Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon — New South Wales Nomination

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in New South Wales — nomination overview

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon (ANZSCO 253517) 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, with plastic and reconstructive surgeons serving major trauma and reconstructive units across Sydney and regional NSW. Skills assessment through the Medical Board of Australia (MedBA) and the Australian Medical Council (AMC) is required, evaluating plastic and reconstructive surgical qualifications and clinical experience against Australian registration standards. Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved test and satisfy health and character requirements. Two nomination pathways are available: the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, which grants 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 to the applicant's points test 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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