Identity and name
- Current passport (bio page)
- Evidence of any name change: marriage certificate, deed poll or equivalent
- Recent passport photo if requested
Qualification
- Nursing degree or diploma certificate
- Full academic transcript showing subjects, theory hours and clinical hours
- Course outline or curriculum, if requested
Registration history
- Current and past registration certificates from every jurisdiction where you have been registered
- Certificate of good standing or registration verification, often sent directly by the regulator
Employment
- Employer letters on letterhead with dates, hours per week, ward or specialty and duties
- Payslips or tax records can support letters, especially for visa and ANMAC purposes
English and character
- English test results (IELTS, OET, PTE or TOEFL iBT) or evidence you meet another pathway in the standard
- Criminal history declarations; police checks may be needed for visas
Certification: Ahpra has specific rules for certifying copies, including who can certify and the wording used. Follow the instructions on the current application form rather than generic advice.
Translations
Documents not in English usually need a translation by an accredited translator. Keep the original, the certified copy and the translation together.
Same documents, three uses
The same degree and employment letters will be used for NMBA, ANMAC and your visa. Make one high-quality scan of each document and keep a master index so the versions you submit are identical.
Official sources to check
Last checked 10 November 2026. If a rule here conflicts with the official page, the official page is correct. Report an error.