Resources & Pathways
Every Australian IMG pathway, organisation and community in one place
We curate the official regulators, workforce programs, colleges, job boards and active peer communities overseas-trained doctors actually use to find Area of Need roles and understand Ahpra and AMC requirements. Independent guidance only. Always verify current rules on the official sites.
Regulators & Assessment
Every registration decision starts here. Independent, official sources.
Makes all registration decisions. Start here for current pathway rules.
Primary source verification, CAT MCQ, clinical exam and WBA accreditation.
Verifies your primary and specialist qualifications before Ahpra/AMC.
Official Registration Pathways
The four ways overseas-trained doctors enter the Australian system.
Most IMGs: AMC CAT MCQ → Clinical OSCE or WBA job → 12 months supervised practice.
No AMC exams if you completed PLAB/NHS, USMLE/US residency, Canada, Ireland, NZ etc.
College assesses comparability as Substantially / Partially / Not Comparable.
Fast-track for GP, anaesthetics, O&G, psychiatry, general medicine, paediatrics etc.
Limited registration for <24 month upskilling placements.
Mandatory interview for GP limited registration – check approved providers.
AMC-accredited hospitals and programs offering Workplace-Based Assessment instead of AMC Clinical.
Workforce Programs & Location Rules
Where you can work, how Medicare provider numbers work, and rural incentives.
Check Distribution Priority Area status and 19AB moratorium implications by location.
State-declared roles that unlock limited registration for an IMG/SIMG when local doctors unavailable.
Rural commitments that reduce moratorium and provide Medicare access while working toward fellowship, via Rural Workforce Agencies.
Colleges with IMG / SIMG Programs
Colleges set specialist comparability and training entry requirements.
Practice Experience Program for non-specialist IMGs and overseas GP specialists.
AGPT Rural, Independent Pathway, Specialist Pathway for rural generalism.
Assessment for overseas-trained physicians seeking specialist recognition.
- RACS — SurgeonsSIMG
International medical graduate assessment for surgeons.
Emergency medicine SIMG pathway guidance and requirements.
Anaesthesia IMG / SIMG assessment process.
Recruitment & Support — Where Jobs Are
Trusted free government-funded agencies plus established commercial recruiters.
Free workforce agency helping IMGs find rural & regional NSW roles.
- VIC RWAVBoth
Victorian rural workforce agency – Area of Need, DPA guidance, job matching.
Queensland rural and remote recruitment for IMGs, including fellowship support.
Western Australia rural health recruitment and IMG onboarding support.
- SA RDWABoth
South Australian rural doctor workforce agency.
- TAS HR+Both
Tasmania health workforce recruitment and retention.
Est. 1999, dedicated IMG desk for permanent and locum roles.
Commercial agency with filtered listings that accept IMG applicants.
State Health Job Boards
Direct employer listings where Area of Need is declared.
Annual junior medical officer campaigns July-Aug, plus year-round Area of Need posts.
Central portal for Queensland Health hospital and rural roles.
Victoria devolves hiring to health services – search major hospitals directly.
WA Country Health Service vacancies and WBA opportunities.
Where IMGs Are Actually Talking
Active peer communities for real-world questions about AMC, WBA, PESCI, DPA maps.
Daily threads on AMC booking, WBA job hunts, Ahpra timelines, exam prep.
Australian doctors answering IMG questions about culture, rosters, supervised practice.
Junior doctor channel with verified IMG spaces for on-the-ground advice.
Constant comparisons and migration timelines from UK trainees considering Australia.
~11k member community sharing Ahpra document tips and job leads.
Explainers on AMC, PESCI, AHPRA, Medicare – discussion posts with examples.
Legacy but searchable case studies of IMG journeys by specialty and country.
Official Starter Hubs & Living
Government-curated starting points before you deep dive into college sites.
Official explainer for overseas-trained doctors entering Australia.
AMC-accredited bridging course providers including HEAL, IMG SOS, ARIMGSAS and others.
NSW 12-week readiness course – must have AMC Part 1.
How we use this map
IMG Navigator Australia is an independent guidance site. We are not Ahpra, the Medical Board, AMC, a specialist college, employer, or registered migration agent. We do not assess applications or guarantee registration, employment or visa outcomes. This hub gathers publicly available official links and peer communities IMGs already rely on. Always confirm your individual eligibility and current fees with the official bodies before you commit.
