Settling in
the US

As a part of the process to work as a nurse in the US, you will go through a series of exams to qualify to work in the US. Global MedTeam is prepared to help you pass the exams and get you your dream job.

In order to qualify for an EB-3 visa, you must pass both the NCLEX, and an English test like the IELTS.

What is the NCLEX Test?

NCLEX stands for National Council Licensure Examination. Passing the NCLEX is a mandatory requirement to get a visa as a registered nurse in the US. The test has between 75- 145 questions and has a time limit of 5 hours. It’s a computerized adaptive test (CAT) and has test taking centers in Australia, Canada, England, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Taiwan.

The standard procedure to apply to take the NCLEX is as follows

• Submit an application with a specific US State’s Board of Nursing.
• Pay all associated application fees.
• Pass the criminal history background check.
• Verify foreign nursing licenses using a service such as CGFNS
• Verify the educational qualification and credentials.

IELTS

As an international registered nurse who wants to work in the US, it’s mandatory to pass an English exam. There are several options, and the IELTS is generally the most common. IELTS score ranges between 1 to 9. To meet US visa standards, you must have a score of 7 in the speaking section and 6.5 overall score.

To pass the IELTS:

1. If you are an international registered nurse that wants to work in the USA, you will need to take the IELTS Academic.
2. There are over 1200 locations across 140 countries to give IELTS. You can book your exam from their official website

EB-3 Visa Process

The EB-3 Visa is an immigrant visa which grants permanent residence in the United States, but the process can be complex and time consuming. After meeting the requirements for the Visa, the steps are as follows:

1. The licensed nurse obtains a Visascreen letter and a job offer from a US employer.
2. The employer obtains a Prevailing Wage Determination (PWD) from the US Department of Labor.
3. The employer files an I-140 form with USCIS
4. USCIS approves the I-140 and sends it to the National Visa Center (NVC)
5. The nurse is sent notice for a consulate interview
6. After final approval, the nurse is issued a visa

It is important to note that the exact timeline and requirements for obtaining permanent residency can vary depending on individual circumstances and factors such as country of origin, visa category, and immigration policies.

It is recommended that individuals carefully follow all immigration procedures and requirements and work closely with their employer and immigration attorney to ensure a successful and timely application process.