Cost to Become a Pharmacist in Australia from India

Are you an Indian pharmacist who wants to become a registered pharmacist in Australia? Well, there is a full registration process. Because you are Indian, you have to follow Knowledge-stream pathway. In this pathway, you have to pass the OPRA exam. But it is essential that you know what the cost is for OPRA registration as a registered pharmacist in Australia. Let's understand this through this blog.

What is the OPRA exam registration fee?

As indian pharmacist, you come in the knowledge stream pathway. So, you have to pass the OPRA exam. OPRA exam cost is AUD$2,245 per attempt. This exam is run by the Australian Pharmacy Council.

Remember, if by any chance you fail the exam, then you have to pay the same amount again. It does not matter how many times you apply; if you fail and apply again for the OPRA exam, you have to pay AUD$2,245 again.

Let's understand the process of becoming a registered pharmacist in Australia.

• APC Eligibility Check
• Pass OPRA Exam
• Skills Assessment
• Provisional Registration
• Complete Internship + ITP
• Pass Written & Oral Exams
• Apply for General Registration
• Become a Registered Pharmacist in Australia

But before the OPRA exam, you have to pass an eligibility check. And after the OPRA exam, you have to apply for the Skills Assessment Outcome.

What is the fee for the OPRA Eligibility Check?

The OPRA eligibility check fee is AUD $810. In Indian rupees, it is around ₹54,540. Before the OPRA exam, you have to pass this.

OPRA eligibility check process confirms whether you can proceed further or not. Here, you have to submit all the right documents that prove your education and identity. All your documents must be in English, and if some of them are not, then those documents must be translated by a translator accredited by Australia's NAATI.

What is the Skill Assessment Outcome fee?

The Skill Assessment Outcome is AUD$300, which will be ₹20,240 in Indian Rupees.

When you pass the eligibility check and OPRA exam successfully, you can apply for it. It helps with the visa application with Australia's Department of Home Affairs.

Through this table, you will better understand how you need to pay from the eligibility check to the Skill Assessment Outcome.

What is the Provisional Registration fee?

The provision registration fee is divided into two parts.

• Application fee: AU$162
• Registration fee: AU$242

By adding the application and registration fees, it becomes AU$404, which is ₹27,205.49 in Indian rupees.

After getting the Skill Assessment Outcome, you can apply for the Provisional Registration. It is handled by the Pharmacy Board of Australia via AHPRA.

What is the fee for the Australian Intern Written and Oral Exam?

Australian Intern Written Exam fee is AUD$790, and the Intern Oral Exam fee is AUD$489.

You can apply for this after completing 75% of your internship under the registered pharmacist's supervision. You have to pass both exams within 18 months; only then will it be valid. There is no rule about which exam you need to pass first; you can apply for whichever one you want.

What are the other costs to become a registered pharmacist in Australia?

You have to be present in Australia for the Internship. Skill Assessment Outcome helps you with your visa application. And the cost of the visa application depends on which subclass you choose.

As an Indian pharmacist, you may also need to budget for:

• Visa application and related costs
• English language test, if required
• Document translation and certification
• Travel and accommodation
• Internship or intern training program fees
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Living expenses during your internship
• Annual registration fees
• Travel to Australia for your internship and examinations

The actual amount will depend on your visa type, location, accommodation, employer, and personal expenses.

Do Indian pharmacists need to pay for an English test?

English language requirements are separate from the APC Skills Assessment fees.

Depending on your circumstances and the registration pathway, you may need to meet the English language registration standard of the Pharmacy Board of Australia. If you need an English test, the test fee will be an additional cost.

You should check the current English language requirements before booking a test because accepted tests, scores and requirements can change.

What is the total cost to become a pharmacist in Australia from India?

There is no single fixed amount because your final cost depends on several factors.

However, you can calculate the major official fees first.

Conclusion

For an Indian pharmacist to become a registered pharmacist in Australia several steps and fees. You need to make your budget properly before applying for pharmacist registration. First, you need to pass the eligibility check, then the OPRA exam and Skill Assessment Outcome. Skill Assessment can help you with your visa application. You make a budget for visa, accommodation, and other things separately.

If you want to understand the process properly or need assessment in OPRA exam preparation, you can contact Elite Expertise. We are here to help you.