NAPLES, Italy (AP) — Foreign-trained veterinarians eyeing practice in Italy face a crucial aptitude test this autumn, with the Ministry of Health setting specific dates for the assessment.
The Ministry of Health has officially announced the dates for the aptitude test required to recognize veterinary qualifications obtained abroad. This vital examination for aspiring veterinarians who studied outside Italy is scheduled for October 2025.
Autumn Session Details
The autumn session will be hosted at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the “Federico II” University of Naples. Prospective participants should mark their calendars for the following dates:
- Written test: Oct. 28, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.
- Practical/oral test: Oct. 29, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. (This session is exclusively for those who successfully pass the written component.)
Candidates aiming to take part in this session and to understand the test’s precise format are strongly encouraged to consult specific documents detailing the requirements and procedures. Preparation materials are also accessible to help candidates get ready.
- Foreign-qualified veterinarians need to pass an aptitude test for practice in Italy.
- The autumn test session is in Naples on Oct. 28 and 29, 2025.
- Passing the written test is a prerequisite for the practical/oral exam.
- Eligibility requires a specific managerial decree and transmission note.
Understanding the Recognition Process
For those wishing to temporarily or permanently practice veterinary medicine in Italy, a formal recognition process for qualifications earned abroad is in place. The specific pathway depends on where the veterinary degree was obtained—whether within a European Union member state or a third country.
Further information on recognizing health profession qualifications can be found here.
