Expedited Pathway AHPRA Registration Checklist

Expedited Pathway AHPRA Registration Checklist

1. Proof of Identity

You must complete an identity check. AHPRA uses InstaID+, a secure independent
provider.

Required Documents:

• Foreign Passport (EU cards are not accepted)
 Certified copy of the identity information page (photo page)
 Official English translation (if not in English)
• Any 2 of the following:
 Current driver’s license (from a country you have resided in) with photo
and signature
 Foreign marriage certificate
 Foreign national ID card
 Foreign birth certificate
 Current Australian visa (valid at time of entry) — must be provided with
overseas passport or travel document
 Credit/Debit card

2. Primary Degree

A certified copy of your original academic transcript and testimony or certificate that
indicates completion of the qualification.

3. Specialist Qualification
Provide certified copies of: MRCGP Certificate & CCT Certificate

4. Certificates of Good Standing
If registered outside Australia, arrange for original Certificates of Registration Status
or Certificates of Good Standing to be sent directly from the registering authority to
your AHPRA state or territory office.
Email for submission:
📧COGS@ahpra.gov.au

5. Criminal History Check
Submit the International Criminal History Check (ICHC) reference page from the
approved vendor.
Apply here:
🔗International Criminal History Checks – AHPRA

6. Offer of Employment
To be provided by your practice/employer.

7. English Language Proficiency
Use the AHPRA self-assessment tool to determine your required pathway and
evidence:
🔗English Language Skills – AHPRA

8. Confirmation of UK Training
Request confirmation of your specialist or GP training from the RCGP via the GMC
website.
Note: This is different from the CCT document already provided.

Document Certification Requirements
All certified documents must include the following:
• Statement: “I have sighted the original document and certify this to be a true
copy of the original.”
• Date of certification
• Authorised officer’s full name
• Contact phone number
• Occupation or profession (and profession number, if applicable)
• Officer’s stamp or seal, if relevant
More info:
🔗Certifying Documents – AHPRA