New Zealand · Licensing & Skills

Medical Council registration

Registration pathways for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) to practice medicine in New Zealand via the Competent Authority pathway, NZREX examination, or Vocational specialist registration.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Doctors, specialists, and surgeons wanting to practice in New Zealand.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Primary Medical Qualification listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools
  • Competent Authority route (for UK, Irish, Canadian, US, and Australian trained doctors) OR pass the NZREX Clinical exam
  • Certificate of Good Standing from medical boards in all countries of practice
Process

How the process works

  1. Verify medical credentials through EPIC (ECFMG)
  2. Apply to MCNZ under relevant pathway
  3. Attend in-person registration meeting upon arrival
  4. General or Provisional Vocational scope issued
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Primary medical degree, EPIC verification report, internship completion letter, Certificate of Good Standing
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Doctors enjoy top-priority Straight to Residence Green List status.

Official source: Medical Council of New Zealand. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

Ecosystem Architecture

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