Here Some Tips,
1. Choose Your Destination Country
Start by deciding where you want to work:
Consider the language, salary, cost of living, and licensing process.
Top choices for nurses include Canada, UK, USA, Australia, Germany, and UAE.
2. Check Eligibility and Licensing Requirements
Each country has a nursing council or regulatory body. You’ll need:
A recognized nursing degree/diploma
Valid nursing license in your home country
Minimum clinical experience (usually 1–2 years)
Good English proficiency (IELTS, OET, TOEFL)
3. Pass Required Exams
Depending on your destination, you may need:
NCLEX-RN – USA/Canada
CBT + OSCE – UK (NMC registration)
Prometric / HAAD / DHA / MOH – Gulf countries
OET or IELTS – Most English-speaking countries
4. Prepare Documents
You’ll need:
Valid passport
Nursing diploma/degree certificate
Transcript of Records
License verification
Work experience certificate
Language test results
Police clearance & medicals
5. Apply for Jobs or Register with an Agency
Use job portals: LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor
Apply to licensed hospitals or care homes
Register with a recruitment agency that handles international nurses (like ODEPC, BMB, or NHS-approved agencies)
6. Attend Interviews
Most interviews are virtual (Zoom/Teams)
Prepare for behavioral and clinical questions
Practice English communication and scenario-based responses
7. Complete Licensing and Visa Process
Finalize registration with the country’s nursing council
Get your work visa/sponsorship through your employer or agency
Submit medical and police clearance reports
8. Prepare to Relocate
Arrange your documents, finances, and housing
Pack your essentials and keep certified copies of all documents
Join online groups of nurses in your destination country
Bonus Tips
Keep your resume updated in international format
Join Facebook or WhatsApp groups for nurses abroad
Stay informed about policy changes (e.g., UK NMC updates, NCLEX changes)
Thank You
Shajith
