Italy extends work permits for Filipino nurses by two years to address healthcare shortage

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Filipino nurses in Italy will have their work validity extended by two years, from 2027 to 2029, due to a significant healthcare worker shortage. This extension was confirmed by the Philippine Embassy in Italy following a meeting between the Philippine Ambassador and the Italian Health Minister, addressing Italy's need for 15,000 to 20,000 nurses. The Italian government is also exploring a bilateral labor agreement for future recruitment, aiming to ensure fair and orderly hiring processes for Filipino healthcare professionals.


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