Imagine stepping off a plane in Australia, heart racing with excitement and a touch of nerves. You’ve trained as a GP overseas, built years of experience helping patients in your home country, and now you’re ready to bring that care to Australian communities. For Dr. Anita, a dedicated general practitioner from overseas with a recognised specialist qualification, that moment arrived in early 2026. Like many international medical graduates (IMGs), she knew the path to practisi

Guiding an International Medical Graduate (IMG) through the RACGP Practice Experience Program Specialist Pathway (PEP SP) is one of the most rewarding roles a GP Fellow can take on. You get to shape the next generation of Australian GPs while contributing to better access to care in areas that need it most.

Learn the stages of AHPRA processing for overseas-trained GPs, including Expedited and RACGP PEP Specialist Pathways, assessment timelines, and registration guidance.

At Doctor Connect, we help doctors navigate the expedited registration pathway efficiently. Learn about current processing times, key workflow steps, and tips to make your transition to a new practice as smooth and fast as possible

Applying for AHPRA registration via the expedited pathway? Our checklist outlines the key documents you’ll need, from proof of identity to certificates of good standing. Stay organised and make your application process smoother.