Registering with the General Medical Council

To work as a doctor in the UK you will need to apply for registration with a licence to practise, with the General Medical Council (GMC). The main requirements for this are a valid primary medical qualification (PMQ) or an acceptable postgraduate qualification.  

If you studied in Europe, your PMQ will already be accepted by the GMC. If you studied elsewhere, you’ll need to sit a postgraduate exam to validate your eligibility to work as a doctor in the UK.  

EU graduate requirements: 

  • Primary medical degree completed in the EU 
  • English language evidence 

Non-EU graduate requirements: 

  • PLABS or MRCPsych post graduate exam 
  • English Language evidence 

The GMC has created an online tool to help you identify the correct application for you. Based on your nationality, qualification and experience you’ll receive guidance on the steps you need to take. 

Visit the GMC website

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