Applying for this Visa

If the sponsor and doctor are eligible, and are willing and able to meet their obligations, then the sponsor can commence the two-step application process.

Step 1 - Organisation applies to be a sponsor

The sponsoring organisation must lodge a sponsorship application.

A separate sponsorship application must be lodged for each position to be filled.
See: Step 1 - Organisation Applies to be a Sponsor

Step 2 - Doctor applies for the visa

The doctor must lodge a visa application.
See: Step 2 - Doctor Applies for the Visa

Renewing a visa

If you currently hold a Subclass 422 – Medical Practitioner (Temporary) visa and decide to extend your stay, new sponsorship and visa applications must be lodged.

More information

More information about making new applications and renewing visas is available.
See: Information Form 1025i Making and processing visa applications (64KB PDF file)