Physiotherapist Visa Route

Eligibility requirements

• 1Physiotherapy degree (BSc or MSc equivalent)
• 2HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration
• 3Job offer from an NHS trust or private healthcare provider
• 4Minimum salary of £29,970 (Band 5 NHS pay scale)
• 5IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with 6.5 per band for HCPC
• 6No fitness-to-practise concerns

Document checklist

• Valid passport
• Certificate of Sponsorship
• HCPC registration certificate
• Physiotherapy degree and transcripts
• IELTS test certificate
• TB test certificate (if applicable)
• Bank statements or maintenance certification

Step-by-step process

1. 1

   Apply to the HCPC for overseas applicant registration

2. 2

   Complete any aptitude test or supervised practice period required by HCPC

3. 3

   Register with the HCPC

4. 4

   Secure a physiotherapy role through NHS Jobs or private sector

5. 5

   Employer issues Certificate of Sponsorship

6. 6

   Apply for Health and Care Worker visa online and attend biometrics