Licence renewal
What is licence renewal?
For ongoing licensure with CPSBC, licensees must renew each year by:
- completing the annual licence renewal form and
- paying a renewal fee
Licensees must complete the licence renewal process personally. It is not acceptable for licensees to ask a medical office assistant, spouse or partner to complete the form on their behalf.
Licensees who neglect to renew their licence by the February 28/29 deadline are subject to penalties and may have their licence suspended. Physicians or surgeons cannot practise medicine, prescribe or charge for services rendered without being licensed with CPSBC.
Important dates to note
| January 1 | Start of annual licence renewal season |
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| February 28/29 | Deadline to complete the Annual Licence Renewal Form and payment of fees |
| March 1 | Penalties applied for late licence renewal or late payment of fees |
| April 1 | Suspension for non-renewal of licensure or non-payment of fees |