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Medical Licensing Guidance

International doctors face a different licensing body, exam format and registration process in almost every country. This hub is a starting map: pick your target country or exam below for eligibility, structure, fees and official links.

Exams & Registration Pathways

USMLE
United States Medical Licensing Examination

Three-step examination required for medical licensure in the United States.

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USMLE Step 1
USMLE Step 1 — Basic Sciences

First step of the US medical licensing journey, focused on foundational sciences.

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USMLE Step 2 CK
USMLE Step 2 — Clinical Knowledge

Second step of USMLE, focusing on clinical knowledge and patient-centred care.

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USMLE Step 3
USMLE Step 3 — Patient Management

Final step of the USMLE, assessing independent clinical practice.

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MCCQE
Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination

Canadian licensing examination for entry into independent medical practice.

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MCCQE Part 2
Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part II

The clinical component of the Canadian medical licensing process.

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NAC OSCE
National Assessment Collaboration OSCE

Mandatory clinical examination for IMGs applying to Canadian residency.

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AMC MCQ
Australian Medical Council MCQ Exam

Computer-administered MCQ exam for IMGs seeking Australian registration.

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AMC Clinical
AMC Clinical Examination

The second step of the AMC assessment, evaluating clinical competence.

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COMLEX Level 1
COMLEX-USA Level 1

Licensing exam for osteopathic medical students in the USA.

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Approbation
Germany Medical Approbation

Licensing process for international doctors seeking to practise in Germany.

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KP
German Medical Knowledge Exam

Knowledge assessment for doctors outside the EU seeking Approbation in Germany.

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ABIM
American Board of Internal Medicine

Certification for internists in the United States.

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ABA
American Board of Anesthesiology

Certification for anesthesiologists in the USA.

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ABOG
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology

Certification for OB/GYN specialists in the USA.

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NAPLEX
North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination

Computer-based licensing examination required for pharmacists in the United States.

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