MBBS Study Abroad

Topic We Cover: MBBS Study Abroad

1. Advantages of MBBS study abroad
2. Admission Procedure for MBBS Study Abroad
3. Eligibility for MBBS study abroad
4. Documents required for Medical Council of India eligibility
5. Top Countries for MBBS Study Abroad
6. MBBS study abroad: Overview
7. Why MBBS Study Abroad?
8. MCI Guidelines for MBBS study abroad
9. Budget & Fees for MBBS study abroad
10. Visa Procedure for MBBS study abroad
11. Student Visa Classifications for MBBS study abroad

• Based on Program’s Duration
• Based on Type of Program/ Student

12. Documents Required for Student Visa Application for MBBS study abroad
13. Popular Scholarships for MBBS study abroad
14. Top Medical Colleges for MBBS study abroad 

In India not only students but also their parents dreaming that their child will be a doctor. Fulfilling this desire is not so easy for middle class families due to availability of fewer seats for medicine across the country and the colossal fee structure. But, all hope is not lost. Aspiring doctors can now do MBBS Study Abroad to make their dreams come true.

I know most of you now think that, “What rubbish! If medical fees in India are touching sky, then how can we afford MBBS study abroad for our young one?”  But let me clear you that, your inference is absolutely erroneous. Nowadays, there are many countries such as China, Russia, and other European countries which provide best and affordable education in medical along with optimum accommodation and other facilities for the ones who opting for MBBS study abroad.

Advantages of MBBS study abroad

Before understand about the Benefits of MBBS study abroad first know about few facts about medical study in our country. Let’s have a look at a couple of stats:

• Every year around 10 lakh students appear for the MBBS exam to get admission to the approximately 50,000 MBBS seats available all over in India.
• Every year, only 5% of aspiring ones will accomplish their purpose and become a doctor.
• In India, there are all over 335 medical colleges comprises 181 private institutions and 154 government institutes.
• The annual fees of most of the private institutes are approx 4 to 5 lakhs which is a pain for any middle class family.

In contrasting to above, MBBS study abroad has become smooth and complacent. Let’s look how MBBS study abroad helps Indian students.

1. No Donation

As we know, Indian institutes take huge amount of capitation fee but this is not in the case for colleges or universities abroad. Colleges abroad have zero donations or capitation fee, even the tuition fee is very low.

2. No Entrance Test for Admission

Other countries held not any entrance examination for MBBS study abroad. Admission will be held on the basis of the 12^th performance and first-cum-first-serve basis. Students with more than 75% in their 12th standard are given preference.

3. Extremely Low Cost of Living

MBBS study abroad is cheap in terms of living. For example, studying MBBS in Ukraine gives the cost as low as $100 and $200 per month, living cost in China will be as low as Rs. 7K to Rs. 14K per month. It also depends on the lifestyle of the student.

4. World Class Infrastructure

Students will get campuses having World class structure which is also globally recognized by organizations like WHO, UNESCO, European Council etc.

5. International Exposure

Overall, MBBS study abroad will give international exposure to the students because there are students from different countries, backgrounds and ethnicity which will greatly help them in settling down.

Admission Procedure for MBBS Study Abroad

For MBBS study abroad, students can approach to the representative or agents who can help students in guiding them regarding their career growth and other opportunities available in their respective countries. And those students who later on continue their medical practice in India have to studies in institutes which are recognized by Medical Council of India or they need to give an exam which is conducted by the Indian government to select foreign educated MBBS degree holders to start practicing.

List few countries and their admission procedure for MBBS study abroad:

Admission procedure for MBBS in Russia

Admission in Russia for MBBS is exceptionally uncomplicated, basic, and unequivocal.

• Firstly, hopefuls need to fill the application with all the right points of interest.
• Then, submit the other required details.
• Collect the affirmation letter through online confirmation. In fact, you may get the affirmation letter within 10 working days.
• Pay the enrollment expense.
• Then after payment of the MBBS fees in Russia, Please visit Embassy of the Russian Federation.
• Get the Russian Visa.
• Take your flight to Russia after the completion of all the procedures.

