Work Visa

For employment in a third country, you need a work visa generally.

 

The work visa must be applied at the relevant consulate in principle before you start of work in the third country. There are destinations with different options for a work visa. Each category may have different processes regarding:

  • Access Requirements
  • Application process
  • Cost
  • Processing times

 

Which visa for the specific case applies and seems advisable, must be assessed individually. Decisive factors are such as:

  • The qualification
  • Nationality
  • Duration of the intended stay
  • Company membership
  • Corporate constellation

 

In each case relevant documentation on the qualifications and the proposed activity (eg. a concrete job offer, job description, employment contract) have to be submitted.

 

We are happy to assist you in applying for a work visa.

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