The My Status page in your FCVS (Federation Credentials Verification Service) account provides a real-time overview of where your application stands in the credentialing process. Each status reflects a specific stage in the lifecycle of your FCVS profile, helping you understand what actions—if any—are currently underway or required.
What Each Status Represents
- In Progress
This means you've started your FCVS application but haven't submitted it yet. You can still make changes or add information before finalizing. - Submitted
Your application has been officially submitted and is undergoing initial review by FCVS staff. - Pending Verification
FCVS is actively reaching out to third parties—such as your medical school, postgraduate training programs, or exam organizations—to verify your credentials. This stage depends heavily on how quickly those institutions respond. - Processing
Credentialing specialists at FCVS are reviewing the documents and responses received. They’re validating the accuracy and completeness of your profile. - Complete
Your profile has been fully verified. It’s now ready to be sent to the licensing boards or institutions you selected. - Deficiency
Something is missing or incorrect in your application. FCVS will notify you about what needs to be corrected or submitted. - Released
Your verified profile has been sent to the designated board(s) or institution(s) per your request.
Why Statuses Matter
Each status helps you monitor progress and anticipate next steps. If any action is required from you, FCVS will notify you directly through the application or via email. Staying aware of your current status ensures you can respond promptly and avoid delays in your credentialing timeline.
Understanding “Complete” Status on parts in MyFCVS
When viewing your profile in MyFCVS, you may notice that certain verification items are marked as “complete.” While this status suggests progress, it doesn’t always mean the verification was successfully received from the program or institution.
What “Complete” Really Means
A “complete” status indicates that FCVS has fulfilled its responsibility to request this verification and follow up with the institutions to obtain it. This can include:
- All required verification attempts made to the program or school, even if no response was received (especially on older requests)
- Non-accredited programs reported in your profile, which FCVS typically does not verify.
- System limitations that may show an item as “complete” even if documentation is still pending.
In short, “complete” reflects FCVS’s process—not necessarily the program’s response.
How to Confirm Verification Status
To get accurate, up-to-date details about your verification:
- Contact FCVS Customer Service directly.
They can clarify whether:- A verification was successfully received, or
- The item was marked “complete” due to non-response or non-verification criteria.