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Certified Translations for GMC Registration
Doctors applying to join the medical register with the General Medical Council must provide English versions of any documents issued in another language. This includes primary medical qualifications, certificates of good standing and identity documents. The GMC requires a certified translation from a professional translator, submitted with the original document, so it can verify your evidence.
Requirements
What GMC Requires of a Certified Translation
- The translation carries a signed statement confirming the translation is a true and accurate rendering of the original, the date, and the translator's full name and contact details.
- It is a complete translation of the qualification or supporting document, including seals and registration numbers.
- The translator or translation company is professional and independent of the applicant.
- The translation is presented together with a copy of the original document the GMC is verifying.
- Names and dates are transliterated consistently with the passport used in the application.
Documents
Documents Commonly Translated for GMC
FAQ
GMC translation questions
Does the GMC accept certified translations of my medical qualification?
Yes. Where your documents are not in English, the GMC requires a certified English translation from a professional translator, provided alongside a copy of the original document.
Can I translate my own documents for the GMC?
No. The translation must be produced by a professional translator or translation company that is independent of you. A self-made translation will not be accepted.
Do I still need to send the original-language document?
Yes. The GMC verifies the translation against the source document, so a copy of the original must accompany the certified translation.
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