International recruitment

We work to keep you informed about the latest developments in international recruitment and how you can build your workforce from overseas.
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The latest news, guidance and updates on international recruitment in the NHS can be found here.

Latest news

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News

Latest NHS workforce and vacancy statistics

A summary of some key data recently published, with a focus on nursing vacancies.

1 June 2023
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News

Additional changes to English language requirements

The Nursing and Midwifery Council has implemented further changes to language testing following a consultation.

31 May 2023
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News

Global Health Workforce Programme announced

DHSC has announced funding to help strengthen the health workforces in Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. 

24 May 2023
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International Recruitment Toolkit

Take a look at our toolkit focused on overseas recruitment into the NHS, offering advice, guidance and examples of good practice.

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EU Settlement Scheme

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Article

EU Settlement Scheme

Your EU staff will need to apply to the Home Office EU Settlement Scheme. Find more details and resources to support applications in this section.

24 September 2021
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Guidance

Eligibility for EU Settlement Scheme flowchart

Use this flowchart as a quick guide to support your staff and help them understand whether they need to make an application.

3 February 2020
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Guidance

Preparing for the EU Settlement Scheme application deadline

Support your staff to sign up for the EU Settlement Scheme.

12 April 2021
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News

Updated right to work and EU Settlement Scheme guidance

We have updated our guidance on preparing for the EU Settlement Scheme application deadline.

12 April 2021

Latest resources

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Guidance

Quick guide: Code of Practice for International Recruitment

A quick guide to support your understanding of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel

22 May 2023
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Case Study

International Recruitment Fellowship

Find out how NHS England South East developed a programme to support and learn from international recruits to improve recruitment and retention.

17 May 2023
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Guide

International Retention Toolkit

Actions employers can take to ensure internationally recruited staff will want to stay, thrive and build lasting careers in the NHS.

10 May 2023
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Guide

Repayment Clauses Guidance

Guidance for reclaiming expenses from people recruited from overseas.

4 May 2023
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Code of Practice recruitment agency list

Here you can find a list of recruitment agencies that operate in accordance with the revised Code of Practice for the international recruitment of healthcare professionals.

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International Recruitment

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The international recruitment team sits in the workforce supply programme.