Join the register

There are different ways to apply for registration with a license to practise in the UK. It all depends on where you qualified and your experience. Here, you can read our guides to registration and apply to join the Medical, GP or Specialist Registers. You can also move from provisional to full registration.

What you should know before you apply


How to join a register

You can find the right application and support to join either the medical, GP or Specialist registers using our application finder. It will take you through step-by-step on how to apply.



Provisional registration and foundation programme

Provisional registration with a licence to practise allows you to take part in an approved Foundation Year 1 (F1) Programme in the UK.

We also have information and advice for doctors starting the Foundation programme to support them during their first year of practice.


You need a specific registration if you are travelling with your country's teams to UK sporting events. See what you need to do get registered.
You can speak to our independent appeals team about the outcome of your application.