Fee categories
| Fee | When you pay it | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| Qualification or portfolio assessment | After the Self-check, if your stream requires it | NMBA IQNM pages |
| NCLEX-RN | If referred to the outcomes-based assessment; paid to the exam provider | NCSBN and NMBA |
| OSCE | After passing NCLEX-RN; held in Australia | NMBA |
| Application for general registration | When you apply | Ahpra fee schedule |
| Registration (first year) | On grant, often combined with the application fee | Ahpra fee schedule |
| Annual renewal | Every year | Ahpra fee schedule |
Costs that are not Ahpra fees
- English test and any retakes
- Verification fees charged by your home nursing council and university
- Certified copies and translations
- Courier fees for documents
- Travel to Australia and accommodation for the OSCE
- Exam preparation courses (optional)
We do not publish exact fee amounts on this page because they are updated regularly and differ by stream. A wrong figure could cost you an application. Use the official fee schedule on the day you pay.
For a full migration budget, including visa and ANMAC fees, see the total cost guide.
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.