Due to recent legislative changes, for Subclass 482 and 494
nominations lodged on or after 16 December 2020, the Health
Workforce Exemption Certificate (HWEC) is required for the
following occupations that are in a hospital based setting:
- General Practitioner (ANZSCO 253111)
- Resident Medical Officer (ANZSCO 253112)
- Medical Practitioner not elsewhere classified (nec) (ANZSCO
253999)
Effect of changes
The HWEC is valid for 12 months and the same certificate can be
used across multiple nomination applications during its period of
validity. This requirement makes it easier for hospital employers
that employ a large number of overseas doctors. Previously,
hospital employers needed to apply for a separate Health Workforce
Certificate for each doctor sponsored under the Subclass 482 and
494 visas.
