Top 10 Questions Foreign-Trained Pharmacists Ask About Practicing in the USA

Thinking about practicing pharmacy in the USA? Start here.

This guide answers the 10 questions internationally-trained pharmacists ask most often about becoming licensed in the United States, in plain language.

Inside, you'll find clear answers on:

• The step-by-step path from foreign graduate to U.S. licensed pharmacist
• What FPGEC certification is and why you need it
• The FPGEE exam: what it covers and how to prepare
• Whether your degree qualifies, including the five-year curriculum rule
• English proficiency requirements
• Internship hours and how to find a preceptor
• The NAPLEX and state law exam (MPJE)
• Costs and timeline to plan for
• Visa and work authorization basics

Format: Instant PDF download.

Requirements and fees change and vary by state. This guide is for general information only and is not legal or immigration advice. Always confirm current details with NABP and your state board of pharmacy.