United States · Licensing & Skills

Healthcare professional licensing

The credential evaluation and VisaScreen certificate process required for foreign nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and medical laboratory technologists for US work visas and Green Cards.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Allied healthcare workers and nurses migrating to the US.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Education comparable to a US healthcare professional degree
  • Current, unencumbered professional license in country of practice
  • Pass designated English language exam (IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic)
  • Hold VisaScreen Certificate issued by CGFNS / ICG
Process

How the process works

  1. Open CGFNS profile
  2. Complete Credentials Evaluation Service (CES)
  3. Pass language test
  4. Receive official VisaScreen certificate required for visa issuance
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Nursing/health degree, transcripts, verification of licensure, English test report
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Section 343 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act mandates a VisaScreen certificate for all health professionals prior to visa grant.

Official source: CGFNS International. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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