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Important Note For All The Students Enrolled/Enrolling After 18th November 2021

For Indian Students

The entire five-year course will be conducted at the university campus in Guyana. This includes one year of preclinical sciences, two years of paraclinical sciences, and two years of clinical sciences, which encompass clinical rotations at our affiliated hospitals in Guyana, namely Georgetown Public Hospital and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital.

Indian students also have the option to participate in observational practice at Max Healthcare during their vacations or semester breaks. This opportunity allows students to gain relevant competencies and familiarize themselves with the disease profile and healthcare delivery system in India.

The eligibility criteria for students traveling to Guyana to pursue their medical education remain unchanged: NEET qualification is mandatory. Students must fulfill the eligibility criteria for NEET as set forth by competent authorities from time to time. This is essential for all students who wish to return to India and be eligible to appear for the FMGE/NEXT Examination.

For International Students

The eligibility criteria for international students enrolling at Lincoln American University, School of Medicine, remain unchanged and are subject to the medical councils of their respective countries. If the parent medical council approves, students can benefit from clinical rotations in leading hospitals in countries such as Nepal, India, and the USA.

Visa Application Guidelines for International Guidelines

LAU assists its students with the Student Visa Application Form and offers support for visa renewals as well. Below is the compliance process and the requirements for entry and study in Guyana:

  • Students must submit notarized copies of their passports, along with their certificates, diplomas, or degrees.
  • The university will process the visa application locally.
  • The approval process in Guyana typically takes one month.
  • Once students are approved to travel to Guyana, they will receive an approval letter before departing.
  • A representative from the university will meet students at the airport in Guyana, where their visas will be issued upon arrival.
  • Only students with the approval letter will be allowed to enter Guyana. Students should also carry all their documents, which must be attested by the Department of Education and properly verified by local Guyanese Embassy.

Required Documents

The following is a list of documents (including those prescribed by the High Commission of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana) needed to obtain a Guyanese Student Visa:

  • Two completed visa application forms along with two recent passport-sized photographs of the applicant.
  • A valid passport (with at least 6 months of validity). Photocopy the data pages of the passport.
  • A Police Clearance Certificate (ideally issued by the Ministry of External Affairs).
  • Evidence of available funds for the duration of the visit, with a statement stamped and signed by the bank (minimum of $3,000).
  • A representative from the university will meet students at the airport in Guyana, where their visas will be issued upon arrival.
  • A Letter of Acceptance from the university.
  • A Letter of Invitation from the university.
  • Educational certificates (must be attested by the relevant authorities).
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
  • General Medical Certificate.
  • A Letter of Acceptance from the university.
  • Hotel Reservation.
  • A cover letter from the student.
  • A notarized copy of the School Leaving Certificate.