Frequently asked questions for physicians
Important principle: EU degree ≠ automatic EU passport
An EU degree means that the education was completed in an EU or EEA member state.
An EU passport relates to citizenship—that is a separate issue.
The place where the degree was completed is decisive for recognition, not citizenship.
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What does an EU degree mean in the recognition process in Germany?
An EU qualification means that your training was completed in an EU or EEA member state.
The EU Professional Qualifications Directive applies to doctors and many healthcare professions.
➡️ This means:
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Automatic recognition
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No knowledge test
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No content equivalence test
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Fast and legally secure process
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As an EU graduate, do I need to take a knowledge test?
No.
With an EU-compliant degree, no medical knowledge test is required.
Recognition is formal—the prerequisites are:
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complete documentation
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language skills
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formally correct procedure
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What language skills are required?
Even with an EU degree, German language skills are mandatory:
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B2 General German (certified)
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C1 Medical terminology (technical language exam at the Medical Association)
👉 Without passing the technical language exam, it is not possible to obtain a license to practice medicine.
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How long does recognition take with an EU degree?
As a rule:
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2–4 months after the application is complete
Requirements:
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Complete documentation
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Valid language certificates
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Correctly selected competent authority
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Do I need a professional license, or will I receive my license to practice immediately?
With an EU degree:
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usually direct approval
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Professional license only in exceptional cases
This enables:
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full medical practice
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immediate specialist training
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better pay scale classification
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Are there any differences between EU degrees and non-EU degrees?
Yes – very big differences.
EU degree
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Automatic recognition
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No knowledge test
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Fast process
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Fewer documents
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High degree of planning security
Non-EU degree
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Individual assessment
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Usually knowledge test
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Long process
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Extensive documentation
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Uncertain duration
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Do I need a visa?
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EU passport: No visa required
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Non-EU passport + EU degree: Visa required, but simplified
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Non-EU passport + non-EU degree: Complex visa + recognition
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How does CareMP2 support EU graduates?
CareMP2 supports you:
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with recognition
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with the technical language exam
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with job placement
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with contract review & integration
👉 Our focus: a quick and secure start to your career
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How fast can I work with CareMP2?
Our EU clients in the FSP preparation course / with licensure:
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receive job offers within a few weeks
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start within 2–3 months
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Are there any costs for me?
Generally, no, provided that our client already has German licensure.
The placement costs are then usually borne by the employer.
Costs may arise for:
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Language courses
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Examination fees
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Translations
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Services in the recognition process