Welcome to the FSMB's online registration for the USMLE Step 3.

To utilize the FSMB's online registration for Step 3 you will need:

• ACCESS TO A COMPUTER WITH A PRINTER: The computer must have one of the following web browsers installed: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.x or Netscape Navigator 6.x or higher. The printer is necessary to print and then mail the required forms, e.g., the Certification of Identity form.
• A CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD: A Visa or Master Card will be necessary to submit payment for the Step 3 Online Application.
• AN E-MAIL ADDRESS: This will be the primary means for FSMB to communicate with you regarding your application. An email address must be provided on your Step 3 application. This email will be used to notify you of your Step 3 application processing status. You must make sure that you allow emails from usmle@fmsb.org to be received by your email address. Examinees that provide an email address ending in an .edu and some free accounts will either reject the email notifications all together or will send the email to your SPAM or JUNK email folders. Non receipt of emails will not be accepted to request extensions or refunds for the Step 3.

If you do not have each of these items listed above, you will have to complete a paper application.

Before you begin the online registration process, you should carefully review both the USMLE Bulletin of Information, the USMLE Step 3 Content Description and General Information and the Biometric Identity Management System Privacy Notice for USMLE Candidates. Your signature on the Certification of Identity form signifies that you meet all USMLE and state-specific eligibility requirements, have read the Bulletin of Information and agree to abide by the policies and procedures it describes.

You should also review the Frequently Asked Questions on this website before beginning online registration for Step 3. If you have questions that are not answered by the materials on this website or the USMLE Bulletin, please contact FSMB at (817) 868-4041 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or email us at usmle@fsmb.org.

At the end of your registration for USMLE Step 3 you will be asked if you would like to create an FCVS profile using your Step 3 information. This is strictly voluntary. If you are going to apply for licensure with a board that is an "accepting" board of FCVS profiles, it may be beneficial to you to create your FCVS profile now. [ FAQ on FCVS ]