What does it cost to recruit nurses from the Philippines to the US?

The total cost to recruit nurses from the Philippines will range from $10,000 to $15,000. These costs include a fixed recruitment fee for each nurse, application fees to take the CGFNS and English tests, application fees to take the NCLEX-RN, transportation to and from the testing sites, transportation to the place of employment, and resettlement expenses. There may be some miscellaneous costs including a medical examination, background checks, and the cost of passports and visas may also be necessary.

Depending upon the nursing specialty and the visa track taken, these costs are billed to the healthcare organization over the period of visa processing. This could be as short as 3 months or as long as 18 months, with the final expenses being paid after the candidate arrives in at his or her place of employment.

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