This guidance explains routes to qualified teacher status (QTS) for non-UK and UK teachers, and those with teaching experience, who are currently living and working outside the UK.
UK citizens with teaching experience now living and working overseas
Published 29 June 2021 Last updated 26 January 2023 +show all updates
Updated information about who can use the service to apply for QTS in England.
Updated to include information about the new 'apply for QTS in England' service.
Added information to 'Qualifications and experience youll need to be eligible for an assessment only QTS' about contacting Get into Teaching for help with international qualifications and added fee information to 'How to apply for an assessment only QTS'.