u/Flimsy_Antelope1662

Hi everyone,

I am an IMG planning a long-term move to Australia and want to understand the typical timeline from entry to specialty training. I am familiar with the PGY1 and PGY2 structure, but I need more clarity on what follows.

In many systems, you enter a specialty training program immediately after foundation years. However, my understanding is that in Australia, there is a significant "prevocational" period.

Could someone clarify the following:

• The "Gap" Years: After PGY2, how many years do doctors typically spend as an unaccredited Registrar before successfully getting onto a vocational training program (e.g., Surgery, Anaesthesia, or Phys med)?
• IMG Entry Point: As an IMG (Standard/Competent Authority pathway), is it realistic to expect a PGY2/Resident position upon arrival, or do most IMGs start at PGY1? (even though i'm aware that securing a job is quite difficult as it's very competitive)
• Total Timeline: For someone aiming for a specialty like Anaesthesia and intensive care, what is a realistic "years-since-graduation" estimate for reaching Fellowship?
• Permanent Residency (PR): How much does not having PR/Citizenship impact your ability to get onto a training program ?

I am looking for a clear picture of the professional roadmap so I can plan my move effectively.

Thanks for any insights.

Hi , i was wondering if anyone knows if its possible to sit the PLAB exam if I already have qualify for Full GMC registration (exempted due to relevant european qualification). Because I know that its a criteria to be eligible for the CAP to be able to register in Australia (in addition to 12 month NHS experience).

Or would i have to go through the AMC exams even though im fully registered in the UK and have more than 12 month experience.

Has anyone been in a similar situation ?

Hi , I was wondering if someone with a French PMQ , > 12 month work experience in the NHS and full registration with the GMC has to still sit the AMC exam to qualify for registration in Australia? I know their requirements list PLAB + 12 month work NHS experience to qualify for the competent authority pathway. But as someone who acquired full registration without the PLAB. I’m not sure how it works. It’s not like I can sit the PLAB now ? If already fully registered.