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Who Needs an AMC Skills Assessment?
General Practitioner
Primary care physicians providing comprehensive medical services to patients in Australia.
Resident Medical Officer
Junior doctors working in hospital settings under supervised practice.
Medical Practitioner (General)
Registered medical professionals in general practice seeking skilled migration.
Specialist Physician
Migration assessment only — separate specialist college pathways required for registration.
Surgeon / Emergency Physician
Migration assessment via AMC; separate college recognition required for full specialist practice.
Anaesthetist / Psychiatrist / Paediatrician
All specialist doctors must complete AMC skills assessment before lodging a skilled visa application.
AMC Assessment Pathways
Migration Skills Assessment
Required for all skilled visas. Assesses qualification comparability, identity, and registration status. This is the pathway relevant for visa 189, 190, and 491.
Standard Pathway (Non-Specialist IMGs)
For doctors seeking general registration in Australia. Includes AMC CAT MCQ Exam and AMC Clinical Exam (or WBA pathway).
Competent Authority Pathway
For applicants trained or registered in approved countries such as the UK, USA, Ireland, or New Zealand.
Specialist Pathway
Separate from migration assessment. Managed by specialist colleges including RACGP, RACP, RACS, and others.
Key Requirements
Recognised Medical Degree
- Awarded by an AMC-recognised university
- Leads to professional registration in your home country
- Includes clinical rotations and training
- Comparable to an Australian medical degree
Identity & EPIC Verification
- ECFMG/EPIC primary-source verification required
- AMC account identity confirmation
- All documents must be verified at source
Registration & Good Standing
- Current or previous registration certificates from all jurisdictions
- Certificate of Good Standing from every jurisdiction
- Disclosure of any restrictions or disciplinary history
English Language
- English test (IELTS/OET) required for visa and AHPRA registration
- AMC migration assessment itself may not require an English test
Assessment Process – Step by Step
Create AMC Account & Begin EPIC
Register with AMC and initiate ECFMG/EPIC verification for all medical qualifications.
Submit Documents
Upload your degree, transcripts, internship records, and clinical training evidence for primary-source verification.
Provide Good Standing Certificates
Obtain current certificates from all jurisdictions where you have held registration. Send directly from regulators if required.
AMC Verification Review
AMC assesses qualification equivalency, identity confirmation, professional registration status, and good standing history.
Receive Outcome Letter
A positive outcome confirms your qualification is comparable and you are eligible to nominate a medical occupation for skilled migration.
Visa Application
Use your AMC skills assessment outcome to lodge a skilled visa (189, 190, or 491) through SkillSelect.
Documents Checklist
- Passport and photograph
- Primary medical degree (MBBS, MD or equivalent)
- Academic transcripts and internship certificate(s)
- Clinical training documentation
- Registration certificate(s) from all countries of practice
- Certificate(s) of Good Standing from all jurisdictions
- EPIC/ECFMG verification documentation
- Name change documents (if applicable)
- CV/resume (if requested)
Common Reasons for Refusal
Degree Not Recognised by AMC
Your degree must be from an AMC-recognised university and comparable to Australian medical education standards.
Incomplete EPIC/ECFMG Verification
All qualifications must be verified at source. Failure to complete EPIC/ECFMG verification will result in refusal.
Missing or Outdated Good Standing Certificates
Certificates must be current and obtained from every jurisdiction where you have been registered.
Incomplete Clinical Training Records
Your degree must include adequate clinical rotations. Incomplete documentation of clinical training leads to refusal.
Identity Mismatch
Discrepancies in identity documents or verification processes will cause delays or refusal.
Undisclosed Registration Issues
Any restrictions or disciplinary history must be disclosed. Undisclosed issues can result in refusal.
How ABEE'S Consultancy Helps
AMC Requirements Guidance
Explaining qualification verification, EPIC processes, and what registration documentation is needed.
Document Preparation
Clarifying how to prepare academic records, internship evidence, registration letters, and good standing certificates.
Application Lodgement Support
Providing guidance on completing the AMC online submission process correctly and avoiding common errors.
RFI Response Guidance
Explaining how to respond if AMC requests additional or clarifying evidence during assessment.
Post-Assessment Visa Strategy
Explaining visa options (189, 190, 491) and how they align with your AHPRA registration pathway.
Reference Letter Support
Explaining how to prepare employment references that accurately reflect medical responsibilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
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