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For overseas pharmacists seeking to practice in Australia, the total cost primarily includes documentation fees for the assessment process by the Australian Pharmacy Council, alongside exam fees such as the Australian Intern Written Examination<\/a> and Australian Intern Oral Examination. These fees constitute the bulk of the initial expenses involved in transitioning to practice in Australia. Understanding and budgeting for these costs are crucial steps for overseas pharmacists planning their career transition to the Australian pharmacy sector.<\/p>\n

Also Read<\/b>: Pharmacy Pathway: Steps to Become a Pharmacist in Australia<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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