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Ordre des Médecins

Homologate Your Specialist Doctor Title in France

CDI, 35h/week, top salaries. Your French medical career starts here.

6-8 months
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€45-70k
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Why us?

We're not an agency. We're infrastructure.

Zero Rejections

Our pre-submission audit catches every gap before the CDOM sees your dossier.

Faster Results

We eliminate avoidable delays so you reach your French medical career in the shortest possible time.

Expert Guidance

Specialists in EU and PADHUE routes who know French regulatory requirements inside out.

Jobs Included

Access curated CDI specialist vacancies across France from the moment you engage with us.

The process

How we homologate your degree

From first document to first shift — here is exactly how French specialist homologation works.

01

Determine Your Track

Confirm whether you qualify for EU direct registration or must follow the PADHUE/EVC route.

02

Gather & Legalise Documents

Obtain all certified documents — conformity certificate, good standing, criminal record — within validity windows.

03

Submit Dossier to CDOM

File your complete application with the Departmental Council in your target French département.

04

Pass Language Interview

Attend the Ordre des Médecins interview where a representative assesses your French proficiency in person.

05

EVC Exams (Non-EU only)

Sit the knowledge verification exams and complete the 2-year PCC consolidation pathway if required.

06

Registration & Practice

Receive your Ordre number, sign your CDI or contract, and begin practicing as a specialist in France.

Requirements

France has two distinct tracks depending on where your medical degree was obtained.

1
EU/EEA-trained: automatic mutual recognition under the 2005 European Directive — direct registration with CDOM.
2
Non-EU trained (PADHUE): must pass the EVC knowledge verification exams before practicing independently.
3
Both a base medical degree AND a specialist diploma are required for all candidates.
4
French language proficiency at minimum B2 level; C1 recommended — assessed via Ordre des Médecins interview.
5
Clean criminal record less than 3 months old from your country of origin.
6
Certificate of Good Standing from the medical authority of your home country.

There are additional legalization and validation costs (Dataflow, License) that vary per case. Our team informs you at each stage.

Language

French B2 minimum (C1 recommended) — assessed at Ordre des Médecins interview; DELF/DALF certificate accepted as supporting proof.

EVC — Épreuves de Vérification des Connaissances

Mandatory for non-EU trained doctors only; limited to 4 registration attempts across all lists, one specialty per session, followed by a 2-year PCC competency consolidation pathway.

Required documents

Prepare these documents early — incomplete dossiers are the #1 cause of delays at the CDOM.

1

Base Medical Degree

Original diploma with certified copy; must confirm completion of full medical training.

Required
2

Specialist Diploma/Title

Certified copy of your specialist qualification recognised by the competent authority.

Required
3

Certificate of Conformity

Issued by your home country's Health Ministry confirming qualifications meet EU/national standards.

Required
4

Certificate of Good Standing

Issued by the medical authority of your home country; confirms no disciplinary sanctions.

Required
5

Criminal Record Extract

Less than 3 months old, issued by a competent authority in your country of origin.

Required
6

Valid ID / Passport

Current, in-date identity document for the CDOM registration dossier.

Required
7

French Language Certificate

DELF/DALF B2 or FCF-TEF equivalent; strongly recommended to support your Ordre interview.

8

Recent Identity Photos

Required as part of the completed Ordre des Médecins application dossier.