Admission process for MBBS in Ukraine

To get admission in MBBS in Ukraine, no need to give any entrance exam like TOEFL or IELTS. All you need to satisfy the accompanying criteria:

• Age should be 18 at the very latest 31st December, of the time of admission to the MBBS study abroad.
• The candidate must pass the 12^th with at least 50% of marks.

Application process for MBBS in Ukraine is as follows:

• Firstly, Fill the application form for MBBS.
• Submit the scanned copies of your passport and essential documents through the online admission portal.
• Take admission letter through admission portal.
• Initiate the immigration procedure once you will get the admission confirmation
• Once you receive the invitation letter please visit the Embassy of Ukraine in Delhi.

MBBS degree in Europe

• Faculty and student ratio is 1:10
• Strong alumni network
• Approved by WHO and MCI
• Educational loan can be availed from nationalized banks
• Mode of education is English
• Fully recognized universities from government
• After completion of the course a student will be eligible to work in India, USA, UK and Europe
• Separate hostel for boys and girls

Eligibility for MBBS study abroad

An Indian student needs the eligibility certificate from Medical Council of India for MBBS study abroad. You can download the certificate of eligibility from the MCI official website.

Students who have scored 50% or above aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English are eligible to apply for MBBS study abroad. As per the MCI guidelines the age of the student should be over 17 years.

Documents required for Medical Council of India eligibility

• Mark sheet of 10^th, 11^th, and 12^th
• Four color photos
• Admission letter
• Caste certificate (if required)

Country	Class 12 Aggregate Percentage in Physics, Chemistry and Biology	Other Special Criteria
Philippines	Gen.-50%  SC/ST/OBC- 40%	No
Russia	General -50%  SC/ST/OBC- 40%	Higher Percentage Required for Some Colleges, Contact GMF for enquiry.
Ukraine	General -50%  SC/ST/OBC- 40%	Higher Percentage Required for Some Colleges, Contact GMF for enquiry.
China	Every College has its own criteria. Please contact GMF.	No
Bangladesh	8 GPA for Government Colleges. 60% marks in Biology in class 12.	Must passed 12th
Kyrgyzstan	Genl -50%  SC/ST/OBC- 40%	Yes

 Top Countries for MBBS Study Abroad

Although there are many countries which are good for MBBS study abroad but best suited are UK, Australia, France, Germany, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, USA are the top ten countries to study medicine. Let’s look the brief description of the various necessary entities has also been enclosed along with each of them.

MBBS Study Abroad – UK

Every year UK accepts thousands of international students for medicine course. In order to fulfill the eligibility criteria for admission in UK in MBBS a student is required to obtain:

• AAA grades with either chemistry or biology.
• a minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 7.0 with scores not less than 6.5 in all four categories of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
• The result of UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) decides the selection into various medical and dental schools.
• The duration of the course ranges from 4to 6 years.
• After completion of 2 years of study, the students are required to undergo a foundation training of 2 years.
• The strict deadline for applications is 15^th Oct every year for start of study in September of the following year.

Required documents for MBBS study abroad.

• X and XII attested copies of score cards.
• Statement of Purpose
• Score cards of IELTS, UKCAT/BMAT
• Proof of funds
• Curriculum Vitae

MBBS Study Abroad – in Australia

• Minimum score of 7 in IELTS.
• Need to qualify the Undergraduate Medicine and health Admission Test (UMAT) organised by the AQF.
• Graduate Australian Medical Schools Admissions Test (GAMSAT) or Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) scores is required. The score should be at least be 50 in each section, and a score of at least 50 overall.
• The medicine programs are usually 4 to 6 years followed by one year of internship and one year of residency upon the completion of which the MBBS degree is awarded.
• The specialty training is of 3 to 8 years and is optional.
• The deadline for applications is around June 30 every year.
• Apply for MBBS study abroad before one year prior from the application closing date.

