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. Basic Understanding
If you’re an international nurse from India or Nigeria 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.
2. Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Check If You Need a Visa
- India and Nigeria: 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 in 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: VISAS IMMIGRATION SERVICE
- 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 get a decision.
3. 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)
4. Fees and Main Application Steps
- Visa Application Fee: £100 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:
- Go to the official UK visa website.
- Complete the online application form.
- Pay the visa application fee.
- Book an appointment for biometrics.
- Attend your appointment at the Visa Application Centre (VAC).
- Submit your documents.
5. Where and How to Apply
- Apply Online: You can apply for your Standard Visitor Visa on the official UK government website for visas:UKVisa Application.
- Visa Application Centres (VACs):
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- 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.