Correct

Yes, the steps mentioned in the text you quoted are accurate.

Cancel the Prometric appointment. Then log on to your IWA account and click on "extend eligibility period" and wait for new scheduling permit and then log on to Prometric again to schedule a new date in your new eligibility period.

Note, that since you have less than 30 days before your scheduled Prometric appointment, then you have to pay a fee to Prometric.

Note, that requesting an extension of your eligibility period does not automatically cancel your current scheduled appointment, you have to cancel your Prometric appointment first.

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HELP

Yes, the steps mentioned in the text you quoted are accurate.

Cancel the Prometric appointment. Then log on to your IWA account and click on "extend eligibility period" and wait for new scheduling permit and then log on to Prometric again to schedule a new date in your new eligibility period.

Note, that since you have less than 30 days before your scheduled Prometric appointment, then you have to pay a fee to Prometric.

Note, that requesting an extension of your eligibility period does not automatically cancel your current scheduled appointment, you have to cancel your Prometric appointment first.

MY DOUBT-----

-i Cancelled my appointment within 30days of my exam but prometric didnta sk me to pay any fees and in the mail sent by USMLE website its said tht i must call prometric and inform them abt this is tht true....

 

written letter is needed.

Hey,

Cancel your already scheduled appointment.

You have to send a letter in writing requesting for an extension in your eligibility period to the ECFMG. Clearly mention your ECFMG ID no. and the letter has to be signed by you.

You will receive a new scheduling permit in 2 to 3 weeks time.

I am not sure about the re-scheduling fee.

 

Hey,

Cancel your already scheduled appointment.

You have to send a letter in writing requesting for an extension in your eligibility period to the ECFMG. Clearly mention your ECFMG ID no. and the letter has to be signed by you.

You will receive a new scheduling permit in 2 to 3 weeks time.

I am not sure about the re-scheduling fee.

r u sure about that because they write that i should cancel then go ecfmg iwa press on extend ur eligibility period?????????
u made me confused !!!!!!!!! did u extend ur peroid b4 ???????and when ???????????

 

That is all absolutely true though I feel the safest and easiest way is to call ecfmg/Prometric and do it on the phone.

 

Hi, i had to extend my eligibility period. I logged in IWA and sent request for extension of eligibility period. They asked me to send form 183 E verified by college because i just graduated (applied as a student). I was unaware of the fact that i had to cancel my appointment with pro-metric center first... silly me:toosad: I have not sent my form 183 yet and will send it in couple of days. As soon as after reading this post, i canceled my prometric center appointment. WILL I HAVE TO PAY 65$ AGAIN. or its fine now. my test date was 30th june. and now is cancelled.
Thanks

 

You don't need to write any letter. First cancel your appointment with Prometric for which you have to pay a fee then you can extend your eligibility period through IWA, I think the fee for this extension is 65 $ currently.

 

these r usmle extension prices

 

Today I canceled my appointment and rescheduled from ECFMG/IWA and I paid $65.
to extend my eligibility and they didn't send me email

You have successfully submitted the on-line part of your request.
The Certification of Identification Form (Form 186) you previously submitted to ECFMG remains valid.
If the processing of your request is not completed by 25 Jul 2011, your request will be rejected.
ECFMG will send you an e-mail confirmation after receiving the on-line part of your request and after
your request has been processed.

When will they send the confirmation email? after how many days?
and
my status is(Medical education credentials received and verification is pending.)
Is there anything more to do?

 

Nothing to do more. just wait for the email. I think you should receive email within a week.

 

I have seen in ECFMG web site that you need to get your credentials verified to extend your eligibility period.

 

Step 2 CK
Original Eligibility Period : 01 Apr 2011 to 30 Jun 2011
Extended Eligibility Period Requested : 01 Apr 2011 to 30 Sep 2011
Deadline : 25 Jul 2011
(ECFMG must receive the on-line part and, if required, the Certification of Identification Form [Form 186] or
Certification Statement [Form 183-E] by this deadline.)

 

does old eligibility period remain an option after extending

i want to extend my eligibility period form may-june-july to aug-sept-oct
my question is can i take the exam in july after i extend my eligibility period or is it only the newly designated 3months (aug-sept-oct)
the problem is that i wanted to take the exam in july but im facing some problems in my home country and i'm not sure if i can still make it in july so i'm extending to be prepared to any scenario, but at the same time i really want to take the exam in july if i can. so does old eligibility period remain an option after extending or not
thanx in advance,,,,,,,,,

 

i want to extend my eligibility period form may-june-july to aug-sept-oct
my question is can i take the exam in july after i extend my eligibility period or is it only the newly designated 3months (aug-sept-oct)
the problem is that i wanted to take the exam in july but im facing some problems in my home country and i'm not sure if i can still make it in july so i'm extending to be prepared to any scenario, but at the same time i really want to take the exam in july if i can. so does old eligibility period remain an option after extending or not
thanx in advance,,,,,,,,,

no u cant have ur exam in july if u extend it
i did have the same problem i wanted to have my exam in june but there was no seats so if u wan to extend ur eligibility period do it b4 1 week of ur exam and i think by that time u will know if u can have it in july or not

 

call the ECFMG and tell us if that possible
geefa right the eligibility peroid will be from for ex (1 april till 30 september ) but i dont if u can or u cant have exam .....

