AMC – Skills Assessment for Medical Practitioners

Migration Skills Assessment for Overseas-Qualified Doctors in Australia

The Australian Medical Council (AMC) is the official assessing authority for medical practitioners applying for skilled migration to Australia. A positive AMC skills assessment is mandatory for doctors applying for visas such as 189, 190, 491, and it also forms the foundation for the medical registration process needed to practise in Australia.

AMC evaluates whether your primary medical qualification is comparable to an Australian medical degree and verifies your identity and registration history.

ABEE’S Consultancy (MARN 2217775) provides structured guidance to help medical practitioners understand AMC requirements and prepare a compliant skills assessment application.

Who Needs an AMC Skills Assessment?

AMC is the assessing authority for applicants intending to migrate as:

General Practitioner

Primary care physicians providing comprehensive medical services

Resident Medical Officer

Junior doctors working in hospital settings

Medical Practitioner (General)

Registered medical professionals in general practice

Specialist Physician

Migration assessment only, separate specialist college pathways required

Surgeon

Migration only, separate college assessments required

Emergency Physician

Specialists in emergency medicine and acute care

Anaesthetist

Specialists in anaesthesia and perioperative medicine

Paediatrician

Specialists in child and adolescent health

Psychiatrist

Specialists in mental health and psychiatric care

Any Other Registered Medical Practitioner

All doctors seeking skilled migration must undergo AMC assessment

All doctors seeking skilled migration must undergo an AMC skills assessment before applying for their visa.

AMC Responsibilities in the Migration Process

For migration purposes, AMC:

Verifies Your Primary Medical Qualification

Ensures your medical degree is comparable to Australian standards

Validates Your Identity

Confirms your identity through comprehensive verification processes

Confirms Medical Registration / Good Standing

Verifies your professional registration and standing in all jurisdictions

Ensures Document Authenticity

Validates all submitted documentation through primary-source verification

Important Note: AMC does not assess specialist qualifications for migration. Specialist recognition is handled separately by the relevant Australian specialist medical college.

AMC Pathways (Overview)

Although AMC’s migration assessment is straightforward, applicants should also understand the broader registration pathways.

1. AMC Skills Assessment for Migration Purposes

Required for skilled visas.

Assesses qualification comparability, identity, and registration status.

2. Standard Pathway (For Non-Specialist IMGs)

For doctors seeking general registration. Includes:

AMC CAT MCQ Exam
AMC Clinical Exam (or WBA pathway)

3. Competent Authority Pathway

For applicants who have been trained or registered in approved countries (e.g., UK, USA, Ireland, NZ).

4. Specialist Pathway

Separate from migration assessment.

Run by specialist colleges such as RACGP, RACP, RACS, etc.

Key Requirements for AMC Skills Assessment

1. Recognised Primary Medical Qualification

Your medical degree must:

Be awarded by a university recognised by AMC
Lead to professional registration in its home country
Include clinical rotations
Be comparable to an Australian medical degree

AMC checks the qualification via ECFMG/EPIC verification.

2. Identity & Verification Requirements

Applicants must undergo:

ECFMG (Electronic Portfolio of International Credentials) document verification
AMC account identity confirmation

All qualifications must be primary-source verified.

3. Medical Registration / Good Standing

Applicants must provide:

Current or previous registration certificates
Certificate(s) of Good Standing from all relevant jurisdictions
Details of any restrictions (if applicable)

4. English Language Requirement

English may be required for visa purposes.

AMC itself may not require an English test for migration skills assessment, but AHPRA does for registration.

Documents Required for AMC Skills Assessment

Identity Documents

Passport
Photograph
Name change documents (if any)

Qualification Documents

Primary medical degree (MBBS, MD or equivalent)
Academic transcripts
Internship certificate(s)
Clinical training documentation

Registration Documents

Registration certificate(s) from all countries where you practised
Certificate(s) of Good Standing
Verification documentation through EPIC/ECFMG

AMC Skills Assessment Process – Step by Step

Create AMC Account & Begin EPIC Verification

All medical qualifications must be verified directly with ECFMG/EPIC to meet AMC’s authenticity standards.

Submit Identity & Qualification Documents

Applicants upload documentation for primary-source verification.

Provide Registration & Good Standing Certificates

Certificates must be current at the time of assessment and sent directly from regulatory authorities if required.

AMC Verifies Documentation

AMC reviews:

Qualification equivalency
Identity confirmation
Professional registration status
Good standing history

Receive AMC Skills Assessment Outcome

A positive AMC migration skills assessment confirms:

Your primary medical qualification is comparable
Your documents meet AMC standards
You meet the criteria to nominate a medical occupation for migration

Common Reasons AMC Applications Are Refused

Primary medical degree not recognised by AMC

Your medical degree must be from a university recognised by AMC and must be comparable to Australian medical education standards.

Failure to complete EPIC/ECFMG verification

All qualifications must be verified through ECFMG/EPIC. Failure to complete this primary-source verification will result in refusal.

Missing or outdated certificate of good standing

Certificates of Good Standing must be current and obtained from all jurisdictions where you have been registered to practise medicine.

Incomplete clinical training documentation

Your medical degree must include adequate clinical rotations and training. Incomplete documentation of clinical training can lead to refusal.

Identity mismatch or verification issues

Any discrepancies in identity documents or verification processes will result in delays or refusal of the assessment.

Unresolved registration restrictions or disciplinary history

Any restrictions on your medical registration or unresolved disciplinary matters must be disclosed and may affect your assessment outcome.

Incorrect or incomplete document uploads

All required documents must be uploaded correctly and completely. Missing or incorrect documents will delay or prevent assessment.

AMC is strict in verifying authenticity, so documentation must be accurate and complete.

How ABEE’S Consultancy Supports AMC Applicants

Guidance on AMC Requirements

Explaining qualification verification, EPIC processes, and registration documentation.

Document Preparation Guidance

Clarifying how to prepare academic records, internship evidence, registration letters, and good standing certificates.

Support for Reference Letter Preparation (If Submitted)

Explaining how to prepare employment references that reflect accurate medical responsibilities.

Application Lodgement Guidance

Providing support for completing the AMC online submission process.

RFI Guidance

Explaining how to respond if AMC requests additional evidence.

Migration Strategy After Skills Assessment

Explaining visa options such as 189, 190, 491, and how they align with your long-term registration pathway.

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