South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 81 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION STATE BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS
Article 8 - REQUIREMENTS FOR THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION (FLEX)
Section 81-81 - Oral and/or Written Examinations for Graduates of Medical Schools Located Outside the United States or Canada

All applicants for licensure graduating from medical schools located outside the United States or Canada must satisfactorily complete oral and/or written examinations (in addition to the current ECFMG, FLEX, and/or National Board Examinations) as required by this Board. This requirement is necessary to ensure that the applicant is familiar with United States medical practices, procedures and policies. A completed application must be returned to this Board at least ninety (90) days prior to the date of the oral and/or written examinations. Any expense of the oral and/or written examinations shall be borne by the applicant.

This requirement is in addition to those licensure requirements set forth in Regulations 81-80 and 81-90 of the State Board of Medical Examiners.