Immigration
Advice for doctors on specialty training applying to Tier 1, August 2008
A brief summary in respect of restrictions currently being placed on doctors-in-training who have leave to enter/remain in the UK as a work permit holder.MMC consultation: Proposals for managing applications from medical graduates from outside the European Economic Area, May 2008
The BMA response to the consultation on Modernising Medical Careers in which the association argues that proposals for managing applications could threaten patient services.More confusion for international doctors, says BMA - press release, 6 February 2008
The BMA says the new rules which will prohibit doctors on the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme from taking training posts in the UK is confusing.BMA evidence to the House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee Inquiry into the economic impact of immigration
In its response to the inquiry into immigration, published in December 2007, the BMA focuses on medical migration.BMA response to the Department of Health consultation on immigration, October 2007
The BMA believes that the timescale for consultation on this document has been insufficient and is extremely restrictive. The response has sourced opinion from all its main representational committees and its International Committee.Most doctors oppose medical immigration plans, BMA research shows,
In a press release dated 1 November 2007, the BMA says that the medical profession would oppose tighter restrictions on the employment opportunities of overseas doctors and medical students.BMA immigration advice service
Details of the basic immigration advice service that the BMA offers to members in matters relating to their employment in the UK, September 2007.BMA response to the Department of Health consultation on immigration
The BMA believes that the timescale for consultation on this document has been insufficient and is extremely restrictive. The response, from October 2007, has sourced opinion from all its main representational committees and its International Committee.Problems with National Recognition Centre for the UK when applying for the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme, information update September 2007
Information update for doctors experiencing problems when having their medical qualifications assessed by the National Recognition Centre for the UK (NARIC) when applying for the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP).Problems with National Recognition Centre for the UK when applying for the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme
Information for doctors experiencing problems when having their medical qualifications assessed by the National Recognition Centre for the UK (NARIC) when applying for the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP). Issued in May 2007.Immigration for international doctors coming to the UK
Immigration regulations for international doctors coming to the UK, published in April 2007. The page includes details of the BMA immigration advice service and the various immigration categories relevant to international doctors wishing to work in the UK.Information update for Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) holders, March 2007
All HSMP holders, who had HSMP at the time they applied through the Medical Training Application System (MTAS) must be considered on an equal footing to EEA applicants during Round One.Department of Health guidance on doctors with limited leave to remain
Following the outcome of the recent Judicial Review there were concerns about its implications for the current recruitment for Specialty Training, the Department of Health announced on 26 February 2007 that these immigration rules will be held in abeyance for Round 1.Judicial review on immigration rules
Following the outcome of the judicial review on Friday 9 February, NHS Employers published a statement which is available on their website.Government did not consult on visa restrictions for overseas doctors - BMA responds to High Court ruling
In a press release dated 9 February 2007, the BMA comments on the High Court ruling that the government did not consult with the medical profession, or follow necessary race relations procedures, before restricting employment opportunities for doctors from outside the European Economic Area.Immigration update, December 2006
An immigration update following the recent Judicial Review brought by BAPIO against the Department of Health on 7 and 8 December 2006Changes in assessment criteria for the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme
Details of recently changes announced in November 2006 to the assessment criteria for initial and extension applications for the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme.Changes to the immigration regulations for doctors in training
Guidance, updated in June 2006, on changes to the immigration regulations for doctors in training. It includes what we know about the changes, on what we are seeking clarification, our future actions and further sources of information.Medical workforce: Changes to the immigration regulations for doctors in training
The BMA is very concerned about the immediacy of the application of new immigration rules and the effect they are having on international doctors who have been led towards unrealistic expectations of training opportunities in the UK. A briefing paper published in June 2006.Government treatment of overseas doctors condemned, 18 April 2006
The BMA and British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin believe that the government has rushed through new visa restrictions for overseas doctors without regard for their welfare.JDC meeting with Home Office regarding international medical graduates, 18 April 2006
A brief summary of the meeting on 18 April 2006 regarding doctors who require permission to work in the UK and the end of permit-free training.Changes to the immigration rules for postgraduate doctors, March 2006
Information about the recently announced changes to the immigration rules relating to postgraduate doctors.Update for doctors on work permits and the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme, March 2006
Details of recently announced changes to the immigration rules which will affect people applying for leave to remain, and indefinite leave to remain in the UK.International medical gradutes: A fairer future
A discussion paper published in August 2005, on a single application process to international foundation posts in the UK.
Coming to work in the UK - FAQs
FAQs on issues relating to coming to work as a doctor in the UKRead more here
Guide for doctors new to the UK
Includes background on the NHS and training and practical information on how to register and prepare for work.Read more here