Breaks In Practice

Published 12 May 2022

This guidance and criteria is only applicable to applicants who hold a relevant European qualification (REQ).

If you have had a break in your medical practice, you may find it more difficult to get registration. If you do decide to apply, you will need to provide evidence to assure us that you’re safe to practise in the UK.

Please read our guidance and criteria to find out more.


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