List of required documents for studying medicine abroad in Australia.

• Certified copies of Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• Score cards of IELTS and UMAT/GAMSAT/MCAT
• Curriculum Vitae
• Proof of funds

MBBS Study Abroad – in France

• France is renowned for its age old traditional medical methodologies used in teaching.
• French is used to taught.
• Register for FYHS (First Year of Health Studies) and pass the Examination
• The study consists of 6 years of study followed by 3 to 5 years of additional clinical residency training which is as follows- PCEM, DCEM and speciality.
• The deadline for applications in most of the universities in France is around June every year.

List of required documents for MBBS study abroad in France

• Copy of 10^th and 12^th mark sheets.
• French Language Competency Certificate (B2)
• Application for entry in medical education.
• Curriculum vitae
• Proof of funds
• Health insurance

MBBS Study Abroad – in Canada

• In Canada, MBBS is known as MD (Doctor of Medicine, considered as an undergraduate degree).
• The one who willing to pursue medicine in Canada have to undertake the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).
• The medical course is a three to five year program.
• Those with a bachelor degree in the appropriate field are eligible for the 4 year program while the others have to opt for the 5 year program.
• After that, residency training of 2 to 7 years of duration is also required.
• The deadline for applications for medical studies is around June 30 every year.

List of required documents for MBBS study abroad in Canada

• Certified copies of Class 10 an12 mark sheets.
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae
• Two academic references
• Score card of MCAT

MBBS Study Abroad –in Germany

• Germany is one of the most preferred destinations owing to its low course fees as compared to other countries.
• Germany has world class and finest medical education.
• 5% of seats are available for international students.
• Students need to qualify the Test for Medical Studies (TMS) or Test fur Medizinische Studiengange
• German language is used to taught the aspirants.
• The course of study is for six years.
• The last date for applications is around 15^th July of every year.

Required documents for MBBS study abroad in Germany.

• Original certificates of 10^th and 12^th
• German language competency certificate B1.
• Score card of TMS
• Proof of sufficient funds

MBBS Study Abroad –in Singapore 

• Need decent score in the IELTS or TOEFL to prove their proficiency in the English language
• Must have qualified the BMAT examination.
• The duration is of five years followed by one year of housemanship training.
• International students also have a service obligation of six years.
• The deadline of application is around mid July every year.

Documents required for MBBS study abroad in Singapore.

• Certified copies of Class 10 an12 marksheets.
• Statement of Purpose
• Two academic references
• Curriculum Vitae
• Score card of IELTS/TOEFL and BMAT

MBBS Study Abroad –in the US

• The medical degree offered in the US is known as Doctor of Medicine (MD)/Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• MCAT test is must to pursue education in medicine.
• The applicants must have a four year Bachelors degree in Sciences or related subjects.
• four years course followed by 7 years of residency training.
• The application deadline is usually starts in June and lasts till mid November.

Required documents for MBBS study abroad in USA

• Marksheet of X and XII
• Bachelor’s degree certificate and marksheet
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae
• Two academic references
• Score card of MCAT
• Proof of sufficient funds

MBBS Study Abroad –in Russia

• Russia is popular for medicine abroad due to its low course fees and level of education that is at par with the global standards.
• No separate examination.
• Admissions are purely on first-come-first-serve basis.
• Medicine in Russia is taught in both English and Russian languages.
• Students are also taught Russian which will help them to interact with the patients.
• The duration  of course is 6 year
• The last date for admissions is around mid July every year.

