eligible for this visa, you must be sponsored by an Australian hospital or medical practice. The visa remains valid as long as you work for the Australia-based sponsor.
Skilled Independent visa (Subclass visa 189)	To be eligible for this visa, the individual must be under 44 years old and have general and specialized registration in Australia. This visa uses a points-based system to assess applicants.
Skilled nominated visa (Subclass 190)	The Australian State or territory must nominate the applicant to be eligible for this visa.
Skilled regional visa (Subclass 491)	The skilled regional visa requires the applicant to be nominated by an Australian state or territory or an eligible family member.
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa	The Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa is aimed at skilled foreign workers that Australia-based employers sponsor.
Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa	This visa facilitates skilled foreign workers' ability to live and work in Australia indefinitely. The applicant must be nominated by their Australia-based employer.
Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)	The visa is for international students who have graduated from a designated learning institute in Australia. This visa facilitates international students to extend their stay in Australia and look for employment. It is valid for 2 years.
Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417 or 462)	Foreign doctors between 30 and 35 can apply for the Australian Working Holiday Visa to work temporarily in Australia.

 

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Job Roles for International Doctors in Australia

Detailed information about the job roles for doctors in Australia is given below.

Job Role	OSCA Code
General Medicine Physician	264331
Medical Oncologist	264338
Paediatrician	264343
Public Health Physician	264344
Respiratory Physician	264345
Physicians nec	264399
Emergency Medicine Specialist	264932
Radiologist	264937
Medical Practitioners nec	264999
Cardiologist	264332
Neurologist	264342

 

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Requirements for Australia Immigration as a Doctor

The documents required to migrate to Australia as a Doctor is given below. You must have:

• Recognition of your medical degree by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) and the World Directory of Medical Schools.
• Positive Australia Skills Assessment Report
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Proof of having the required English Language Proficiency
• Duly filled visa application form
• A valid passport
• Police Clearance certificate
• Character certificate
• Good health certificate
   

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