UK Visa Sponsorship Jobs
NHS Jobs with Visa Sponsorship UK (2026)
The NHS is one of the UK's largest visa sponsors, with over 200 NHS Trusts actively recruiting nurses, doctors and allied health professionals from overseas. Find your NHS sponsor today.
Browse NHS Visa Jobs →Why the NHS Sponsors Overseas Workers
- ✓ The UK faces a shortage of over 100,000 healthcare workers — international recruitment fills critical gaps.
- ✓ NHS England has active international recruitment programmes targeting nurses and allied health professionals.
- ✓ The Health & Care Worker visa offers a fast, affordable route — lower application fees and priority processing.
NHS Roles Commonly Sponsored for UK Visas
Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN)
Doctor / Physician
Physiotherapist
Radiographer
Healthcare Assistant
NHS Admin & Management
How to Get an NHS Visa Sponsorship Job
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Search SponsorshipJobs for NHS Trusts with active sponsor licences in your specialty.
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Check the salary meets the minimum threshold — £29,970 for Band 5 nurses, higher for other roles.
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Apply directly to the NHS Trust through their jobs portal (NHS Jobs).
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Once offered, your employer issues a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) — you then apply for your Skilled Worker visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do NHS jobs offer visa sponsorship?
Yes. Over 200 NHS Trusts and NHS Foundation Trusts across the UK are licensed UK visa sponsors. They regularly recruit nurses, doctors, allied health professionals and support staff from overseas on Skilled Worker visas.
What is the minimum salary for NHS visa sponsorship?
Most NHS clinical roles fall under the health and education going rate, with a minimum of £29,970 for registered nurses (Band 5). Doctors and consultants typically earn well above the general £41,700 threshold. Some support roles may qualify under the Health & Care Worker visa at £23,200.
Can I switch from a student visa to an NHS Skilled Worker visa?
Yes. If you have a confirmed job offer from an NHS Trust that holds a sponsor licence, you can switch from a Graduate visa or Student visa to a Skilled Worker visa without leaving the UK. Your employer will issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Find Your NHS Visa Sponsorship Job Today
Browse every NHS Trust and healthcare employer with an active UK sponsor licence — all verified against the Home Office register.
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