See the table on this page for the current figure and date it took effect, and confirm it on the GMC’s fees page before you pay.

Do UK medical students pay to sit the UKMLA?

It is normally part of your degree, but ask your medical school whether any fee applies, for example to a resit.

What other costs should I plan for?

English tests, verification of your qualification, GMC registration, travel, accommodation, revision materials and visa costs.

The cost depends on your route.

The AKT and CPSA are normally part of your medical degree. Ask your medical school whether any fee applies to you, for example for a resit.
Budget for revision materials, question banks and travel to your exam venue.

Add English language tests, qualification verification, GMC registration, travel and a place to stay for PLAB 2, and visa costs.
A resit means paying the exam fee again.

How much is PLAB 1?: See the table on this page for the current figure and date it took effect, and confirm it on the GMC’s fees page before you pay.
Do UK medical students pay to sit the UKMLA?: It is normally part of your degree, but ask your medical school whether any fee applies, for example to a resit.
What other costs should I plan for?: English tests, verification of your qualification, GMC registration, travel, accommodation, revision materials and visa costs.

General education, reviewed 27 October 2026. Guidance changes: confirm with the official sources. Not medical, legal or immigration advice.