Documents required for MBBS study abroad in Russia

• Certified copies of Class 10 an12 marksheets and certificates.
• Category certificate if applicable
• Copy of filled application form
• No Objection Certificate from MCI

MBBS study abroad: Overview

Countries	Previous UG degree	Duration of UG degree (if required)	Duration of medical course	Requirement of additional speciality training
US	Yes	4 years	4 years	3–7 years of residency
UK	No	NA	4 –6 years	2 years of foundation training
Australia	Occasionally (both undergraduate and graduate programs are offered)	4 years(in case of graduate entry program)	4 –6 years	1 year of internship and additional 1 –2 years of residency training
France	No	NA	6 years	3–5 years of speciality training
Germany	No	NA	6 years	No
Canada	Yes	4 years	4 years	2– 7 years of residency training
Singapore	No	NA	5 years	1 year of internship known as housemanship
Hongkong	No	NA	5 years	1 year of internship
Russia	No	NA	6 years	No
Malaysia	No	NA	5 –6 years	3 years of internship known as housemanship

 Why MBBS Study Abroad?

• Education standard is EXCELLENT.
• MBBS study abroad recognized by MCI and WHO
• English medium education.
• No racism or discrimination.
• International exposure.
• Fees are lower.
• Easy to reach to any country from India with daily flights.
• Availability of Indian food.
• MCI Training available.
• Over 20,000 Indian students are enrolled in for MBBS study abroad.

• No entrance exam.
• Admission based on 12th standard PCB marks.
• Guaranteed and Direct admission system.
• Absolutely no donation / capitation fees while MBBS study abroad.
• MBBS study abroad scholarship available with select few Universities such as MBBS in USA.
• Very low cost starting from Rs. 1.35 Lacs per year right up to Rs. 5.00 Lacs of tuition fees.
• Living cost in many countries almost matching that of Indian cost.
• MBBS study abroad also provides PG courses.

MCI Guidelines for MBBS study abroad

1. It is for all Indian students who are willing to take medical qualification from any recognized medical institution in any other country.
2. Students must register themselves with a State Medical Council (SMC) who wants to practice in India after receiving medical education from foreign nation.
3. NBE organized the entrance exam FMGE which is must to pass for those who want to continue their practice in India after completing their MBBS study abroad. This is a required as per section 13(4A) of the IMC Act, 1956 amended in 2002.
4. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria from the MCI before appear at the FMGE. This is as per Section 13(4B) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
5. Under section 4 and 5 of MCI on Graduate Medical Education 1997, candidates are issued EC by the MCI subject to fulfillment of criteria. Since the criteria for selection are defined in the Regulation, it is mandatory to follow these criteria.
6. As per the instructions given by the Supreme Court of India dated 17.12.2013 in SLP No.36956/2013, apirants taking admission in medical courses in foreign nations after 16.04.2010 are need to qualified from the same institution.
7. The computer based Screening Test is conducted by NBE twice in a year in June and December. NBE provides the list of pass% students in terms of country and college wise. To obtain registration certificate, a candidate need to clear FMGE who competed their graduation from any foreign Medical Institutions.

Before taking admission to any college, candidates are recommended to check the medium education in that particular college and also understand about the monthly living expenses / availability of hostel facility etc..

8. Indian students are advised to take the admission to Foreign universities/institutions by themselves and not through agents. They should ensure compliance with necessary qualifications prescribed under Indian regulations viz. Section 4 “Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 1997”.

Under Section 5 of “Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 1997” a selection procedure has been prescribed regarding admission of students in medical courses in India.

MCI advised foreign institutions to give preference to Indian students who have scored higher marks in all India competitive examination like All India Pre- Medical Test (AIPMT). (obtaining 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB) subjects at qualifying examination is the minimum).  The institutions must ensure about the quality of candidates being admitted to their courses. The performance in FMGE matters in the admission of candidate.

9. Candidates make sure and satisfy with all the information given to them is correct by the foreign College/ University/ like tuition & other fee, facilities, curriculum of the course, language of teaching, monthly living expenses, availability of hostel facilities, etc. MCI may consider obtaining undertaking from the candidates in this regard. At the time of issuance of EC, a candidate also provides a copy of the Indian MBBS curriculum as per Graduate Medical Regulation so that they can refer the same in the context of their training at overseas medical institutions.
10. Medical Institutions abroad must check the official website of MCI before admitting Indian students in terms of:
11. MBBS curriculum followed in India.
12. To got approval from Government of India, medical colleges of India required statutory requirements in terms of faculty, infrastructure etc.

iii. Clinical competencies at UG level.

