Part one consists of a computer-based multiple-choice test that will be available in many nations worldwide for applicants to take in their own countries.

Part two consists of a practical objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) that will always be held in the United Kingdom. This procedure does not require applicants to complete a period of supervised practice.

English Proficiency

Midwives trained outside the UK must additionally meet the NMC’s English language requirements. As evidenced by:

Completing a language test, such as the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)- a minimum overall level of 7 is necessary, with a level 6.5 in writing permitted in addition to a level 7 in reading, listening, and speaking.

Completing the Occupational English Test (OET) with a minimum of a level B

Confirming that their pre-registration nursing programme was taught and examined in English

Points-based immigration system

The Home Office (of which UKVI is a part) is in charge of regulating how people from outside the EEA can work, train, or study in the UK.

A new points-based immigration system went into effect in January 2021, with components of it already in place by the end of 2020. If they match the eligibility conditions, the system allows both EEA and non-EEA nationals to work, train, or study in the UK.

The previous tiered structure has been mostly replaced by this points-based strategy. Except for those from the Republic of Ireland and individuals who were already in the UK on December 31, 2020, it applies to everyone from outside the UK looking for healthcare jobs and wishing to live and work here.

A Tier 2 Health and Care Worker visa allows health and care workers to travel to or stay in the UK to work for the NHS, an NHS supplier, or in adult social care.

Applications are evaluated using a point system designed to admit only individuals whose skills would benefit the UK. The number of points required and how they are awarded vary depending on the category in which individuals apply, but they must reflect:

• # A job
• offer Skill level
• Language competence
• Qualifications
• Other set criteria

Biometric residence permits

A biometric residence permit (BRP) is a card issued to foreign nationals that contains your biographic facts (name, date and place of birth), ‘biometric information’ (fingerprints and digital facial image), and specifies your immigration status and entitlements while in the UK.

When an individual applies for a visa or immigration, they are automatically issued a BRP. In passports, a 30-day sticker or vignette is issued, enabling adequate time to go to the UK. You will have ten days after your arrival to collect your BRP from a post office branch, as specified in your decision letter.

Verification of identity checks is used in the NHS as part of the recruitment process to ensure that an identity is real and belongs to the person presenting it. This check can be completed by using BRP cards to verify identity.