All Trainees are requested to submit their LTFT Application in the Application windows. Once the window closes, all applications will be reviewed by the Programme Directors and relevant Health Boards/Practices to ascertain if the application can be supported.
A full breakdown of the anticipated timeline can be found in the LTFT Policy.
The February window will open on the 1 February and close on the 28/29 February for trainees wishing to start working LTFT between the following 1st of August and 31st of January.
The August window opens on the 1 of August and closes on the 31 August for trainee wishing to start working LTFT between the following 1 February to 31 July.
February Window 2025 Applications
Trainees who have sudden ill health or the sudden need to take on caring responsibility or are returning to training are able to apply outside of the application window and should apply by submitting the digital Exceptional Circumstances application form below. We advise that the process should take approximately 8 weeks, therefore please bare that in mind when submitting your application.
Exceptional Circumstances Application
Trainees who have accepted an offer to a training programme in Wales and wish to go LTFT at the point of commencing in post can apply by submitting a digital application within 10 days of receiving confirmation of their training post from HEIW. This has been outlined in your welcome letter. Please note, it can take up to 8 weeks for applications to be approved; please bear this in mind when submitting an application.
LTFT Application for New Recruits
Trainees who wish to increase their WTE can do so by submitting an application outside of the application window. We advise that the process should take approximately 8 weeks therefore please bare that in mind when submitting your application.
Increase in hours application form