This is a working migration guide for Medical Oncologists under ANZSCO 253314 in 2026. Sub-specialty internal medicine — RACP Specialist Pathway with medical oncology endorsement.
For costs and timelines see the 253314 cost & timeline case study. For RACP, see the skills assessment guide.
What 253314 covers
ANZSCO 253314 covers medical oncology consultant practice:
- Solid tumour oncology — breast, lung, GI, GU, gynae, melanoma, sarcoma
- Systemic therapy — chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy
- Clinical trials — Phase I-III drug trials
- Multidisciplinary tumour board participation
- Palliative oncology
- Cancer survivorship
- Genomics-informed treatment / precision oncology
Visas open to 253314
| Visa | Open? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 189 Independent | ✅ | Full points-tested PR |
| 190 State-nominated | ✅ | Strong demand |
| 491 Regional state-nominated | ✅ | Critical regional shortage |
| 186 ENS Direct Entry | ✅ | Cancer centre / hospital sponsors |
| 494 Regional employer-sponsored | ✅ | Regional cancer services |
| 482 Core Skills | ✅ | 4-year stream |
See Subclass 189, 190, 491, 186, 494, and 482.
RACP Specialist Pathway (Medical Oncology)
Standard RACP Specialist Pathway:
- Application + qualifications + experience review (6-12 months)
- Outcome: Substantially Comparable / Partially Comparable / Not Comparable
- Medical Board Specialist Registration with medical oncology endorsement
- 12 months supervised practice (Substantially Comparable)
- FRACP + Medical Oncology Fellowship granted
Expected evidence:
- Primary medical degree (MBBS / MD / equivalent)
- Internal medicine Fellowship (MRCP UK / FRCPC / ABIM)
- Medical oncology sub-specialty CCT / Fellowship
- Origin-side specialist registration with oncology endorsement
- Clinical experience evidence
- Continuing professional development records
- English language test (typically OET B grade)
RACP Specialist Pathway fees: ~AUD 5,000-12,000.
Sponsors that hire 253314
- Tertiary cancer centres — Peter MacCallum (Melbourne), RPA, Royal North Shore (NSW), Princess Alexandra (QLD), Royal Brisbane Cancer, RAH, SCGH (WA)
- Public hospital networks — all state DoHs employ medical oncologists
- Private cancer providers — GenesisCare, Icon Group, Cancer Care Associates
- University-affiliated cancer centres — Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, RPA Lifehouse
- Children's hospitals — paediatric oncology overlap
- Regional cancer services — substantial 491 / 494 sponsorship
Common mistakes
- Confusing with radiation oncology. 253918 = radiation oncologist (different code, different college pathway via RANZCR)
- Confusing with haematology. 253313 = haematologist (related but separate)
- English test too old. OET / IELTS validity ~2-3 years
- Origin-side oncology endorsement absent. Required for streamlined pathway
Tools
- Eligibility wizard
- ANZSCO search — verify 253314 vs 253313 / 253918
- Document checklist
- Visa fee calculator
Where to verify
Next step
Want help mapping your medical oncology profile to RACP + Medical Board? Book a 30-minute free strategy call.
Medical Oncologist
ANZSCO 253314
AHPRA
RACP
FRACP
Skilled Migration
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