EPIC validates your identity as well as medical credentials, ensuring their authenticity for physicians and organisations globally. Utilising ECFMG’s renowned primary-source verification process, EPIC confirms details such as medical education, training, and registration/licensure. Its web-based platform provides secure, convenient, and efficient services, reflecting the high standards set by ECFMG Certification.
Purpose: Verify your identity and Medical Credentials. You must nominate the Australian Medical Council (AMC) to receive an EPIC Report for each credential
Timeframe: 4 weeks
Cost: EPIC Account Establishment & ID Verification USD $130.00 | Credential Verification USD $100.00 each
Useful Links:
Confirm your identity with EPIC
Required Credentials
Create new/Login to existing EPIC Account
Top Tip: Record your EPIC ID before progressing to the next step
The AMC sets national standards for medical education and assessment to protect the health of the Australian community. It oversees medical education, training, and assessment, setting accreditation standards, evaluating programs and international medical graduates, and collaborates with government bodies to maintain high standards.
Purpose: The AMC will verify all qualifications for the Australian Specialist Colleges and the Medical Board of Australia
Timeframe: 2 weeks
Cost: AMC Account AUD $642.00 | Additional Qualifications AUD $107.00
Useful Links:
Review the AMC Candidate Account Guide
Set up your online AMC portfolio
Top Tip: You will be unable to progress through Step 2 or Step 3 without an AMC Portfolio
Purpose: To practice as a health practitioner in Australia, you need to prove your English proficiency to ensure safe practice.
To qualify for initial registration, you must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following methods:
English is your primary language, and you completed all your primary and secondary education, as well as tertiary qualifications in the relevant professional discipline in English in a recognised country, or
You have a combination of secondary education and tertiary qualifications, including at least two years of secondary education and tertiary qualifications, all taught and assessed solely in English, in a recognised country, or
You have completed at least six years of continuous education, including tertiary qualifications, taught, and assessed solely in English in any recognised country, to support your eligibility for registration under the National Law, or
You meet the specific test score requirements in one of the following English language exams. The below English language tests are accepted by AHPRA. For more information about the tests, please refer to the providers website linked below
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English Test |
Test Fee Estimate |
Required Score |
Expiry |
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AUD $445.00 |
7+ |
2 years |
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AUD $587.00 |
B+ |
2 years |
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AUD $445.00 |
65 |
2 years |
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AUD $420.00 |
94 |
2 years |
The Medical Board of Australia will accept two test sittings within a 6-month period, provided that they meet the minimum score requirement outlined in the Registration Standard.
Useful Links:
Top Tip: Book your test as soon as possible. If you have already completed your test, is it still valid?
The PEP Specialist Stream offers international General Practitioners an opportunity to have their curriculum, training, examinations, and experience assessed in comparison to that of an Australian Specialist.
Purpose: To be assessed by the college as either substantially or partially comparable on the PEP Specialist Pathway, based on your qualifications and experience
Timeframe: 6-10 weeks
Cost:
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PEP Specialist Stream Fees and Charges as of June 2024 |
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Comparability application |
AUD$575.00 |
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PEP Specialist Program fee |
AUD$11,900.00 (payable at Part C) |
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RACGP Membership fee |
AUD$600.00 (annual fee) |
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Additional fees may apply for examinations |
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Useful Links:
Review the RACGP Guide
Sign up for RACGP Membership and start recording your CPD sessions
Commence your PEP Specialist Stream application
Review PEP Specialist Fees and Charges
Top Tip: Contact DXC before you start searching for a job. Comparability assessment results are valid for one year from the outcome letter date and extensions are rarely provided if you have not commenced the program within 12 months
Purpose: To obtain approval of your proposed position in Australia, including practice and supervisor information
Timeframe: 2-3 weeks
DXC Medical will assist you with securing an appropriate job offer that meets the requirements for a 3GA program provider number
Part B will open in your PEP Specialist Stream application platform once eligible. You and your new employer will need to provide information relating to your proposed job offer, work hours/locations, supervisor, scope of practice, and practice accreditation
RACGP assessors will then review the submission
Upon approval of your job offer, you are eligible to apply for AHPRA medical registration
Top Tip: While you are awaiting your Part B approval is an ideal time to start collating your supporting documents for Step 3
AHPRA provides guidance and support to overseas trained doctors throughout their medical registration process to ensure they meet the necessary requirements to practice medicine in the Australian healthcare system.
