Visa & Migration support
Moving to a new country to practice nursing or midwifery is an incredible milestone, but navigating the immigration landscape can feel overwhelming. Whether you are already here and looking to transition visas, or planning your journey from overseas, managing your visa requirements while adapting to a new healthcare system takes immense resilience.
The decision to migrate involves a lot of moving parts stemming from securing a visa to having your international qualifications assessed. Since immigration laws and visa pathways change frequently, it's important gather information early and stay updated about any requirements that may change.
To ensure you receive accurate, lawful assistance, we recommend utilising the:
Department of Home Affairs: The official Australian Government gateway for all visa applications, skilled migration pathways, and visa condition checks. VEVO is a free Department of Home Affairs service that allows you to check your current visa status, expiry date, and work conditions in real time.
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia: The statutory body responsible for regulating the nursing and midwifery professions in Australia.
Law Council of Australia / State Legal Aid: If you require legal assistance or advice regarding your migration status, regional law societies and legal aid bodies can connect you with specialised immigration lawyers.
Please Note: While we are here to support your health and wellbeing, our team cannot provide immigration assistance or visa advice. Under Australian law, visa advice must only be given by registered migration agents or legal professionals.
We provide confidential and anonymous support to nurses, midwives, nursing and midwifery students, employers, educators, managers and concerned family and friends.
Call the free helpline
Speak to Nursing and Midwife Support on the phone, 24/7 from anywhere in Australia. It is free, professional and confidential.
Email the team
Email our Nursing and Midwife Support team, anywhere in Australia, 24/7. It is free, professional and confidential.
I’d prefer a First Nations support
If you are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, First Nations organisations have workers you can yarn with.
Help in languages other than English
If English is not your first language, support is available for culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Australia has over 16,000 nurses who identify as international. Understand the importance of creating culturally inclusive environments and read stories from IQNMs across the story.
We provide confidential and anonymous support to nurses, midwives, nursing and midwifery students, employers, educators, managers and concerned family and friends.
For confidential advice and support you can contact us at 1800 667 877 or emergency support 24/7