Last updated8 April 2026 Article Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Last updated1 October 2024 Article Supporting the retention of internationally recruited staff webinar recording Watch the recording of the webinar on supporting the retention of internationally recruited staff.
Last updated11 August 2026 Article Employment check FAQs Find answers and further information about the NHS employment check standards.
Last updated28 November 2025 Article eVisas and what they mean for recruitment The phased roll out of online immigration status will bring changes to international recruitment and right to work checks.
Last updated19 May 2021 Guidance Working and training in the NHS Guidance for overseas-qualified medical practitioners, which provides information about work and training opportunities and immigration requirements.
Last updated17 March 2026 News Asylum-seeking doctors, nurses and other health professionals granted right to work The Home Office has announced a change to the immigration rules that will reinstate the right to work for asylum seekers.
Last updated27 September 2022 Guidance Overseas remote working briefing note Legal guidance on employing NHS staff working remotely overseas, including employment, tax, immigration and data protection considerations.
Last updated19 March 2026 News Increases to visa fees announced The Home Office has announced increases to immigration fees.
Last updated1 April 2026 Guidance Medical Training Initiative Guidance relating to the Medical Training Initiative. We describe the scheme, how it fits into the points-based immigration system and the NHS.
Last updated5 May 2026 Article Skilled Worker Route Find out about eligibility and fee structure for the Skilled Worker Visa route, including salary and sponsorship requirements.