Required

How BookaHospi helps you

Full dossier review — we catch every missing document before the CDOM does.
Personalised EU vs. PADHUE track assessment from day one.
End-to-end document management: legalisation, certification, translations.
EVC exam preparation resources and timeline planning for non-EU doctors.
French B2 preparation guidance and interview coaching for the Ordre des Médecins.
Real-time application tracking — 24/7 visibility via your personal dashboard.
Instant access to curated CDI specialist job offers across French hospitals.
Dedicated case manager — one point of contact from submission to first shift.
After homologation

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Comparison

Doing it alone vs with BookaHospi

Processing Time

On your own

12–24 months typical

With BookaHospi

Optimised timeline with zero avoidable delays

Document Preparation

On your own

You research, gather and chase every document

With BookaHospi

We manage legalisation, certification and translations

Track Assessment

On your own

Risk of choosing the wrong EU/PADHUE route

With BookaHospi

Expert assessment confirms your correct track immediately

Application Follow-up

On your own

No visibility — waiting and guessing

With BookaHospi

Live status updates on your 24/7 personal dashboard

Job Access

On your own

Not included — you search alone after approval

With BookaHospi

Curated CDI specialist offers from day one

Risk of Rejection

On your own

High — incomplete dossiers rejected without notice

With BookaHospi

Pre-submission audit eliminates preventable rejections

Frequently asked questions

How long does specialist doctor homologation in France take?+
EU/EEA-trained doctors can register directly with the CDOM in a matter of weeks once documents are complete. Non-EU doctors must factor in EVC exam cycles plus a mandatory 2-year PCC pathway.
What is the difference between EU and PADHUE routes in France?+
EU/EEA graduates benefit from automatic mutual recognition under the 2005 European Directive and register directly with the CDOM. Non-EU graduates (PADHUE) must pass the EVC knowledge verification exams and complete a 2-year competency consolidation programme (PCC).
What are the EVC exams and how many attempts do I have?+
The EVC (Épreuves de Vérification des Connaissances) are knowledge exams mandatory for non-EU trained doctors seeking full practice rights in France. Candidates may register a maximum of 4 times across all lists and can only sit one specialty per session.
What French language level do I need to practice as a specialist in France?+
A minimum of B2 is required; C1 is strongly recommended for clinical practice. Your level is assessed in a face-to-face interview with an Ordre des Médecins representative — a DELF/DALF certificate is helpful but not mandatory.
What is a Certificate of Conformity and where do I get it?+
It is an official document issued by your home country's Health Ministry confirming your qualifications meet EU or national standards. It is one of the most critical documents in your CDOM dossier and can take weeks to obtain.
Which body registers specialist doctors in France?+
Registration is handled by the Conseil Départemental de l'Ordre des Médecins (CDOM) in the département where you plan to work. The national body overseeing the process is the Ordre National des Médecins (CNOM).
Can I work in France while my homologation is in progress?+
Non-EU doctors may work in a supervised capacity during the PCC competency consolidation pathway before full registration. EU doctors should await confirmed CDOM registration before practicing independently.
Do I need to apostille my medical documents for France?+
Documents from EU countries generally do not require an apostille but must be certified copies. Non-EU documents typically require official legalisation or an apostille — your country of origin's rules apply.
Is my Spanish or Latin American specialist title recognised in France?+
Spanish specialists trained in Spain qualify for direct EU mutual recognition. Doctors trained in Latin American countries follow the PADHUE route and must sit the EVC exams.
What salary and contract conditions can a specialist expect in France?+
Specialist doctors in France typically work under CDI contracts with a 35-hour statutory week and access to strong social benefits including health coverage and retirement contributions. Salaries vary by specialty and sector but are highly competitive across the EU.
What happens if my CDOM dossier is incomplete?+
An incomplete dossier will be rejected or suspended, resetting your timeline — sometimes by months. Pre-submission review is the single most effective way to avoid this.
How does Bookahospi help me homologate my specialist title in France?+
Bookahospi manages your full dossier — document gathering, legalisation, track assessment and CDOM submission — with real-time tracking and a dedicated case manager. Once approved, you get immediate access to curated CDI specialist job offers across France.
Are there additional costs during the homologation process?+
Yes, there are generally additional costs related to the legalization and validation of documentation (Dataflow, License). The amount is not fixed as it depends on the type of documents and the specific requirements of each case. Our team will review your documentation and inform you at each stage of the corresponding cost. Applies to all professions except medical specialist.
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