North American Veterinary Licensing Exam (NAVLE)

The NAVLE is a requirement for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in all licensing jurisdictions in North America. The NAVLE is offered throughout North America and at certain overseas sites at computer testing centers. The NAVLE is typically available during a four-week testing window in November-December, and a two-week window in April.

Information on this essential licensing examination is available at the National Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (NBVME) website.

The site includes such topics as:
 

  • Information and Application
  • Candidate Bulletin
  • NAVLE Process Summarized
  • NAVLE FAQs
  • Practice Versions-NAVLE