How do I submit my Overseas Medical Attestation report?

To submit your Overseas Medical Attestation report, read through the information below and send your report to CPSA by mail or courier.

• The form submitted must be the original document with the physician’s physical (wet) signature.
  • The physician can follow the instructions outlined in the physician FAQ here.
• CPSA only reviews the medical form signed by the physician. It is not necessary to include additional pages.
  • CPSA’s role is to verify that the medical exam was performed by a physician licensed to practice in Alberta.
• Upon receipt of the medical report, CPSA will:
  • verify that the physician holds an active license to practice within Alberta and
  • affix our signature, stamp and seal the report.
• The medical report and documents will be returned via the mailing or courier method provided. You must include a pre-paid return envelope along with the document.
  • The pre-paid envelope can have any return address for where you want it to be returned. Ensure you include:
    • Your address
    • VISA or employment office
      • Make sure to include all necessary documents/results, etc., within the package.
    • Company or individual helping with the application
      • Make sure to include all necessary documents/results, etc., within the package.
  • If no pre-paid envelope is provided, CPSA will return the document to the sender via regular Canada Post mail.
  • We recommend that the patient note any tracking numbers so they can view where the package is on its shipping route.
• CPSA aims to process the document and return it within 2 business days.
  • Time frames for returning the document vary depending on the speed of service chosen by the courier company and their availability to collect the document.
• In the event you must come in person to receive your attestation, please call 1-800-561-3899 and our support team will be happy to help you book an appointment.
  • CPSA is an appointment-only organization. We will try our best to accommodate your request.
  • Appointments are available on Tuesday afternoons, 1 pm – 3 pm, and Thursday mornings, 9 am – 12 pm.
  • If you are unable to make your 15-minute timeslot, please call 1-800-561-3899 and our support team will help you rebook your appointment.

How to mail or courier your report to CPSA:

Choose any mail or courier service type from the following list. Note: CPSA does not accept medical reports electronically, by fax or by copy versions.

• • Canada Post Regular Mail
  • Canada Post XpressPost
  • Purolator
  • FedEx

Mailing address:
CPSA (College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta)
Attention: Reception
2700 – 10020 100 ST NW
Edmonton, AB T5J 0N3

Additional information:

• CPSA is unable to attest other documents outside of the Overseas Medical Attestation.
• There is no charge for this service.