Does my GMC reference number change if I hold a licence?
No, your GMC reference number does not change if you hold a licence; no other number will be issued in respect of the licence to practise. We expect you to continue using your unique seven digit GMC reference number in all your professional dealings. This number was issued to you when you first registered with the GMC. This number will remain with you throughout your career, regardless of the type of registration you hold, whether you relinquish and then subsequently restore your registration, and whether or not you hold a licence to practise. The reference number is a unique identifier which enables anyone to confirm a doctor’s GMC status via the online Register or by telephoning the GMC.
