Professional Licensing Guide
Professional Equivalence & Licensing Guide
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Pakistan
→ United Kingdom
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Pakistan
→ United States
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Pakistan
→ Canada
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Pakistan
→ Australia
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Pakistan
→ New Zealand
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Pakistan
→ Germany
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Pakistan
→ France
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Pakistan
→ Spain
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Pakistan
→ Italy
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Pakistan
→ Netherlands
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Pakistan
→ Sweden
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Pakistan
→ Norway
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Pakistan
→ Denmark
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Pakistan
→ Switzerland
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Pakistan
→ Belgium
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Pakistan
→ Austria
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Pakistan
→ Ireland
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Pakistan
→ Portugal
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Pakistan
→ Saudi Arabia
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Pakistan
→ UAE
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Pakistan
→ Qatar
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Pakistan
→ Kuwait
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Pakistan
→ Bahrain
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Pakistan
→ Oman
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Pakistan
→ Jordan
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Pakistan
→ Malaysia
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Pakistan
→ Singapore
🇵🇰 → 🇳🇱
Pakistan → Netherlands
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Licensing Body
CIBG — BIG Register
Language
Dutch B2 (NT2) or English for some employers
Timeline
6–12 months
Fees
~€250–500
Official & Useful Links
Exam / Assessment
BI-toets or adaptation period if required
Required Documents
- Legalized diploma
- BIG registration application
- Good conduct certificate
- Language proof
Registration Steps — In Order
1
Apply to CIBG for BIG registration
2
Credential comparison by competent authority
3
Complete adaptation or BI exam if directed
4
Register in BIG register
5
Obtain work permit / highly skilled migrant visa
Important Tip
BIG registration is mandatory for all healthcare professionals in the Netherlands.