Nurse, no Visa yet, Should I register for CRNBC already?

[cutiecorrie]

I'm a registered nurse here in the Phils, I've recently passed the IELTS requirements of CRNBC. As you can see in our timeline, we are now waiting for our DM status and visa. Should I apply to take the CRNBC exam right now (exam will be on Oct 2011) or should I wait for our visa before I do this? I'm thinking that there would be less costs if I do this now while I'm still here in the Phils.

This is our timeline:
Jan 5, 2011 CIC rcvd app
Jan 12, DM approved sponsor
Jan 25 CEM rcvd app for PR
Feb 12 PPR
Feb 21 CEM recvd PP & AOM
March 5 Request for right for permanent residence Fee
March 11 Paid RPRF
March 23 in process
April *** waiting for Visa ***


Thanks!