Sonographer — Australian Capital Territory Nomination

Sonographer in Australian Capital Territory — nomination overview

Sonographer (ANZSCO 251214) appears on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in the Australian Capital Territory under the ACT Critical Skills Nomination program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once the ACT opens invitations for this occupation. Canberra Hospital, the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children, and private diagnostic imaging centres require qualified sonographers for obstetric, general, and specialist ultrasound services. Professional registration is administered by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA) through AHPRA. Overseas qualifications are assessed by AHPRA, and English language requirements must be satisfied before general registration is granted. Registration is mandatory before commencing sonography employment in any Australian jurisdiction. Two nomination pathways are available: the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, granting permanent residence on grant, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional visa requiring three years of regional residence and employment before the applicant can apply for the Subclass 191 permanent visa. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Processing in the ACT typically takes a few weeks to two months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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