On 01 April 2018, GMC decreased its registration fee for almost all doctors. The discounts are more significant for doctors who have graduated within the last five years. But there are discounts for doctors who have graduated more than five years ago as well.
1. Joining the Register
A. Discounted Joining Fees
This is for doctors who have graduated within the previous five years.
- Provisional registration
Previously £90
Now £50
. - Full registration
Previously £200
Now £150
Note: Previously this discount was only available to doctors who had graduated within the last two years. But now discounts are available to doctors who have graduated within the previous five years.
B. Standard Joining Fee
This is for doctors who have graduated more than five years ago.
- Provisional registration
Previously £425
Now £390
. - Full registration
Previously £425
Now £390
2. Fees to Remain on the Register
A. Discounted Annual Retention Fees
This is for doctors who have graduated within the previous five years.
- Annual retention fee for full registration with a licence to practise
Previously £425
Now £150
. - Annual retention fee for registration without a licence to practise
Previously £152
Now £55
B. Standard Annual Retention Fees
This is for doctors who have graduated more than five years ago.
- Annual retention fee for full registration with a licence to practise
Previously £425
Now £390
. - Annual retention fee for registration without a licence to practise
Previously £152
Now £140
C. Standard Revalidation Fee
- Revalidation annual return fee for doctors without a designated body
Previously £250
Now £250
. - Revalidation assessment for doctors without a designated body
Previously £1,100
Now £1,100
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can I apply for GMC registration?
You can follow this link for guidance for GMC registration.
2. Can I get GMC registration fee discounts or refunds under any other circumstances?
Yes, you can. You can read about this here.