August 8, 2026 · Reviewed August 8, 2026

IMG Standard pathway: an editorial checklist

What to verify about primary-source verification, AMC assessment and registration.

Editorial draft — review required

This guide is general information. Verify current rules, rates and pathways with the linked authority and obtain advice for individual circumstances.

What this guide will cover

  • Eligibility and recognised primary qualification
  • Portfolio and primary-source verification
  • AMC examination or workplace-based assessment routes
  • Employment and supervised-practice considerations
  • Provisional/general registration steps and standards

Editorial requirements

Use plain Australian English. Distinguish legal minimums from market observations, employee entitlements from contractor pricing, registration from immigration, and qualification requirements from employer preferences. Include examples without presenting them as personal advice.

Official starting points

Questions readers should ask

  • Which rules apply to my profession, location, employer and engagement type?
  • What evidence or registration must I hold before starting?
  • Which figures or requirements have changed since this guide was reviewed?
  • When should I obtain legal, tax, migration, registration or industrial-relations advice?
Important information

This article is general information only. Requirements can change. Check the linked official authority and seek appropriately qualified advice for your circumstances.