Doctor Obligations
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If your visa application is approved, the following work conditions will apply.
You must not:
- stop working for the employer who sponsored you for the visa either by becoming unemployed or changing employer
- work in a position or occupation that is inconsistent with the position nominated in your visa application
- work for another organisation or for yourself while working for your approved employer.
Example: Undertaking secondary employment.
There may be other conditions of your entry and stay in Australia. If so, these will be explained to you when you are granted your visa.
Change in circumstances
If your circumstances change you must inform the department in writing as soon as possible.
Example: If you are not working in the position nominated in your application.
See: Form 1022 Notification of Changes in Circumstances (93KB PDF file)
If your employment ceases, you must either:
- find another employer who is willing to sponsor you and apply for another visa
- apply for another type of visa
- leave Australia within 28 days.
Taxation requirements
You must meet Australian taxation obligations while you work in Australia.
It is important that you read information on your taxation obligations on the Australian Taxation Office's website.
See: Australian Taxation Office