Overseas NHS Workers Day

Celebrating international healthcare workers

Overseas NHS Workers Day is celebrated annually on the first Friday in March. The next Overseas NHS Workers Day is 6 March, 2026.

Founded by Dr. Pushpo Babul Hossain, an international medical graduate (IMG) from Bangladesh who joined the NHS in January 2020, this day recognises and celebrates the incredible contribution of international healthcare workers to the NHS and the health of our nation.

Why this matters

Overseas workers are critical to the NHS. They bring skills, dedication, and compassion to healthcare across the UK, strengthening our health system and caring for millions of patients every day.

Our advocacy

We support the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) Bill and campaign for better working conditions, recognition, and support for overseas healthcare workers. International staff deserve respect, fair treatment, and a pathway to permanent residence in the UK.

Get Involved

• Support the campaign – Share information and raise awareness
• Contact your MP – Advocate for the ILR Bill and better conditions for international workers
• Celebrate on 6 March, 2026 – Recognise the contributions of overseas NHS workers in your workplace

“Overseas workers make an incredible contribution to the NHS and to the health of our nation.”

Campaign Resources

• Next Overseas NHS Workers Day: 6 March, 2026 (First Friday in March)
• Founder: Dr. Pushpo Babul Hossain, IMG from Bangladesh
• Support the ILR Bill: Advocate for Indefinite Leave to Remain for NHS workers
• Share stories: Highlight international workers’ contributions in your workplace