Nursing jobs abroad · Australia

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Nursing Jobs in Australia for Indian Nurses 2026

Australia combines high salaries, strong lifestyle and a well-defined skilled-migration pathway that makes it a top long-term destination for Indian nurses.

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AUD 70,000–90,000Annual salary
AHPRA / NMBARegistration body
IELTS 7 / OET BEnglish requirement

Overview

Why Australia for Indian nurses?

Nurses register through AHPRA under the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Internationally qualified nurses usually complete an Outcomes-Based Assessment (OBA) — a multiple-choice exam plus an OSCE — and evidence English through IELTS (7.0) or OET (grade B).

Australia's skilled-migration system supports nurses strongly, offering a realistic route to permanent residency. Combined with high pay and quality of life, it's a destination many nurses choose to settle in permanently.

Eligibility

Requirements to work as a nurse in Australia

Step by step

Your path to Australia

  1. Register & sit IELTS/OETClear English while we map your AHPRA route.
  2. Begin the OBAComplete the cognitive (MCQ) stage of the assessment.
  3. Pass the OSCESit the practical assessment in Australia.
  4. AHPRA registration & visaGain registration and secure a skilled/sponsored visa.
  5. Relocate & practiseMove to Australia and begin work as a registered nurse.

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Other destinations

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UAE

Licensing authority: DHA / DOH / MOH.

AED 3,200–7,200 🇩🇪

Germany

Recognition process: Anerkennung.

€2,600–3,400 🇬🇧

United Kingdom

Registration body: NMC.

£28,000–35,000 🇮🇪

Ireland

Registration body: NMBI.

€35,000–45,000

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Who registers nurses in Australia?

AHPRA, on behalf of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

What is the Outcomes-Based Assessment?

A two-part assessment for internationally qualified nurses: a multiple-choice cognitive exam and a practical OSCE.

What English score do I need?

Typically IELTS 7.0 overall or OET grade B in each component.

Is there a PR pathway?

Yes. Nursing is well-supported under Australia's skilled-migration program, offering a realistic route to permanent residency.