Paediatrician — Australian Capital Territory Nomination

Paediatrician in Australian Capital Territory — nomination overview

Paediatrician (ANZSCO 253321) appears on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in Australian Capital Territory under the ACT Skilled Nominated program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Australian Capital Territory opens invitations for this occupation. The ACT focuses on applicants who have studied or worked in the territory and can demonstrate genuine connection. Skills assessment through the Medical Board of Australia (MedBA) is required, with overseas specialist physician qualifications assessed by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) for Fellowship recognition and AHPRA registration. Applicants must demonstrate competent English and satisfy health and character requirements. Nomination is available under the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, which confers permanent residence on grant, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional pathway requiring three years of regional residence and work before applying for the Subclass 191 permanent visa. State nomination adds five points to the points score for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Processing in Australian Capital Territory typically takes six to twelve weeks, and visa fees are payable to the Department of Home Affairs. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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