 

Eligibility Period Extension

Hi everyone,

I have a question regarding my Eligibility period and extension.
My eligibility period ends in June (it was April, May, June). I feel like I might need more time so I would like to know how to extend it to July August September and most likely take the exam in early July (thats if i extend it)!

I searched the threads and came across Sabio's post above -

Yes, the steps mentioned in the text you quoted are accurate.

Cancel the Prometric appointment. Then log on to your IWA account and click on "extend eligibility period" and wait for new scheduling permit and then log on to Prometric again to schedule a new date in your new eligibility period.

Note, that since you have less than 30 days before your scheduled Prometric appointment, then you have to pay a fee to Prometric.

Note, that requesting an extension of your eligibility period does not automatically cancel your current scheduled appointment, you have to cancel your Prometric appointment first.

My questions are -

1) After clicking "extend eligibility period" how long do I wait till I get my new scheduling permit.

2) Do I have to do anything with the school again? Form 186 ? That was the only form I sent in along with the photos etc when I applied the first time. Do I have to send those in again?

Thanks for the responses.

 

1) After clicking "extend eligibility period" how long do I wait till I get my new scheduling permit.

Usually 2-3 Weeks

 

help

I got my schedule permits and ECFMG sent me this email

Your REVISED STEP 2 CK SCHEDULING PERMIT IS NOW AVAILABLE on the ECFMG Interactive Web Applications (IWA) website. Discard any previously printed permits for this exam.

YOU MUST PRINT YOUR REVISED SCHEDULING PERMIT AND BRING IT WITH YOU TO THE TEST CENTER ON YOUR SCHEDULED DATE. You will not be able to take the test if you do not bring your revised Scheduling Permit to the test center.

To access your Scheduling Permit, go to IWA at https://iwa2.ecfmg.org, login, and select "Print/Reprint your USMLE Step 2 CK Scheduling Permit." Your permit will open in a new browser window. Use your browser's "Print" function to print the permit.

but there is note in the email that I don't understand

Important Note for Examinees who

- cancelled a testing appointment 30 or fewer days before their scheduled test date, or
- were turned away by the Prometric Test Center on their scheduled test date, or
- did not appear on their scheduled test date.

If you fall into one of these three categories and have not already called Prometric to pay an appointment change fee, your updated eligibility record failed to load into Prometric's system. You will not be able to schedule a testing appointment until you call Prometric, as directed on your scheduling permit, and pay a fee to reinstate your eligibility record. After you have paid the appointment change fee, you must e-mail NBME at USMLEReg@nbme.org to notify the NBME that you have paid the appointment change fee. In your e-mail to NBME, you must

- type "Resend Eligibility" in the subject line, and
- type in the e-mail text that you have paid the appointment fee to Prometric. Include your full name, USMLE ID Number, examination type (Step 1 and/or Step 2 CK) and Testing Region in the e-mail text.

After receipt of the e-mail from you, the NBME will send your updated information to Prometric and respond to you within two business days. After you receive NBME's response, you can then contact Prometric to reschedule your testing appointment. Please do not telephone the NBME.

I canceled my Prometric exam date only in 13 may and my exam supposed 23 may I didn't pay for Prometric (I cancel online) and then I extended my eligibility, I paid $65 only
What I have to do plz advise me?
do i have to call the Prometric now or when I want to set a date for my exam?

 

do i have to call the Prometric now or when I want to set a date for my exam?

Yes, Call Prometric to reinstate your eligibility. They'll ask you to pay $50 for cancellation.
Prometric fees is separate from the ECFMG fees.
After you cancel with them (pay the fees), you need to contact the email they mentioned in their email.

PS- Let us know what will happen with you.

 

I called them and I paid $50 and I sent that NBME email let us wait 2 days and see whats going on with my case
thanks for all the help I got from this lovely forum.

 

???????

I sent the email to NBME (USMLEReg@nbme.org) since 7 days (5 business days if we skip Sat and Sunday) and they didn't reply to me

After you have paid the appointment change fee, you must e-mail NBME at USMLEReg@nbme.org to notify the NBME that you have paid the appointment change fee. In your e-mail to NBME, you must

- type "Resend Eligibility" in the subject line, and
- type in the e-mail text that you have paid the appointment fee to Prometric. Include your full name, USMLE ID Number, examination type (Step 1 and/or Step 2 CK) and Testing Region in the e-mail text.

