Important update to LMCC eligibility and issuance starting January 26, 2026

The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) is introducing important changes to the Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC) to modernize the process and enable candidates to obtain their LMCC earlier in their medical career.

Effective January 26, 2026, candidates will no longer be required to complete twelve months of postgraduate training to qualify for the LMCC. Eligibility will instead be based on two clear steps:

1. Have been awarded a pass result on the MCC Qualifying Examination (MCCQE) Part I, and 

2. Successful source verification of the medical degree. 

This streamlined process means candidates can secure their LMCC earlier in their training path.

As part of these changes, the MCC will introduce digital LMCC issuance as the standard. Eligible candidates will receive a digital LMCC number either automatically or upon request, depending on the timing of their exam application. Printed Testamurs and wallet cards will remain available as optional items for a fee, offering flexibility for candidates who wish to obtain physical documents.

To support this transition, the administrative fee to obtain the LMCC will be significantly reduced. The table below outlines how fees and eligibility will now apply.