Purpose: To gain provisional or limited medical registration
Timeframe: 8-12 weeks
Cost: AUD $1,188.00 – AUD $2,015.00
Your DXC consultant will advise which forms need to be completed for your level of registration
You will need to submit your CV in an AHPRA approved format as part of your application
You are required to have supporting documents translated in English and certified in line with AHPRA's guidelines
Supporting documents may include:
Certified copy of foreign passport
Certified copies of 2 category C proof of identity documents
Certified copy of primary medical degree certificate
Certified copy of internship certificate
Certified copy of advanced training certificate
Certified copy of English language test
You will need to complete International Criminal History Checks (ICHCs) for every country you have lived in for 6 months or more since your 18th birthday
Apply for your Certificate of Good Standing (CoGS) or Certificate of Registration Status (CoRS) once your AHPRA application has been submitted as they expire after 3 months
Useful Links:
Create an AHPRA account
Certifying Documents sheet to print and take with you
Top Tip: When working with DXC Medical we will guide you, so the right applications are completed by the right people at the right time. You are encouraged to send your completed documentation to our team for review prior to submitting to AHPRA
A visa is required to work in Australia primarily to regulate immigration and ensure that individuals entering the country for employment purposes meet certain criteria and adhere to relevant laws and regulations.
Purpose: Gain temporary working rights within Australia
Timeframe: 4 - 12 weeks depending on circumstances
Cost: To be discussed with your migration lawyer
Speak to our consultants to determine which visa options would suit your needs with Department of Home Affairs
The primary method for doctors to migrate to Australia is via the medium-term stream (2-4 years) Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482), which requires sponsorship from an Australian medical practice
Visa nomination costs are covered by your sponsoring medical clinic
Visa application costs are covered by the applicant. These costs vary depending on the family members travelling with you
DXC Medical recommends using migration lawyers to assist with your visa process:
Boyd Migration & Legal – Samuel Brouff
Longton Migration – Maria Rodriguez
Top Tip: To meet your visa requirements, you will need to secure private health insurance. We suggest using iselect.com.au or doctorshealthfund.com.au to find the best option for you
Purpose: Accept your position in the PEP Specialist Stream and apply for your Medicare provider number and prescriber number.
Timeframe: 10 weeks
Cost: If you submitted or obtained your Part A Comparability Assessment prior to 3 June 2024 and commence work before 1 December 2024 your program fee will be $8,000. If you commence work after 1 December 2024 your program fee will be $11,900
Provide evidence of your AHPRA medical registration and approved visa to the RACGP. The RACGP will assess your application and email you directly with your outcome and next steps
You will be issued your program agreement to sign, and program invoice to pay. You will also need to become a financial member of the RACGP and provide evidence of completing your Basic Life Support course (BLS) within twelve months prior to applying into the PEP Specialist Stream
Once the RACGP has received receipt of you completing the necessary requirements, you will be issued your provider number application form
Your consultant will assist in providing additional practice information required for completion of your provider number application. After you submit your application to the RACGP, you’ll be notified when they send it to Medicare for processing
When your provider number has been issued, you will receive a letter confirming your placement approval directly from Medicare Australia. The letter will outline your provider number, prescriber number, placement address, start date, and end date of your placement (if applicable). It can take up to 28 business days for your provider number to be issued
Top Tip: Apply as soon as you are eligible. Peak processing times like December/January can add an extra 4 week delay or longer in some circumstances
Substantially comparable doctors can work in DPA MMM1 - MMM7 locations; and
Partially comparable doctors can work in DPA MMM2 – MMM7 locations
The Modified Monash Model (MMM) is utilised by the Australian Government to determine whether a location is classified as metropolitan, rural, remote, or very remote. Regions falling within the MMM2 to MMM7 categories are considered regional, rural, or remote.
Distribution Priority Area (DPA) classification highlights regions in Australia where there is a shortage of General Practitioner services. International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must work in a DPA location to meet the eligibility criteria to access Medicare services.
Our Vacancy Map and Browse Jobs pages will allow you to review the latest eligible jobs nationwide.
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We look forward to aranging a video call with you to discuss your personal and professional requirements.
Dr. Nabeela Amien is an experienced GP originally from Cape Town, South Africa, who recently started her new role at a highly-regarded medical practice in the beautiful Macedon Ranges, just north of Melbourne, Victoria.
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For South African GP Dr Arthur Berry, medicine is a family affair. After completing his medical studies in Pretoria, Arthur worked as a medical officer in the public health system before founding a practice in partnership with his father in a rural area of South Africa.
Dr Leonie graduated from medical school in The Netherlands in 2014, before completing the rigorous three-year training to become a GP. Throughout her studies and training, she accumulated extensive education and experience in the Dutch healthcare system.