5 Steps to Continue your GP Career in Scotland

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This guide has been designed for final year GP speciality trainees who need to secure visa sponsorship after they complete their training, in order to remain in the NHS Scotland Workforce.

You will find guidance and signposting to information about visa sponsorship, and job opportunities, which can help you to progress your career in NHS Scotland.

Discover the steps to continue your GP career in Scotland.

Please note the information in this guide is in accordance with current immigration legislation and processes as of April 2025. In May 2025 the UK Government published their Restoring control over the immigration system white paper. We will update the guides as and when any proposed changes from the white paper come into force. Please always refer to the UKVI website for updates and changes on immigration legislation  for the most up to date information.

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5 Steps to Continue your GP Career in Scotland

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