CGFNS International, Inc. is the leading credentials evaluation organization for nurses educated in the United Arab Emirates who want to practice nursing in the U.S.
As the leading credentials evaluation organization for Emirati nurses seeking to practice nursing in the U.S., we’re the only organization that can provide trusted credentials evaluation, verification and certification services for each step of your journey: from immigration to licensure, education or employment to specialty certification.
Our trusted reports for Emirati nurses provide immigration authorities, regulatory bodies, recruiters, employers and academic institutions with a comprehensive, accurate assessment of your qualifications compared to U.S. standards.
Take the next step in your career with CGFNS.
Emirati Nursing Workforce – At Home & Abroad
UAE has done well over the past decade to increase the number of nurses working in the country, with over 55,000 nurses practicing in the UAE.
There are around 10,000 Emiratis living in the United States.
States with the largest Emirati communities include:
Resources for Emirian Nurses
In the U.S., over 15% of the more than 3.7 million registered nurses in the United States are foreign-born, many of whom completed their training in countries other than the U.S.
There is a nationwide shortage of nurses in the U.S. due to a growing and aging population and many nurses retiring, but the demand for nurses differs from state to state. Within each state, more nurses may be needed in either cities or in rural areas.
View information and requirements for internationally educated nurses by state using our Select Your Service by State tool.
