FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Joining
I've recently joined as a Member. When can I expect to
receive my certificate of membership?
Certificates are issued to our new Members shortly after
applications are processed, within approximately 2-3 weeks. New
Members will receive a welcome pack first which is followed by the
certificate of membership. If Members request to have the
certificate professionally framed then this can take up to 6 weeks
to be received from the framing company.
How and when can I use the post-nominals
'MRCGP'?
Members are eligible to use the post-nominals 'MRCGP' as long as
they remain in good standing i.e. subscription fees are paid
according to the individual payment plan (annually or by
installments). Members who sit and pass the nMRCGP should use
'MRCGP' after their name also. The new assessment is known as 'n'
while the previous exam is phased out.
When will I get an invitation to a New Members’
Ceremony?
All new Members will be invited to a New Members' Ceremony in
their first 12 months of membership. The Membership Initiatives
team will contact you as and when the ceremonies are scheduled.
Please visit the ceremony pages for more information.
If I join part-way through the subscription year how
much do I pay?
The subscription year is divided into quarters. Depending on the
time of year that you start your membership, you will be eligible
to pay differing amounts. Subscription
Fees.
When do I renew my membership?
The subscription year runs from 1 April until 31 March. You will
be sent a renewal reminder in February. If your circumstances have
changed over the last year you should inform us so that we can
apply any necessary discounts to your payment plan.
Finance
Can I claim expenses for work undertaken on behalf of
the College?
The College will reimburse claims for work undertaken on behalf
of the College, including travel and subsistence, locum fees and
loss of earnings (doctors only). We also reimburse non-members if
they do work for the College, in line with individual budget
holders’ requests. For further information please contact the
Accounts Assistant (payables) on 020 7581 3232 or email: financeae@rcgp.org.uk.
I have submitted an expenses claim to the
College. How can I find out how and when I will be
paid?
Please contact the Accounts Assistant (payables) on 020 7581
3232 or email: financeae@rcgp.org.uk.
Who can explain the membership direct debit
mandate to me?
Please contact the Accounts Assistant (payables) on 020 7581
3232 or email: financeae@rcgp.org.uk.
Where can I get a statement of my account for
the annual tax return?
Please contact the Accounts Assistant (payables) on 020 7581
3232 or email: financeae@rcgp.org.uk.