WORKING OVERSEAS
Europe

We work with veterinary employers across Europe and support you through the whole move. It starts with a conversation about the countries and roles that interest you, followed by tailored matching and interview preparation.
From there we guide you through registration with the relevant national veterinary body, any visa or work permit you need, and the offer and relocation stage, right up to your first day.

Yes. Every European country has its own veterinary regulator and registration process, and several require fluency in the local language, so we guide candidates through the right route for their chosen country as part of every placement. We’ll explain what’s required, whether that’s the Ordre des Vétérinaires in France, a state veterinary association in Germany, or another national body, and help you get everything in place before you start.

No. Our service is free for veterinary professionals looking for work. As with most recruitment agencies, our fees are paid by the employers we work with, which means you can access our vacancies, career guidance and relocation support at no cost to you.

Salaries vary considerably by country. In France, vets typically earn around €50,000–€80,000 and nurses €20,000–€30,000. In Germany it’s roughly €60,000–€100,000 for vets and €20,000–€40,000 for nurses; in the Netherlands around €70,000–€100,000 and €25,000–€40,000.
Scandinavia is broadly €60,000–€120,000 for vets and €25,000–€40,000 for nurses, while Spain and Portugal sit lower at around €25,000–€50,000 for vets and €12,000–€20,000 for nurses.

Each country has its own regulator and process. In France you register with the Ordre des Vétérinaires and must be fluent in French; in Germany with the relevant state veterinary association (Landestierärztekammer) after passing the state exam; in the Netherlands with the Royal Dutch Veterinary Association (KNMvD).
Scandinavian countries each have their own national association, and in Spain and Portugal you register with the Colegio de Veterinarios and Ordem dos Médicos Veterinários respectively. In every case you’ll need an accredited degree and, usually, to pass a national exam. Our team can guide you through the requirements for your chosen country.

It depends on your nationality. EU nationals benefit from freedom of movement and can work in another EU country without a visa, though some additional registration or licensing may still apply.
If you’re a non-EU resident, you’ll typically need a work visa or permit for the specific country, which usually requires proof of your qualifications and experience, a job offer from a licensed practice, and sometimes evidence of local language proficiency. Following Brexit, UK nationals now generally fall into the non-EU category and will usually need a visa. Our team can help you understand the route for your destination.

Browse our live European vacancies or upload your CV, and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your options. We work with employers across France, Germany, the Netherlands, Scandinavia, Spain, Portugal and beyond, covering both vet and nurse roles, and match you to opportunities that suit your experience and preferred location. We then support you through interviews, registration, and any visa or relocation requirements.

Tax rates differ from country to country and are progressive in most cases. France and Germany both range from 0% up to around 45%; the Netherlands runs from roughly 9.7% up to around 49.5%; Scandinavian countries reach the high fifties at the top end; and Spain and Portugal range from around 14.5% up to the low fifties. Your exact position depends on the country, region and your personal circumstances.