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What’s open to Filipino nurses

Recruitment rules, official programs, and timelines depend on where you trained. Pick your country to see destinations that currently accept applications — with sources and checked dates.

Information last checked July 30, 2026

Destinations open to Filipino nurses

Germany

The official Triple Win program plus direct hospital hires — German training is often paid for.

Open — official channel

United States

US hospitals are hiring, but the green-card queue adds years — the wait comes from the government, not your employer.

Open — long timeline

Saudi Arabia

Hospital jobs through DMW-approved hiring drives — check the job order on the DMW registry before applying.

Open — via licensed agencies

Ireland

Register with the Irish nursing board first; hospitals then sponsor your work permit. Demand is strong.

Open — direct hire

Japan

A small official program (EPA) that includes Japanese language training — limited spots each year.

Program only (EPA)

Official programs & campaigns

An approved program is the authorized channel — it does not guarantee a vacancy remains open. Deadlines shown are from the official notice.

Triple Win — Germany

Accepting

ZAV / DMW bilateral · Rolling intake

Government-to-government. “Triple Win” is the program’s official name (ZAV/GIZ): the deal must work for you, Germany, and the Philippines — fair contract, funded German training, zero fees to you.

MOH Saudi Arabia staff nurse order

Open

DMW job order #2026-0412 · Closes Sep 15, 2026

350 positions approved. The listing is legitimate — but confirm spots are still open before you commit.

US EB-3 direct hire (multiple employers)

Open

DMW-registered US principals · Priority-date driven

You’ll need the NCLEX exam and a credentials check (VisaScreen); the green-card queue currently adds 12–24+ months.

Typical timeline — Philippines → Germany (Triple Win)

  1. 1

    Apply through DMW / ZAV intake

    The program checks your license and experience to confirm you qualify — free to apply.

    1–2 mo
  2. 2

    German language to B1

    Program-funded training in the Philippines before departure.

    6–12 mo
  3. 3

    Recognition & visa

    Germany reviews your nursing qualification while your employer handles the visa paperwork.

    3–6 mo
  4. 4

    Deployment & adaptation

    You start as an assistant nurse and complete a short course or exam to get your full German license.

    6–12 mo

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