11. The foreign institutes need to provide English as a medium of teaching to Indian students, preferably in English, and also gives some exposure to clinical material by removing restrictions, if any, Indian medical students are allowed to access to local patients.
12. Government of India assesses the various medical institutions abroad in terms of consultation to help and guide Indian students willing to pursue admissions in medical courses there. Provide counsellor access to Indian students abroad to resolve various issues pertaining to their education.

Budget & Fees for MBBS study abroad

Top destinations for MBBS study abroad-

Country	Minimum Package (Including College Fees+Accommodation+Food) in lakhs
MBBS in Philippines	25
MBBS in Russia	22
MBBS in Ukraine	22
MBBS in China	20
MBBS in Bangladesh	30
MBBS in Kyrgyzstan	17

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List of top 25 universities with top rank medical studies departments, Globally, as per the QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) World University Rankings 2013.

QS World University Rankings 2013	University/ Institute	Country	Average Annual Tuition Fees for International Students (Undergraduate)	Average Annual  Tuition Fees for International Students (Graduate)
1	Harvard University	US	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000	$ 36,000 - $ 38,000
2	University of Oxford	UK	$ 30,000 - $ 32,000	$ 26,000 - $ 28,000
3	University of Cambridge	“	$ 24,000 - $ 26,000	$ 28,000 - $ 30,000
4	Johns Hopkins University	US	$ 42,000 - $ 44,000	$ 42,000 - $ 44,000
5	Stanford University	“	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000
6	Yale University	“	$ 40,000 - $ 42,000	$ 34,000 - $ 36,000
7	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	“	$ 34,000 - $ 36,000	$ 30,000 - $ 32,000
8	Imperial College London	UK	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000
9	The University of Melbourne	Au stralia	$ 34,000 - $ 36,000	$ 30,000 - $ 32,000
10	Karolinska Institute	Sweden
11	University of Toronto	Canada	$ 26,000 - $ 28,000	$ 16,000 - $ 18,000
12	University of California, San Francisco	US
13	UCL (University College London)	UK	$ 24,000 - $ 26,000	$ 26,000 - $ 28,000
14	Columbia University	US	$ 44,000 - $ 46,000	$ 36,000 - $ 38,000
15	Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	“	$ 40,000 - $ 42,000	$ 42,000 - $ 44,000
16	Duke University	“	$ 40,000 - $ 42,000	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000
17	The University of Sydney	Australia	$ 30,000 - $ 32,000	$ 30,000 - $ 32,000
18	University of Pennsylvania	US	$ 42,000 - $ 44,000	$ 28,000 - $ 30,000
19	McGill University	Canada	$ 14,000 - $ 16,000	$ 14,000 - $ 16,000
20	National University of Singapore (NUS)	Singapore	$ 10,000 - $ 12,000	$ 18,000 - $ 20,000
21	The University of Tokyo	Japan	$ 6,000 - $ 8,000	$ 6,000 - $ 8,000
22	University of Michigan	US	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000	$ 38,000 - $ 40,000
23	King's College London (KCL)	UK	$ 24,000 - $ 26,000	$ 28,000 - $ 30,000
24	University of Hong Kong	Hong Kong S.A.R., China	$ 14,000 - $ 16,000	$ 14,000 - $ 16,000
25	Kyoto University	Japan	$ 6,000 - $ 8,000	$ 6,000 - $ 8,000

 Philippines Medical Colleges Fees MBBS in Philippines- Low Cost & Affordable

Name of College	Total College Fees (in INR)
AMA School of Medicine, Makati Campus, Metro Manila	15,00,000
University of Perpetual Help	18,12,500
Angeles University Foundation	20,15,000
Our Lady of Fatima University	23,14,000
AMA School of Medicine, Makati Campus, Manila- MD Course	11,87,500
University of Perpetual Help- MD Course	14,37,500
Bicol Christian College of Medicine 5.5 year Course	11,25,000 (2017 Fees)
Emilio Aguinaldo College of Medicine 5.5 year Course	18,93,750 (2017 Fees)
Davao Medical School Foundation 5.5 year Course	19,50,000

