Immigration Options for Nepali Citizens
Nepal has a strong tradition of overseas work, and a growing number of educated professionals in healthcare, IT, and engineering are targeting the UK, Australia, and Canada. The UK has a unique relationship with Nepal through the Gurkha Brigade, with dedicated settlement pathways for veterans and their families. For the wider professional community, standard merit-based immigration routes are increasingly accessible.
~50,000
Nepali nationals estimated living in the UK including Gurkha families
~30,000
Nepali nationals estimated living in Australia
United Kingdom
Skilled Worker / Gurkha Settlement
Nepal's unique relationship with the UK through the Gurkha Brigade gives veterans dedicated settlement routes. For non-Gurkha professionals, the standard Skilled Worker visa requires £38,700+ with a licensed sponsor. NHS actively recruits Nepali nurses.
Read the United Kingdom guide
Australia
Skilled Nominated (190)
Australian states recruit Nepali nurses and healthcare workers actively. State nomination through the 190 adds 5 points and draws at lower cutoffs, often 65-70 points with nomination. Engineering graduates apply through Engineers Australia.
Read the Australia guide
Canada
Express Entry (FSW)
No restrictions on Nepali nationals. Healthcare category draws have pulled CRS as low as 431. Tech professionals with IELTS 7.0+ typically score 460-490 CRS. A Canadian job offer adds 50-200 points.
Read the Canada guide
Germany
Chancenkarte / EU Blue Card
The Chancenkarte is useful for Nepali professionals who want to job-search in Germany without a prior offer. German language skills (B2+) significantly improve Chancenkarte points eligibility.
Read the Germany guide
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Check My EligibilityIs there a special UK visa for Gurkha family members?
Yes. Adult children of Gurkha veterans discharged before 1 July 1997 have a specific settlement (ILR) route. Veterans who served 4+ years are entitled to settlement. This is entirely separate from the Skilled Worker visa, no salary threshold applies.
What's the English requirement for Nepali applicants to Australia?
IELTS 6.0 (Competent English) is the minimum to submit a SkillSelect EOI. Competitive invitation rounds typically require 70+ total points, which means IELTS 7.0 (Proficient, +10 points) or 8.0 (Superior, +20 points) is worth the extra preparation time.
Can Nepali nurses work in the UK NHS?
Yes. NHS trusts and private care providers recruit Nepali nurses. NMC registration requires passing the CBT and OSCE exams. The Health & Care Worker visa offers lower fees than the general Skilled Worker visa and priority processing once you have a job offer.
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