Visiting BC

Physicians and surgeons in training and those licensed to practice independently outside of British Columbia may wish to visit BC temporarily for a clinical or educational experience. They will require a licence from the College before they commence any visit that involves patients.

Types of registration

Types of registration

There are a number of available classes of registration for physicians who want to temporarily practise in BC. The following classes require a licence from the College before they commence any visit that involves patients, regardless if they are going to provide direct care.

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For medical students enrolled in the accredited Doctor of Medicine undergraduate program and the...
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For medical school graduates wishing to gain short-term clinical experience in Canada
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For postgraduate residents enrolled at the UBC Faculty of Medicine, and postgraduate residents from...
Locum licencearrow_right_alt
For independently practising physicians wishing to complete a locum tenens in BC
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The College grants short-term registration for up to six months to physicians from other...
Podiatric students and residentsarrow_right_alt
For students enrolled in accredited Doctor of Podiatric Medicine programs and postgraduate residents...

Do you have questions about temporary licensure?

Email registration@cpsbc.ca and include a copy of your current resume and a description of your intended temporary practice in BC.

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