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Apply Early
The credentials verification process depends on the timely and complete responses of medical schools and training programs. Because unforeseen delays can occur during the credentialing process, we encourage you to complete your FCVS application at least two months before you need your FCVS profile submitted to a state medical board for licensure.

State Licensure/State Applications
The FCVS application is NOT the same as applying for a medical license with a state medical board. FCVS does not issue medical licenses; only state licensing authorities issue licenses. Each state medical board requires information and verification of credentials in addition to those verified by FCVS, and each has its own application for licensure. Many state boards accept or require the Uniform Application for licensure. Please visit your state's website to view their specific application and requirements.

Application Documents and Forms  
As part of the online application process, you will be prompted to complete a Digital Identity Validation (IDV) through DocuSign and electronically sign the FCVS Affidavit and Release Form. All other required forms and documents may be scanned and uploaded as part of your application submission.  

Diploma Image Requirements
FCVS requires you to submit a photocopy of your diploma that is sized 8.5" x 11". Options for having your diploma reduced to this size include the following:

    • Many universities offer to replace your diploma in a smaller size for a nominal fee. Contact your school’s Office of the Registrar to find out if your university offers this service.
    • FedEx offers services that include scanning to make reductions of your larger format documents. Most FedEx locations can scan documents that are up to 36” wide and not mounted or framed

Editing a Submitted Application
You may edit your application at any time. If you edit your information while your application is being processed, the new information will not be updated on the current application until you let FCVS know about the changes. Please contact FCVS customer support at (888) ASK-FCVS Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST for assistance if you want to add, correct, or delete any information entered in your application.

Application Status Communication
Email will be our primary method of communication with you. You will receive email notifications with status updates on the progress of your application. To help ensure our messages do not go to your spam folder, please add noreply@fsmb.org to your address book. 

Additionally, you can log in to FCVS and click ‘MyStatus’ to monitor the progress of your application.