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The items listed below MUST be completed and mailed to the LSBME as part of the initial application process.
Oath or Affirmation
This form must be notarized. All yes answers must be accompanied by a sworn affidavit. A sworn affidavit is an explanation (in applicant’s own words) that must be typed and notarized. Note: If the Oath or Affirmation is incomplete or inaccurate, or if criminal history is found that you did not disclose, you will be required to submit a new Oath or Affirmation, a notarized affidavit as to why you did not disclose the information and a new processing fee equal to the initial licensure fee. It is important that you answer all questions fully, accurately and truthfully. Any discrepancy, inaccuracy or incomplete information on the Oath or Affirmation may be viewed by the Board as attempting to obtain a license by means of fraud, and may be a reason for the license application to be denied. Do not take the advice of friends, lawyer, etc.
Third Party Authorization
This form must be notarized. It authorizes LSBME to obtain information concerning the applicant from third parties.
Certificate of Dean/Registrar
Complete Section 1 as directed. Mail to professional school/university for completion of Section 2. The school/university must mail the completed form directly to LSBME
Background Check - NOTE: If you are a physician on a current LSBME training permit, you do not need to do another background check when applying for full licensure. LSBME conducts background checks as part of the application process. Instructions and forms can be found at the link above.
(International Graduates Only)
The board may issue a Graduate Education Temporary Permit (GETP) to an international medical graduate (a graduate of a medical school located outside of the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico) for the purpose of enrolling and participating in an accredited program of postgraduate medical education (residency or fellowship) at a Louisiana medical school, college, or other accredited medical institution.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERMIT
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Be at least 21 years of age and of good moral character
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Be a citizen of the United States or possess valid and current legal authority to reside and work in the United States duly issued by the commissioner of the Immigration and Naturalization Service
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Possess a doctor of medicine degree duly issued by a medical school approved by the board. This diploma must be in English; if not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation into English
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Possess a standard Educational Council for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certificate
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Have received written commitment from an accredited Louisiana medical school, college or other accredited medical institution formally appointing the IMG to a postgraduate medical education training program which is conducted by such medical school and is not on probation status with the ACGME. This letter must be signed by the director of the program and must be mailed directly to the LSBME.
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Pay the appropriate fee by credit/debit card of $200.00. This fee is non-refundable.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Not later than 24 months following the effective date of an initial GETP, the applicant must have taken and successfully passed step 3 of USMLE.
A GETP is for training purposes only and does not authorize physicians to practice outside of the training program.
Additional Requirements
Fees
Fee must be paid via credit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover only) .
Fee is non-refundable.
· Licensure - $200.00
Birth Certificate/Valid Visa
· U.S. citizen - submit a notarized or certified copy of your birth certificate.
- U.S. citizen not born in the U.S. - submit a notarized copy of your certificate of citizenship, consular report of birth abroad or certificate of naturalization.
- Non-U.S. citizen - submit a notarized copy of current proof of citizenship. Acceptable forms of citizenship are an H1B Visa, J1 Visa, O1 Visa, TN Visa, Permanent Resident card or Employment Authorization card.
- Louisiana law (LA RS: 37.12) requires a valid permit to live and work in the United States to practice medicine.
- J1 Visas are structured for training and educational purposes only. The typical sponsor for a Medical Doctor’s J1 Visa is the ECFMG. A J1 visa is not for employment outside of a formal training program.
- H1B Visas are intended for those who are performing a specialized service or occupation. These Visas are usually sponsored by hospitals or a particular employer.
- The LSBME works with the United States INS to grant interlocking letters to obtain an effective date for the H1B Visa. The effective date of the Visa will be the effective date of the Louisiana license or permit issued by the LSBME.
- The applicant’s employer usually needs a valid LSBME license to complete the credentialing process for hospitals, insurance companies, and professional liability insurers. Therefore, the licensure applicant should work with the United States INS Visa sponsor to set the effective date for the Visa.
OTHER INFORMATION
Communication with the Board
Mailing Address - LSBME, 630 Camp Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Questions - Contact our licensing department at licensing@lsbme.la.gov. To find the analyst directly assigned to your application, click on Contact Us.