 TOP MEDICAL UNIVERSITIES FOR MBBS IN RUSSIA:

Medical Universities in Russia	MBBS Fees in Russia (Per Year).  In INR
Altai State Medical Univ.	337900
Dagestan State Medical Academy	337900
Irkutsk State Medical Univ.	175700
Belgorod State Univ.	337900.
Kazan Federal Univ.	608000
Crimean Federal Univ.	209500
Northern State Medical Univ.	283800
First Moscow State Medical Univ.	939881
Novosibirsk State Medical Univ.	608000
Orel State Univ.	263500
Perm State Medical Univ.	304000
People’s Friendship Univ. of Russia	831000
Orenburg State Medical Univ.	464200
Bashkir State Medical Univ.	337900
Ryazan State Medical Univ.	304000
Volgograd State Medical Univ.	416965 .

 MBBS in Ukraine Fee Structure

Global Medical Foundation is authorised for providing admission in all the following colleges for MBBS in Ukraine. In this Ukraine medical college list, some of the top-ranked and best medical universities are mentioned in Ukraine:

Universities	1st year Fees (Including Hostel and other charges) in US $	1st year Fees (Including Hostel and other charges) in Rs	Fees per year (2nd - 6th Year) in US $	Fees per year (2nd - 6th Year) in Rs.	2nd-6th year Hostel in US $	2nd-6th year Hostel in Rs	Total Course Cost with Hostel in US $	Total Course Cost with Hostel in Rs
Vinnitsa National University	$ 7,000	4,50,100	$ 4,400	2,82,920	$ 600x5= $ 3,000	1,92,900	$ 32,000	20,57,600
Kyiv Medical University	$ 6,500	4,17,950	$ 3,500	2,25,050	$ 1,200x5= $ 6,000	3,85,800	$ 30,000	19,29,000
Bogomolets National Medical University	$ 7,800	5,01,540	$ 4,300	2,76,490	$ 1,000x5= $ 5,000	3,21,500	$ 34,300	22,05,490
V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National Medical University	$ 7,200	4,62,960	$ 4,300	2,76,490	$ 500x5= $ 2,500	1,60,750	$ 31,200	20,06,160
Kharkiv National Medical University	$ 7,700	4,95,110	$ 4,800	3,08,640	$ 500x5= $ 2,500	1,60,750	$ 34,200	21,99,060
Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University	$ 7,000	4,50,100	$ 4,000	2,57,200	$ 280x5=US $ 1,400 (Can be different depending on the hostel availability)	90,020	$ 28,400	18,26,120
Ternopil State Medical University	$ 6,500	4,17,950	$ 4,100	2,63,630	$ 400x5= $ 2,000	1,28,600	US $ 29,000	18,64,700
Odessa State Medical University	$ 7,800	5,01,540	$ 4,370 (Fees increase every year from 2nd year onwards)	2,80,991... (Fees increase every year from 2nd year onwards)	$ 1,100x5= $ 5,500	3,53,650	$ 39,000	25,07,700
Sumy State Medical University	$ 6,500	4,17,950	$ 4,000	2,57,200	$ 600x5= $ 3,000	1,92,900	$ 29,500	18,96,850
National University Shevchenko	$ 6,500	4,17,950	$ 4,000	2,57,200	$ 800x5= $ 4,000	2,57,200	$ 30,500	19,61,150
Lviv National Medical University	$ 7,000	4,50,100	$ 4,200	2,70,060	$ 800x5= $ 4,000	2,57,200	$ 32,000	20,57,600
Donetsk National Medical University	$ 7,100	4,56,530	$ 4,000	2,57,200	$ 1,000x5= $ 5,000	3,21,500	$ 32,100	20,64,030
Zaporozhye State Medical University	$ 7,000	4,50,100	$ 4,200	2,70,060	$ 800x5= $ 4,000	2,57,200	$ 32,000	20,57,600

