Oceania
Working in Australia
Visa routes, regulators, in-demand roles and realistic pay for Australian and international healthcare professionals.
Quick answer
To work in Australia you generally need subclass 482 and 186 employer sponsorship, skilled occupation lists, plus registration with AHPRA. Registered nurses earn AUD 75,000–105,000; rural incentives add more.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Region | Oceania |
| Currency | AUD |
| Regulators | AHPRA |
| Language | English |
| Visa route | Subclass 482 and 186 employer sponsorship, skilled occupation lists |
| Main hiring cities | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth |
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Your relocation checklist
- Verify your qualification meets the regulator's published criteria
- Book English or language testing early — slots fill months ahead
- Collect verified transcripts, registration letters and references
- Target only employers holding a live sponsorship licence
- Budget for exams, credential evaluation, visa fees and relocation
- Prepare for scenario and values-based interviews used by health systems
FAQs
Verify before you move
Salary, licensing and immigration requirements can change. Confirm the latest position with the named professional regulator, the employer and the official immigration authority before paying fees or making travel plans. Guide reviewed September 2026.
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