According to a report published by National Health Services (NHS), UK, in the first quarter
of 2018-19, nurse vacancies reached 44,000. This number could spiral to 100,000 in a
decade. COVID-19 has further exacerbated the situation worldwide. There would be demand
for qualified nursing across the world.

For most international nurses, the main appeal of working in the UK is our National Health
Service. Not only is the NHS abundant in nursing jobs for both native and overseas nurses,
but the benefits packages that come with NHS jobs are extremely attractive.

Aside from a fantastic healthcare system, the UK is also extremely multicultural, catering to
people from all backgrounds and cultures worldwide. Indian nurses will often find all the
comforts of home in their local communities, which makes transitioning from India to the
United Kingdom an easy and exciting process.

The nursing registration for overseas nurses is tedious and multi-step process. Mentioned
below are the criteria and steps for becoming a registered in å Nursing Registration Criteria

IELTS: Overall 7. Speaking 7, Writing 6.5, Reading 7. Listening.

Scores from two tests can be clubbed together.

Fees
– Evaluation Fee 140
– Registration Fee 153
Charges for CBT and OSCE are separate.

Step 1
– Meet the eligibility criteria

Step 2
– Begin your application
– Provide evidence of qualification and registration information
– Await the evaluation outcome

Step 3
– Take the competency tests

Step 4
– Complete registration application
– Await decision