The Bottom Line
- Australia requires <strong>Primary Source Verification (PSV)</strong> for IMGs, and this is handled via <strong>ECFMG/MyIntealth</strong> for many candidates.
- PSV is an upstream dependency—do it early to prevent later bottlenecks.
- Keep documents clean and consistent; verification delays are usually administrative, not medical.
If you’re targeting Australia, PSV is a non-negotiable gating step. It’s straightforward when done early, but painful when discovered late. This page is designed to help you sequence PSV alongside exam planning so you don’t stall your pathway.
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Step 1 — Read the AMC PSV requirement statement
Start with the AMC’s official PSV guidance so you understand what’s required and why.
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Step 2 — Establish MyIntealth and verify identity
Create your MyIntealth account and complete identity verification requirements (including notarisation where required).
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Step 3 — Add credentials for PSV and monitor status
Submit your primary medical qualification and any required credentials for verification in the correct format.
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Step 4 — Use PSV status to plan downstream milestones
Once PSV is underway, align exam booking and document gathering. Don’t schedule everything assuming PSV will be instantaneous.
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SourceAMC: Primary source verification (official)
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