Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council - ANMAC

15/01/2026

If you’re finishing your nursing or midwifery studies and planning to apply for skilled migration, there’s still time to apply through ANMAC’s GradReady pathway.

GradReady allows eligible overseas-born graduates to lodge their skills assessment application while waiting for their Ahpra registration to be finalised.

Applications close 27 February 2026.

🔗 Find out more: https://anmac.org.au/skilled-migrants/gradready-skills-assessment

06/01/2026

Happy New Year! The ANMAC Skilled Migrant Application Portal is OPEN! Start your journey toward an exciting healthcare career in Australia and make this year one of opportunity and success.

https://anmac.org.au/skilled-migrants/application-options

The assessment team is available between 10am and 4pm (AEDT) Monday to Friday on +61 2 6257 7960. Alternatively, you can email skilledmigration@anmac.org.au

18/12/2025

From all of us at ANMAC, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful Christmas and a safe, peaceful holiday season. We look forward to working together in the new year to support a strong and skilled healthcare workforce for all Australians.

17/12/2025

Attention all applicants 📢

The ANMAC Skilled Migrant Application Portal is now closed for the holiday period and will re-open on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.

We encourage you to prepare your documents during this time and check the ANMAC website for updates. For any urgent inquiries, please contact us at skilledmigration@anmac.org.au

Important update for Skilled Migration applicants 📢

The ANMAC Skilled Migrant Application Portal will be closed to new applications over the holiday period.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀
Portal closes: Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Portal re-opens: Wednesday, 7 January 2026

You can still log in to the portal if you already have an account. You will not be able to start or submit a new application during this time. Our phone and email support will also be unavailable.

If you meet the eligibility requirements and have your documents ready, please submit your application before 17 December.

If you need assistance before the shutdown, please contact us on +61 2 6257 7960 (10am–4pm AEDT) or skilledmigration@anmac.org.au

11/12/2025

A quick reminder for applicants: the Skilled Migrant Application Portal closes to new applications on 17 December 2025.

If you’re planning to apply, now is a good time to prepare your documents and check your eligibility.

Learn more 👇

Important update for Skilled Migration applicants 📢

The ANMAC Skilled Migrant Application Portal will be closed to new applications over the holiday period.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀
Portal closes: Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Portal re-opens: Wednesday, 7 January 2026

You can still log in to the portal if you already have an account. You will not be able to start or submit a new application during this time. Our phone and email support will also be unavailable.

If you meet the eligibility requirements and have your documents ready, please submit your application before 17 December.

If you need assistance before the shutdown, please contact us on +61 2 6257 7960 (10am–4pm AEDT) or skilledmigration@anmac.org.au

02/12/2025

Important update for Skilled Migration applicants 📢

The ANMAC Skilled Migrant Application Portal will be closed to new applications over the holiday period.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀
Portal closes: Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Portal re-opens: Wednesday, 7 January 2026

You can still log in to the portal if you already have an account. You will not be able to start or submit a new application during this time. Our phone and email support will also be unavailable.

If you meet the eligibility requirements and have your documents ready, please submit your application before 17 December.

If you need assistance before the shutdown, please contact us on +61 2 6257 7960 (10am–4pm AEDT) or skilledmigration@anmac.org.au

25/11/2025

The process to apply for an Australian visa just got easier thanks to the Australian Immi App.

Now live in 34 countries, the app allows eligible applicants to complete key biometric steps from their smartphones, helping reduce costs and processing times.

To be eligible, clients must have previously provided their biometrics (facial image and fingerprints) to the Department of Home Affairs and hold a valid passport.

For more information on the Australian Immi App, including eligibility and step-by-step instructions visit https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/supporting/Pages/australian-immi-app.aspx

19/11/2025

The ANMAC 2024-25 Annual Report is now available.

This year, ANMAC strengthened Australia’s health workforce through major initiatives across accreditation, skilled migration and organisational governance. The report reflects a period of growth, renewed capability and meaningful sector impact from implementing our new risk assessment tool and publishing the Registered Nurse Prescribing Accreditation Standards, to supporting record demand across Skilled Migration Services and launching new leadership and culture programs.

We remain committed to ensuring a safe, competent and culturally aware health workforce for the Australian community. Thank you to our staff, members and stakeholders for your ongoing support.

Explore the 2024-25 Annual Report:https://anmac.org.au/sites/default/files/2025-11/Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf

12/11/2025

If you are using a migration agent, it’s important to take steps to safeguard your application.

Check their registration, verify documents directly with ANMAC and contact our Skilled Migration Services team if you have any questions.

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28/10/2025

We extend our sincere appreciation to Tanya Vogt for her leadership and contribution as Chief Executive Officer of ANMAC over the past 18 months.

During her tenure, Tanya strengthened ANMAC’s strategic direction and advanced collaboration across the health and education sectors. Her commitment to excellence and public safety has supported ANMAC’s ongoing growth across accreditation, assessment, and healthcare. Tanya’s last day with ANMAC will be Friday, 31 October 2025. We thank Tanya for her dedication and wish her every success in her next chapter.

We are also pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Grace as Interim Chief Executive Officer.

Karen joins the executive from the ANMAC Board, bringing extensive senior leadership experience across the health and education sectors and a deep understanding of ANMAC’s purpose and values. Her steady and collaborative leadership will ensure continuity as ANMAC enters this transition phase.
Please join us in thanking Tanya and welcoming Karen to her new role.

27/10/2025

Finishing your nursing or midwifery studies soon?

You may be eligible to apply for your ANMAC skills assessment while waiting for your Ahpra registration.

ANMAC’s GradReady pathway is open from 3 November 2025 – 27 February 2026, giving overseas-born graduates on temporary visas an opportunity to start their skilled migration journey earlier.

Join ANMAC’s online information session to learn how GradReady works, including eligibility, required documents and key dates, with time for Q&A.

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21/10/2025

Happy Diwali!

Yesterday at ANMAC we came together to celebrate the Festival of Lights!

We learned about the meaning and traditions of Diwali and enjoyed sharing delicious traditional foods with our colleagues.

To all who celebrate, we wish you a bright and joyful Diwali! 🪔