Opportunities for Indian Nurses Overseas
Indian nurses are experiencing unprecedented job opportunities overseas due to the global shortage of healthcare professionals, particularly in ageing economies. This demand is driven by the need for skilled professionals in critical, geriatric, paediatric, and prenatal care.
Current Trends
- 70,000-100,000 Indian nurses migrated overseas last year.
- Demand for Indian nurses is expected to rise by 15-30% this year.
- Key hiring countries include Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, US, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar.
Industry Developments
- Around 640,000 Indian nurses work abroad, with 88,000 in OECD countries.
- 250,000-300,000 Indian nurses have secured jobs overseas since 2020.
- BorderPlus, Quess, and Randstad are key players in international nurse deployment.
- BorderPlus reports a 20-30% monthly increase in demand for Indian nurses.
Global Hiring Initiatives
- Germany plans to increase its skilled-worker visa cap from 20,000 to 90,000 for Indians.
- Japan offers simplified visa processes and higher pay.
- Italy aims to recruit 10,000 Indian nurses.
- Australia, New Zealand, and Canada have relaxed immigration requirements.
Benefits for Indian Nurses
- Higher pay: Seven to ten times more than in India.
- Personal security and better quality of life.
- Professional growth and opportunities for permanent residency or citizenship.
