General Practitioners
ANZSCO 253111 — primary care doctors in critical shortage across regional and metropolitan Australia.
Australia PR · Skills assessment guide
Medical Board of Australia & AMC: Doctor PR Pathways
For international medical graduates (IMGs) migrating to Australia, skills assessment and registration are governed by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) and Medical Board of Australia (supported by AHPRA). MovesEdu provides immigration guidance for overseas doctors.
Please note: MovesEdu provides migration advisory services. We do not administer AMC examinations or Medical Board registration.
Section 01
What are AMC and MBA?
The Australian Medical Council assesses overseas medical qualifications, while the Medical Board of Australia grants medical practitioner registration.
Medical Specialists
ANZSCO 2533 — surgeons, anaesthetists, paediatricians assessed via relevant Specialist Medical Colleges.
AMC Examinations
Standard pathway requires AMC MCQ examination and AMC Clinical Examination or workplace-based assessment.
Competent Authority Pathway
Fast-track for doctors with recognized training in the UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, or New Zealand.
Assessment criteria, occupation lists and requirements are set by Medical Board of Australia & Australian Medical Council and the Australian Government and are subject to change without notice. Always verify current requirements on the official website before applying.
Section 02
What MBA / AMC assesses
Doctor Assessment Pathways
Medical Pathways to Australia
| Pathway | Target Candidates |
|---|---|
| Competent Authority Pathway | Doctors who completed examinations/training through PLAB (UK), USMLE (USA), MCCQE (Canada), etc. |
| Standard Pathway | International medical graduates sitting AMC MCQ and Clinical exams. |
| Specialist Pathway | Overseas-trained specialists seeking comparable specialist recognition through the respective Australian Specialist College. |
Indicative only. Your eligibility depends on your specific qualification, role and years of experience matched against the current ANZSCO occupation description.
Section 03
Who can apply?
Doctors must hold a recognized primary qualification in medicine and surgery and satisfy English and verification standards.
Primary Medical Qualification: Degree from a medical school listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
Primary Source Verification: Verification via EPIC (ECFMG) of all medical credentials.
English Proficiency: OET (Grade B each sub-test) or IELTS Academic (7.0 each band).
Section 04
Required documents checklist
Document requirements vary by occupation and individual profile. A personalised checklist is prepared after a professional profile review.
- Passport identification pages
- Primary Medical Qualification (MBBS / MD) degree certificate
- EPIC verification report from ECFMG
- Medical council registration / license to practice from home country
- OET or IELTS Academic scorecard
- Certificate of Good Standing from current medical licensing council
Section 05
The assessment process, step by step
How a MBA / AMC application moves from profile review to outcome.
- 01
EPIC Account Setup
Upload primary medical credentials to ECFMG EPIC for primary source verification.
- 02
AMC Portfolio
Establish AMC candidate account and link EPIC verified documents.
- 03
Assessment / Registration
Complete relevant pathway (Competent Authority, Specialist College, or AMC exams).
- 04
Visa Lodgement
Lodge EOI and visa application with priority processing under Ministerial Direction 105.
Section 06
Processing time
Primary source verification typically takes 4–8 weeks; specialist college assessments vary from 2–6 months.
Section 07
Fees
Published MBA / AMC rates, as at July 2026. Figures exclude visa charges and MovesEdu professional service fees.
AMC / Verification Fees (Approx AUD)
| Item | Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|
| AMC Candidate Portfolio Setup | $600 AUD |
| AMC MCQ Examination | $3,165 AUD |
Fees are subject to change without notice — always confirm current fees on www.amc.org.au before applying.
Section 08
Common reasons for a negative outcome
A negative or partial result can significantly affect your points score and visa eligibility — which is why accurate preparation from the outset matters.
- Medical school not recognized in World Directory of Medical Schools
- Inability to verify credentials through ECFMG EPIC
- Lapsed Certificate of Good Standing from local medical council
Section 09
Why choose MovesEdu Immigration?
MovesEdu helps healthcare professionals coordinate migration timelines alongside AHPRA / AMC milestones.
Specialist Healthcare Focus: Navigating Ministerial Direction 105 priority allocations
Regional State Nomination: Mapping Doctor vacancies in regional Victoria, NSW, and WA
MovesEdu Immigration is an independent migration consultancy. We are not Medical Board of Australia & Australian Medical Council, the Department of Home Affairs, or any Australian government body, and we do not determine or influence assessment outcomes.
Section 10 · Frequently asked questions
MBA / AMC, answered.
Yes. Medical practitioners and registered nurses are prioritized under Ministerial Direction 105 by the Department of Home Affairs, resulting in fast-track visa decisions.
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