Sri Lankan nurses wanting to work in the UK need a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by an NHS Trust or approved private healthcare employer. Process: (1) Pass IELTS for UKVI (OET accepted) — typically 7.0 in all bands for NMC registration; (2) Get NMC CBT (Computer-Based Test) — bookable in Sri Lanka; (3) Get a job offer from a UK NHS employer; (4) Employer applies for Certificate of Sponsorship; (5) Apply for Skilled Worker visa. The NMC OSCE is done in the UK after arrival. Processing: 3–8 weeks for the visa. The nursing shortage in the UK makes this pathway very active for Sri Lankan nurses.