Skills in Demand visa subclass 482
A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.
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DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Psychiatrist
ANZSCO 253411
Psychiatrist (ANZSCO 253411) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Psychiatrist diagnoses, assesses, treats and prevents human mental, emotional and behavioural disorders. Registration or licensing is required.
Typical tasks and duties
Psychiatrist may perform the following tasks:
- talk to patients about their mental, emotional or behavioural problems in order to work out the nature and extent of these disorders
- study patients' medical and mental histories
- examine patients to assess their general physical condition
- order laboratory tests, imaging, assessment tests and other diagnostic procedures
- look at the results of tests and examinations to work out the most appropriate forms of treatment
- prescribe and administer medication, psychotherapy or other treatment and rehabilitation programs, and arrange admission to hospitals
- consult and work with other health professionals.
Employer-sponsored pathways
Possible DAMA pathways
Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.
Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186
A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.
Learn moreSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494
A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.
Learn moreDAMA availability
Occupation available in 1 DAMA region
Psychiatrist is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.
Important notes
- Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
- Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.
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Psychiatrist historical SkillSelect report
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Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant
Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi
This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.
Last reviewed: July 2026
