Thoracic Medicine Specialist — New South Wales Nomination

Thoracic Medicine Specialist in New South Wales — nomination overview

Thoracic Medicine Specialist (ANZSCO 253324) appears on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in New South Wales under the NSW Skilled Nominated program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once New South Wales opens invitations for this occupation. NSW uses a competitive Expression of Interest system, ranking applicants on points score, English proficiency, and local employment ties. 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 New South Wales typically takes several weeks to a few months, 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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