🌍 Top 5 Countries Hiring International Nurses in 2025

Explore Global Nursing Opportunities – Where the World Needs You Most!

May 01, 2025

Are you looking to expand your nursing career internationally in 2025? With healthcare systems worldwide facing staffing shortages, international nurses are in high demand.

We’ve compiled the Top 5 countries actively hiring international nurses in 2025, along with what makes each destination attractive.

🌟 1. United States 🇺🇸

Why: Severe nurse shortages, aging population, and high demand in all specialties
Visa Support: EB-3 Green Card, H-1B for advanced roles
Salary Range: $65,000 – $110,000/year
Bonus: Free visa sponsorship, relocation assistance, and permanent residency pathways
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🇨🇦 2. Canada

Why: Increasing retirement rates, especially in rural and long-term care sectors
Visa Support: Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Salary Range: $55,000 – $90,000/year
Bonus: Work-life balance, family-friendly immigration options

🇬🇧 3. United Kingdom

Why: NHS hiring international nurses for critical shortages in hospitals and community care
Visa Support: Health and Care Worker Visa
Salary Range: £25,000 – £40,000/year
Bonus: No IELTS required if you studied nursing in English; relocation packages offered

🇦🇺 4. Australia

Why: Ongoing demand in aged care, mental health, and regional hospitals
Visa Support: Skilled Migration Visa (subclass 482, 186)
Salary Range: AUD 65,000 – AUD 100,000/year
Bonus: Great quality of life and permanent residency routes

🇩🇪 5. Germany

Why: Aging population and expansion of healthcare services
Visa Support: Blue Card EU, direct hire from abroad
Salary Range: €33,000 – €50,000/year
Bonus: Language support, fast-track programs for foreign nurses

🌐 Bonus: Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar)

Why: Growing private healthcare sector and medical tourism
Salary Range: $30,000 – $60,000/year (tax-free)
Bonus: Housing, flights, and benefits often included

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