After receipt of the e-mail from you, the NBME will send your updated information to Prometric and respond to you within two business days.

So I want advise what I have to do? resend them the same email again? or wait?

 

So I want advise what I have to do? resend them the same email again? or wait?

Send them the email again and call ECFMG.
Let us know what happens with you.

 

I called ECFMG they say contact NBME again this is not related to ECFMG and the problem with NBME
so yesterday I sent the email again to NBME
plz help what I have to do?

They write in the email don't call NBME

 

I have a feeling that there's something wrong here.
The NBME is for US Medical Students only, not for IMGs.
Also this is the first time I hear that you have to email the NBME to confirm your new Prometric appointment!
I suggest you call the ECFMG again. Tell them specifically "why am I contacting the NBME? I am not a US Medical Student"
See what they tell you.

Calling the ECFMG repeatedly does no harm and is often beneficial because different employees have different experiences and knowledge and your second or third call might solve the problem.

Tell us what will happen with you.

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i call them again they say NBME not only for usa medical student
and said this is 1st time someone complain from NBME
wait another 2 days
i send the email again yesterday
i dont know what to do more

 

I still think there's something wrong.
IMGs should never contact the NBME.
See this page
http://www.nbme.org/contact/index.html
They clearly mentioned in that page that USMLEreq@nbme.org is for US and Canadian Medical students, not for IMGs.

Also, the fact that they told you "you are the first one complaining about NBME, is another proof, that your situation is unusual".

OK, try to call the NBME here's the phone number
(215) 590-9700
Don't worry that they told you not to call, nothing will happen just call them and see what they say about it.

 

I just realized that you are not the first IMG to experience this.
I found that there was another IMG who had to contact the NBME, here's the link
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=10630783

 

THANKS a lot
I read it but didn't say if he received an email from NBME
he turns in circles with the ECFMG like me

 

Hi
were you able to figure out what you have to do ?
I am going to change my eligibility period today as well!
I called ECFMG and they said my Form 186 is still valid so i dont have to fill it out again. So i believe i dont have to do anything with the school just have to cancel my prometric appt and apply for extension online. Is that correct ?

 

Important Note for Examinees who

- cancelled a testing appointment 30 or fewer days before their scheduled test date, or
- were turned away by the Prometric Test Center on their scheduled test date, or
- did not appear on their scheduled test date.
If you fall into one of these three categories and have not already called Prometric to pay an appointment change fee, your updated eligibility record failed to load into Prometric's system. You will not be able to schedule a testing appointment until you call Prometric
then send NBME email
also
ecfmg will send u email of extension with schedule permits within days

 

i called NBME today they say NBME is for american medical graduate
and then i called ECFMG and talked with manger he said call prometric and try to reschedule if they didnt allow u call ECFMG again

so because Prometric open from (Sun to Thur) i will call on Sunday and see what will happened
I am turning in circles I don't know what to do more

 

i called NBME today they say NBME is for american medical graduate
and then i called ECFMG and talked with manger he said call prometric and try to reschedule if they didnt allow u call ECFMG again

so because prometric open from (Sun to Thur) i will call on sunday and see what will happened
iam turning in circles idont know what to do more

oh thats odd! i dont think ive ever heard of ECFMG doing this to anybody until i read Sabios other post! Hope it works out! When are u planning on taking the exam ?

Also, where do i go online to extend the eligibility? Is it on the OASIS website after logging in ?

 

Hi
I just went online to cancel my prometric appointment which was booked for June 28th. So i have 32 days left!
and this is what the msg said -
This appointment is past the cutoff date for modification.

Do you know what that means? Do i have to pay a fee? I still have more than 30 days !

 

I applied for extension but ECFMG is asking me to pay $65.00 Is that a general fee or am i late?

 

Hey guys,
I have finished the Extension and Im now waiting to receive confirmation from the ECFMG. Thanks for all the help

 

i hope the dilemma is over

today i called prometric and she ask about my confirmation number she said i can reschedule with no problem and she said my eligibility is reinstate.
i hope the dilemma is over

 

today the NBME send me email

Dear Dr.

I was informed that you paid the appointment change fee to Prometric to reschedule your appointment for the above examination.

Prometric reinstated your eligibility record, and I updated your eligibility period in their system. You may now go online or call Prometric to schedule a new appointment in your extended eligibility period using the Scheduling Number from your Scheduling Permit.

Sincerely,
Rachael, on behalf of USMLE Registration
National Board of Medical Examiners
http://www.nbme.org

funny i took the NBME 20 days to send the email
so if that happen to someone just call prometric to be sure that the NBME updated ur new eligibility
i hope this experience will help the others