National recognition of registration arrives in Tasmania

National recognition of veterinary registration commenced in Tasmania on 12 December 2012.

Veterinary surgeons who currently hold primary registration and reside permanently in another Australian state or territory are entitled to practise as a veterinary surgeon in Tasmania on a part-time, casual or locum basis without having to register with the Veterinary Board of Tasmania.

National recognition applies equally to veterinary surgeons with specialist registration.

Conditions and limitations placed on any registration by another Australian veterinary board will apply to the veterinary surgeon when they practise in Tasmania.

National recognition does not extend to temporary, non-practising or honorary registrations issued by another Australian veterinary board.

The category of ‘secondary registration’ no longer exists in Tasmania.

Once an interstate registered vet takes up permanent residence in Tasmania, they are required to apply for registration with the Veterinary Board of Tasmania. In practical terms, if an interstate registered vet moves to a permanent or ongoing position in Tasmania, they can commence working immediately in Tasmania under national recognition, but must lodge their application for registration with the Board as soon as practicable.