Getting Registered in South Africa

How to register as a General Practitioner in South Africa

Step 1.

Apply to the F.W.M.P (Foreign Workforce Management Program) based in Pretoria. (They allegedly do not support employment of doctors from developing countries.)

You will be asked provide the following

• Covering letter giving details of your reasons for migrating from your country of origin.
• Copy of all pages of your passport
• Curriculum vitae
• Qualifications
• Proof of verification of qualifications
• Proof of professional registration status
• Proof of passing relevant SA professional council exams (exam fee R1500)

Their address is Private bag x828, Pretoria 0001. Telephone – 012-312-0467 / 0498 / 0722 / 0725.

Step 2.

Apply to the H.P.C.S.A ( Health Professions Council of South Africa)

Requirements:

• Notarised copy of degree certificate
• Proof of internship training ( fill in form 10 )
• Verification of credentials by the ECFMG
• Certificate of good standing
• Proof of citizenship
• Letter of employability issued by FWMP
• Examination fee
• Registration fee
• Form 12

To obtain relevant forms and more detailed information contact the H.P.S.C.A. Their homepage is www.hpcsa.co.za

Disclaimer: This section serves as a guide only and author of this section has taken all possible care to provide accurate information. The author, however will not be held responsible for loss or inconvenience that may arise . For detailed information contact relevant authorities.