Lesotho · Skilled Worker Visa

Doctors and nurses permit

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-09 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Education Requiredbachelor
Profession Requiredhealthcare
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Maseru
Single (monthly)€450
Family (monthly)€1,020
Rent 1BR (center)€180
Groceries€85
Transport pass€12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Doctors and nurses permit?

The Doctors and nurses permit is an immigration pathway offered by Lesotho. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

Can the Doctors and nurses permit lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Lesotho?

Yes. Lesotho offers 2 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Lesotho country page.

What is the cost of living in Lesotho?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Maseru: €450/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

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Data last verified: 2026-06-09 · See our methodology

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