Work Visa
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Visa Type

Work Visa

For employment abroad. Work contract and sponsor company required.

Duration: 1 - 2 years

Who Is It For?

  • Those with job offers abroad
  • Intra-company transfers
  • Skilled worker visa applicants
  • Artists, athletes, academic staff

Required Documents

1
Valid passport (at least 2 years)
2
Work contract (from sponsor company)
3
Sponsor company documents (commercial registry, financial)
4
Diploma and professional certificates (apostilled)
5
Criminal record (apostilled)
6
Health report (TB test for some countries)
7
Language proficiency (usually English or country language)
8
Professional CV and references

Application Process

  1. 1

    Job Offer

    Get official job offer and contract from foreign company. Clear salary, role, duration.

  2. 2

    Sponsor Company Approval

    In most countries, company first applies for permit at local Labor Office.

  3. 3

    Document Translation + Apostille

    Diploma, certificates, criminal record need sworn translation + apostille.

  4. 4

    Visa Application

    Consulate appointment + interview. Some professions require additional exam.

  5. 5

    Waiting

    4-16 weeks average. Expedited processing for additional fee in some countries.

  6. 6

    Result

    First visa 1-2 years. Then renewal or permanent residence application.

Pro Tips

Sponsor company size and stability speed up the visa
Skilled visas (Skilled Migrant, EU Blue Card) are points-based
Family reunion rights: spouse and children can apply separately
Residence permit application mandatory at end of first year

Frequently Asked Questions

New application required for new employer. Old visa is cancelled, new contract + sponsor documents.