NMC OSCE Visitor VISA

NMC OSCE VISITOR VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

This step-by-step guide outlines all necessary steps to ensure a successful United Kingdom (UK) visa application for international nurses.

  1. A Basic Understanding

If you’re an international nurse from India, Nigeria or other applicable countries planning to visit the UK, you may need to apply for a Standard Visitor Visa to take the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). This visa will allow you to stay in the UK for up to 6 months.

Filling in and applying for the Standard Visitor Visa is an easy process which can be easily done by yourself, so you may not need to spend hefty money on solicitors . It is a straightforward process, complete the application by submitting the relevant documents.

Check the step-by-step guide below.

  1. Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Check If You Need a Visa

  • India, Nigeria and other countries:Yes, you need a visa to visit the UK for your OSCE.
  • Visit the UK Government’s official website for more details.

Step 2: Gather Required Documents (Details Below)

  • Make sure you have all the required documents to hand, before you begin your application process.

Step 3: Apply for a Standard Visitor Visa

  • You must apply online via the UK government’s website: UK Visa Application.
  • The application process involves filling out forms, uploading documents, and paying the visa fee.

Step 4: Submit Your Biometrics

  • After submitting your online application, you’ll need to visit a visa application centre (VAC) to provide biometric information (fingerprints and photograph).

Step 5: Wait for a Decision

  • Once you’ve completed the application, it typically takes about 3 weeks to receive a result

  1. Documents Required

To apply for your visa, you’ll need:

  • Valid Passport(with at least 6 months validity)
  • Proof of Funds: Bank statements showing you can support yourself during your stay.
  • Letter of Invitation: Confirmation that you’re coming for the OSCE.
  • Visa Application Form: Filled out online.
  • Proof of Accommodation: Booking details or address where you’ll stay.
  • Proof of OSCE: Confirmation that you are scheduled to take the OSCE.
  • Travel Itinerary: Flights and travel arrangements.

Additional supporting documents may include:

  • Previous passports (if applicable)
  • Proof of ties to your home country (like a job or family)

  1. Fees and Main Application Steps

  • Visa Application Fee: £115 for a Standard Visitor Visa (as of now).
  • Healthcare Surcharge: You do not need to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) for short-term visitor visas.

Main Steps:

  1. Go to the official UK visa website.
  2. Complete the online application form.
  3. Pay the visa application fee.
  4. Book an appointment for biometrics.
  5. Attend your appointment at the Visa Application Centre (VAC).
  6. Submit your documents.

  1. Where and How to Apply

  • Apply Online: You can apply for your Standard Visitor Visa on the official UK government website for visas: UK Visa Application.
  • Visa Application Centres (VACs):
    • In India: VACs are available in major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and so on.
    • In Nigeria: VACs are available in cities like Lagos and Abuja.

After applying, make sure to track your visa status online, and once your visa is granted, you’ll receive instructions on how to collect your passport with the visa.

Fees and Expenses International Nurses must Consider when Applying for a Standard Visitor VISA.

  • Overall Expenses or Money Required to fund the process:
    1. Visa Fees – If you are planning to travel to the UK to take the OSCE, it recommended that a Standard Visitor visa is used to come to the UK. The ideal Standard Visitor VISA is valid for 6 months and costs £115. The VISA must be applied for online, and you will be required to attend an appointment at a visa application centre, this must be done at least 6 months before you travel. This can be accessed here Apply for Standard Visitor VISA
    2. Flight/Travel Arrangements – You must consider costs for travel to and from the UK. £500-£1500 or more and it can vary based on the season or type of ticket
    3. OSCE Test Booking – The cost of the NMC OSCE test is £794. If you have to re-sit stations, there is also a resit fee. To re-sit 7 or fewer stations the cost is £397 and if you need to re-sit 8 or more then the full cost above will be required again.
    4. OSCE Training Fee – It can vary from £600 to £1500, the price depends on the training providers. At Health Skills Training Ltd, we offer a comprehensive training programme which incorporates online sessions as well as a detailed, in-depth practical, face to face training. The price for OSCE training at HST Ltd is £675. We offer robust training with 100% pass rate and you will be given help until you pass your exam,
    5. Accommodation – You must consider costs for where you will stay/live when in the UK. A hotel/Airbnb may cost £25 to £250 per night.
    6. Food/Transportation – Consider food costs when living in the UK as well as prices of transportation when going to take your OSCE test for example.
    7. Shopping – You must consider costs of shopping while you are living in the UK.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Can I get a job in the UK after gaining my NMC Pin Number?

Yes and no, it depends on vacancies at that time. You need to apply for the job by filling in a job application form, you will then get shortlisted for interview and pass the interview to obtain the job offer letter.

 

  1. How can I get sponsorship to work in the UK?

It depends on employers, job specification, whether they accept international nurses, and a tier-2 visa sponsorship requirement. Many a time picking up the phone and calling care homes or NHS trusts can help.

 

  1. What is the benefit of getting the NMC UK Nursing Pin?

An important benefit is that you have much larger chance of getting hired or getting a nursing job. Secondly, with the NMC Pin, you can apply or be recognised in other countries for nursing jobs. You can keep the NMC pin for the future and renew it every few years, so when a job becomes available, you are able to easily apply.

 

  1. How and where do I book the OSCE exam/test?

The OSCE test can be booked in 5 different test centres across the UK. Health Skills Training can help you in booking or you can directly book with the test centre. Check here for test centre information HST NMC OSCE Exam Information

 

  1. My Visa has been refused or rejected, can I cancel my OSCE test and get a refund?

Yes, you can cancel your test with a valid reason, within 3 weeks of your OSCE test date. You will receive a full refund from the OSCE test centre.

 

  1. How do I renew my NMC Pin, what do I need to do?

Every three years, you must do an NMC revalidation to renew your NMC registration. Please check our NMC revalidation page or contact us for more information. You must continue to work in your country and meet the NMC renewal (NMC revalidation) requirement.

 

  1. Can I get further advice and support with booking my OSCE, training and other aspects?

Yes certainly, contact Health Skills Training on WhatsApp or email: +44 7711554472, info@healthskillstraining.com.