Mexico - Apply for Medical License

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Medical License, the applicant has to approach the Secretaría de Salud. link
2. Register for and successfully pass the National Medical Examination (Examen Nacional de Aspirantes a Residencias Médicas) administered by the Mexican Ministry of Health. This examination evaluates the medical knowledge and skills of aspiring physicians.
3. Complete the required period of postgraduate medical training or residency program in your desired medical specialty. The duration and specific requirements may vary depending on the specialty.
4. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
5. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
6. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
7. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
8. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
9. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
12. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
13. They may conduct interviews or request additional information if necessary.
14. If the application is approved, the applicant will be issued a medical license by the licensing authority.
15. The license enables you to practice medicine legally in Mexico within the specified scope of your training and specialty.
16. This entire process can be completed within 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Valid identification documents (passport, national ID card, etc.).
• Birth certificate.
• Medical degree and transcripts.
• Proof of completion of postgraduate training.
• National Medical Examination results.
• Language proficiency certificate (if applicable).
• Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
• Recommendation letters (from supervisors, professors, etc.).
• Other supporting documents as requested.

Office Locations & Contacts

Secretaría de Salud.
Avenida Costera Miguel Alemán,
Municipio Acapulco de Juárez 276 Colonia Hornos 39355 Guerrero
Email - [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any postgraduate training person who intends to Apply for Medical License is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Surname
• Address
• ZIP code
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Parents name
• Nationality
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Other details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A Medical License in Mexico is an official authorization granted by the relevant regulatory body or State Medical Board that allows individuals to legally practice medicine in the country.
• It is a professional credential that signifies that the holder has met the necessary qualifications and requirements to provide medical care and services to patients.

Information which might help

• Obtaining a Medical License in Mexico involves completing a medical degree from a recognized and accredited medical school, passing the National Medical Examination, and completing a period of postgraduate training or residency program in a specific medical specialty.
• The license demonstrates that the individual has the knowledge, skills, and competency to diagnose and treat patients within their designated scope of practice.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The Medical License is essential for individuals to practice medicine professionally in Mexico. It enables them to legally provide medical services, prescribe medications, perform medical procedures, and offer healthcare advice to patients.