What the MCCQE route costs, and how long it takes
MCC fees for the MCCQE
Source verification, the NAC, CaRMS, prep and travel are separate; check each organization's current fee page.
The MCCQE fee is $1,500. Many IMGs spend two years or more between their first MCC application and starting residency.
Last reviewed 2026-09-30
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MCC fees for the MCCQE
| Item | Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|
| MCCQE application (non-refundable) | $1,500 |
| Eligibility window extension (once) | $120 |
| Withdrawal fee (if eligible to withdraw) | $750 |
| Digital LMCC (applications after Jan 26, 2026) | $0 |
Fees as published on the MCC's fees page at the time of review; they change. Source verification, the NAC Examination, CaRMS and provincial fees are separate — check each organization's current fee page.
Costs the MCC doesn't list
- Source verification and translation of your documents
- The NAC Examination and the CaRMS application, if you take the residency route
- Prep courses and question banks
- Travel to a Prometric centre, and Canadian clinical experience or observerships
- Language testing, where a province or program requires it
- Time out of paid work
A realistic timeline
- Source verification: weeks to several months, depending on your school.
- MCCQE: after acceptance you have a 12-month window to sit the exam (extendable once by 12 months). Results arrive about 4–5 weeks after the session ends.
- Residency route: CaRMS runs one main R-1 match a year, so plan your MCCQE and NAC results around its deadlines.
Many IMGs spend two years or more between their first MCC application and starting residency. Passing the MCCQE on the first attempt is the cheapest way to shorten that.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the MCCQE cost?
$1,500 CAD per application, non-refundable, per the MCC's fees page.
How long do I have to take the MCCQE after applying?
A 12-month eligibility window from acceptance, which you can extend once by another 12 months (for a fee) when it is within 60 days of expiring.