Question 1

How long does AHPRA registration take for an internationally trained specialist?

Accepted Answer

For most internationally trained specialists with qualifications that are directly comparable to Australian standards, AHPRA registration typically takes between eight and 16 weeks from the point of a complete, correctly submitted application. Our regulatory team submits pre-audited applications, meaning we catch errors before they cause delays. Doctors with complex training pathways, such as non-standard specialties or qualifications from certain countries, may require additional assessment steps.

Question 2

Do I need to sit the AMC exam as an internationally trained doctor?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily. The requirement to sit the Australian Medical Council (AMC) examination depends on your country of training and your specialty. Doctors from the UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Canada and the USA are often eligible for a primary source verification pathway that bypasses the AMC exam. Specialists may be assessed directly by their specialist college, such as RACP, RACS or RACGP. In a free consultation, our regulatory team will assess your specific situation and tell you exactly which IMG pathway applies to you.

Question 3

Can I bring my family to Australia when I come to work as a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most work visas for medical professionals, including the TSS 482 and ENS 186, include provisions for dependent family members, covering a spouse or partner and children under 18. Your family members named on your visa application can live, study and in some cases work in Australia. Our registered migration agents manage dependent visa applications alongside your primary application at no additional coordination cost.

Question 4

What is the difference between full AHPRA registration and limited registration?

Accepted Answer

Full registration allows you to practise independently in Australia without supervision. Limited registration is a provisional category, typically granted when a doctor is completing assessment processes or has conditions on their practice. Our regulatory team will advise on the appropriate registration category for your circumstances and work with you to achieve full registration as quickly as possible.

Question 5

How does the Wavelength recruitment process work?

Accepted Answer

You register a vacancy or get in touch with our team, and a specialty-specific consultant takes it from there, sourcing, screening and credentialing candidates before presenting you with a short list of doctors we would personally recommend.

FAQs

Health Professionals

How long does AHPRA registration take for an internationally trained specialist?

Do I need to sit the AMC exam as an internationally trained doctor?

Can I bring my family to Australia when I come to work as a doctor?

What is the difference between full AHPRA registration and limited registration?

Employers

How does the Wavelength recruitment process work?