Visa Procedure for MBBS study abroad

Student Visas for MBBS Study Abroad

As the name suggests, Student Visas for MBBS study abroad are issued to applicants whose prime concern is to pursuit education to the particular country. This is groundless to say, these legal documents are exceedingly important and invaluable while getting admission in the abroad. Every country has its own Immigration Laws which could vary as per the requirements of documents to the various proofs of funds acceptable to what all the visas would let you do apart from studying in the country. Moreover, there are some points are common that are apparent in all student visa applications.                   

Student Visa Classifications for MBBS study abroad 

Student Visas for MBBS study abroad are often classified on the basis of two broad distinction points

1. Based on Program’s Duration

Visa issued to the applicant is rely upon the tenure of the program undertake by the claimant. Often, the countries segregate the student visa into two categories - Short Term Student Visas or Long-term Student Visas. Short-term visas are for them who are planning to take short term courses or diploma the tenure of these courses is often limited to 90 days i.e. 3 months. On the other hand, Long term visas are given to students who are planning to take up degree courses reaching beyond the 3 month period. It might also include internships and small certificate programs of 6 months.

    2. Based on Type of Program/ Student

Some countries classify the student visas basis the type of student. This could be the level of degree applied for (undergraduate, graduate or doctoral), exchange student or student applying for a vocational/ diploma course. These visas are also depend on the type of course, the student is applying for, these are somewhat linked to the tenure. However, in these categories, the first point of distinction is not how long the program would be for. If you are, say for an instance, an exchange student, you could be going for 3month or 3 years, the category would still be based on the type of student and not the tenure.

Documents Required for Student Visa Application for MBBS study abroad

Every country has its own list of specific documents required for Visa application for MBBS study abroad; it depends on the Immigration Law. However, there are two documents which you would require certainly.

• VALID PASSPORT

This is the primary requisite. While you would need a valid passport, what you need to know is that for different countries, the requirement of the validity of your passport might vary. Few countries prefer that your passport have the validity until the end of the course even at the time of applying for the visa. On the other hand, some might let you apply but request you to extend the validity of your passport beyond the intended stay in the country.

You also need to ensure that you have at least two blank pages in your passport for stamping for a visa. What is important to note is that in case you have any expired passports, you would still have to submit a copy of all such passports.

• PROOF OF A BONAFIDE STUDENT

No matter which country you are applying to, if you are applying for any category of Student Visa, you must be able to prove that you are a bonafide student. This is often done by producing confirmation of admission for MBBS study abroad with an educational institute of that country.

• FINANCIAL LUCIDITY

Most of the countries would require you to prove that you are capable of not only taking care of the tuition and college expenses but also have the requisite funds to afford your stay in that country for the intended study period. While many countries have a stipulated amount of funds it would require, some have broader more extensive guidelines. In many European countries like Germany, Netherlands, etc. have a minimum living cost computed as per government standards. Those who applying for visas in these countries, must provide proof that the said amount is available with them in ready cash. Read more about the Financial Documents Required for MBBS Study Abroad Applications.

• LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Another thing which is required perhaps across various countries is the proof that you can communicate in the language which would be your medium of instruction. Since most of the students plan to study in English speaking countries, most of them would require you to provide proof positive that you can communicate in English - both written and verbal. This is usually done by a minimum score requirement for various English Language Tests like TOEFL, IELTS and/or PTE. Accordingly, if you plan to take up a course in any other language (say German for instance), you would be required to provide certification for that language in accordance to the CEFR Certified Levels.

UK does not recognize TOEFL for Visas. Hence, it is important that before a student writes an English Language Test, he/she checks whether or not the country's immigration department recognizes that test. Also, The MBBS study abroad guidelines for Visa for different countries usually mandates a minimum score. Sometimes, abroad universities might offer admission at a lower score, but visas would be rejected due to not meeting the minimum standard score.

