Explicit pathway decision
A source-backed preparation route for Pakistani-qualified nurses seeking entry to the UK register through the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Collect your passport or identity evidence, qualification certificate, detailed transcript and professional-registration information. The NMC contacts relevant organizations to verify submitted information.
You can complete the NMC Test of Competence if the NMC requires it.
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Nursing and Midwifery Council
Register as a nurse or midwife if you trained outside the UK
Primary authority evidence used for the registered nurse pathway.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/Nursing and Midwifery Council
Information for internationally trained applicants
Primary authority evidence used for the registered nurse pathway.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/information-for-internationally-trained-applicants/Nursing and Midwifery Council
Accepted English language tests
Primary authority evidence used for the registered nurse pathway.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/english-language-requirements/accepted-english-language-tests/nmc.org.uk
Prepare identity, qualification and registration evidence
Collect your passport or identity evidence, qualification certificate, detailed transcript and professional-registration information. The NMC contacts relevant organizations to verify submitted information.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/nmc.org.uk
Submit the eligibility and qualification application
Open the overseas application through the NMC process, provide qualification and registration details, and pay the non-refundable evaluation fee.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/nmc.org.uk
Complete the CBT if instructed
The computer-based test is part one of the Test of Competence. Book it only after the NMC confirms the route that applies to you.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/test-of-competence/nmc.org.uk
Complete the OSCE and identity check
The objective structured clinical examination is the practical part of the Test of Competence. Original documents may also be checked face to face.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/test-of-competence/nmc.org.uk
Complete health, character, language and final registration
Provide the remaining declarations and evidence, confirm professional-indemnity arrangements, and pay the registration fee when invited.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/nmc.org.uk
NMC Test of Competence — CBT
Computer-based test; structure depends on the nursing field. Confirm the current application and test window with the NMC.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/information-for-internationally-trained-applicants/nmc.org.uk
NMC Test of Competence — OSCE
In-person objective structured clinical examination in the UK. Used within the active NMC application process.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/information-for-internationally-trained-applicants/Nursing and Midwifery Council
Official professional authority
Application and licensing gateway for United Kingdom.
https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/United Kingdom
Official employment service
Government or public employment route for checking vacancies and employer requirements.
https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/United Kingdom
Official work-authorization route
Immigration rules are separate from professional recognition and licensing.
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa