Indian doctors
An Indian doctor with an MBBS and completed internship usually reaches GMC registration through PLAB 1 and PLAB 2, or through MRCP/MRCS if they alread…
12–20 months from starting PLAB 1 prep to a first NHS post
Pakistani doctors
A Pakistani MBBS graduate with a completed house job typically reaches GMC registration through PLAB 1 and 2, or through FCPS-II or MRCP if already sp…
12–18 months from decision to first NHS post
Nigerian doctors
Nigerian doctors normally join the NHS by taking IELTS or OET, passing PLAB 1 and 2, and applying for GMC registration with MDCN verification. Allow 1…
12–20 months including exam sittings and visa processing
Egyptian doctors
Egyptian doctors normally take OET or IELTS, then PLAB 1 and 2, and apply for GMC registration with Medical Syndicate verification of the MBBCh. Plan …
12–18 months from first exam booking to starting work
Filipino doctors
A Filipino MD with PRC registration usually joins the NHS via IELTS or OET, PLAB 1 and 2, then GMC registration and a Health and Care Worker visa. Exp…
12–20 months including PLAB sittings and travel