How to spot a bad MBBS-abroad agent

1. 1

   "Admission guaranteed"

   No one can guarantee a seat or a visa. Universities decide, not agents.

2. 2

   "You do not need NEET to practise in India"

   False. NEET-UG qualification is required to be eligible to practise in India after MBBS abroad, under NMC rules.

3. 3

   Hidden charges

   Fees that grow after you pay: "documentation", "service", "hostel deposit". Ask for every cost in writing before you pay anything.

4. 4

   Unaccredited universities

   The agent will not show proof of recognition. Check the country's health ministry list and the Indian Embassy advisory. See your country page.

5. 5

   Pressure to pay fast

   "Seats are finishing today." A real offer survives a weekend of questions.

6. 6

   Refusing to show the fee in writing

   If they will not put the fee and refund terms on paper, walk away.

What to do

• Check the university on its country's page here and on the official lists.
• Read the questions to ask.
• Check your own eligibility on our free tool before talking to anyone.

These rules apply to us too. If we ever fall short, tell us.