Homologación de Odontólogo/a en Francia

For non-EU practitioners, the full PADHUE/PAE process takes a minimum of 3 to 4 years. EU diploma holders via the fast-track recognition route can complete it significantly faster.

The Épreuves de Vérification des Connaissances (EVC) is a mandatory knowledge exam for non-EU dental graduates administered by the CNG. You have a maximum of 4 attempts across all specialty lists combined — preparation is critical.

Yes, but only through the full Procédure d'Autorisation d'Exercice (PAE) for PADHUE practitioners. The process includes the EVC exam, supervised practice, and Ministry approval.

A minimum B2 level is mandatory, proven by TCF, TEF, DELF, or DALF certification. A C1 level is strongly recommended for clinical practice and ONCD registration.

EU/EEA nationals, Andorrans, Moroccans, and Tunisians have a direct pathway to ONCD registration. Other nationalities must follow the PADHUE authorization procedure.

No. A general chirurgien-dentiste diploma only qualifies you as an omnipraticien. Practicing orthodontics, oral surgery, or oral medicine requires the corresponding specialty diploma.

Core documents include your legalized and translated dental diploma, criminal record extracts, French language test certificate, and CNG EVC registration confirmation. A full checklist depends on your specific pathway.

The Ordre National des Chirurgiens-Dentistes is France's mandatory professional regulatory body for dental surgeons. Registration is legally required before you can see a single patient.

The Hocsman procedure allows EU dental professionals with an unrecognized diploma to register if they provide a conformity attestation and prove three years of effective practice within the EU.

Dentists in France benefit from strong remuneration, CDI contracts, and the 35-hour work week framework. Salaried positions in clinics and public hospitals also include social benefits and pension contributions.

The Centre National de Gestion (CNG), under the Ministry of Health, manages the PAE procedure for PADHUE practitioners. It administers EVC registrations and issues final authorization decisions.

Bookahospi guides you from eligibility check through ONCD registration — dossier preparation, EVC strategy, real-time tracking, and job placement all in one platform. You focus on your future; we handle the 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.