The complete list would depend on the country you are applying to. While some countries would require medical proofs, some might require a blocked account. Many countries also require an SOP. Provided below are the link for the individual country visa requirements and the process, visa fees and documents required.

Popular Scholarships for MBBS study abroad

The world class education in top international universities is a wish of many aspirants, however, to attaining this dream, the deserving ones face much hindrance and the prime one is the arrangement of the funds to accomplish those dreams. In order to overcome this obstruction, many universities, organizations, and government firms give scholarships to talented students, so, they are not denied quality education. Below we have provided a list of top international scholarships which students can avail to pursue higher education abroad.

• Heinrich Boll Scholarships for Undergraduates, Graduates, and Ph.D. Students
• Ontario Graduate Scholarship- Other Master Programs
• London Business School Fund Scholarships
• Global Study Awards
• Central Sector Scheme of National Overseas Scholarship for SC etc. candidates

VISA PROCESS FOR MBBS IN RUSSIA:

1. In a request to apply for a Russian student visa, student secures a place at a Russian institute. To applying for Visa to study medicine in Russia student are advised to book the seats in advance.
2. The Russia student visa is issued as a solitary passage visa that is conceded for a time of 3 months to 1 year. This visa is an extendable one that can be supplemented relying upon the span of the course of study. However, it might be changed over to the different sections.
3. One of the following is important:

• A formalized report issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs of the Russian Federation. It fortifies enticing instructive establishment’s application.
• Welcome letter from the enticing instructive Russian educational institute.

VISA PROCESSS FOR MBBS IN UKRAINE

• Once you receive the offer letter to study MBBS in Ukraine, the first thing you need to do is to address the Ukraine embassy located in New Delhi. There you can know about the complete information about to get a student visa.
• To get the travel permit control in Ukraine you need to determine the recognition along with the visa, the duplicate of the official welcome and the Medical protection policy during your MBBS in Ukraine.
• On achieving the place of study, all the international students must be enlisted in the nearby specialists within 3 working days. When in doubt, we complete this method as a free support of our candidates.

Top Medical Colleges for MBBS study abroad 

MEDICAL UNIVERSITIES IN RUSSIA

• VOLGOGRAD STATE MED. UNIV.
• FIRST MOSCOW STATE UNIVERSITY
• KAZAN STATE MED. UNIV.
• BASHKIR STATE UNIVERSITY
• CRIMEA FEDERAL UNIVERSITY
• RUSSIAN PEOPLES FRIENDSHIP UNIVERSITY

SOME OF THE MEDICAL UNIVERSITIES BASED IN UKRAINE:

• Odessa I.I. Mechnikov National University
• National Pedagogical University
• The National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine
• National Mining University
• Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
• National Technical University of Ukraine
• Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
• National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy

US

• Harvard Univ.
• Stanford Univ.
• Johns Hopkins Univ.
• University of California—​San Francisco
• University of Pennsylvania (Perelman)
• Washington University in St. Louis
• Yale Univ.
• Columbia Univ.
• Duke Univ.
• University of Chicago (Pritzker)

UK – Best Institutes 

• University of Oxford    
• University of Cambridge
• UCL
• Imperial College London        
• Kings College London  
• The University of Edinburgh  
• The University of Manchester
• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine       
• Queen Mary University of London
• The University of Nottingham

Australia - Best institutes:

• The Univ. of Melbourne 
• The Univ. of Sydney
• The Univ. of New South Wales
• Monash Univ.
• The Univ. of Queensland
• The Australian National Univ.
• The Univ. of Adelaide    
• The Univ. of Western     
• The Univ. of Newcastle
• The Univ. of Wollongong

Germany - Best institutes:

• Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg
• Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
• Humboldt University of Berlin
• Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
• Technical University of Munich
• RWTH Aachen University
• Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
• Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
• Hamburg University
• University of Bonn