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If I continue clinical studies abroad at these universities, will I be allowed to see patients or practice as a doctor in UK/France?

17 Aug 2026 · Answered by Vandna Rani · 1 min read
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It depends. Continuing clinical studies abroad can expand your skills, but to independently see patients or practice as a doctor in the UK, Sweden, France, Italy, or Spain, you must meet each country’s medical licensing requirements.

- UK: Pass the UK Medical Licensing Assessment (UKMLA) and register with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- Sweden: Have your degree assessed, prove Swedish language proficiency, complete supervised clinical training, and apply for a Swedish medical license.
- France: Get your degree recognized, pass the French licensing exam, and register with the French Medical Council.
- Italy: Obtain degree recognition, pass the Italian licensing exam, and register with the Italian Medical Association.
- Spain: Get degree recognition, pass the Spanish licensing exam, and register with the Spanish Medical Association.

Requirements and procedures are country-specific and subject to change.

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