A work visa is an official document or permit that allows a foreign national to live and work legally in another country for a specified period. Work visas vary by country, type, duration, and eligibility criteria.
Types of Work Visas
Employer-Sponsored Work Visa
Requires a job offer from an employer.
The employer often needs to prove that no local workers are available for the job.
Examples:
H-1B Visa (USA)
Tier 2 Work Visa (UK)
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Australia)
Skilled Migration Work Visa
Based on a points system (age, education, experience, language skills).
Doesn’t require employer sponsorship.
Examples:
Skilled Independent Visa (Australia - Subclass 189)
Skilled Worker Visa (Canada - Express Entry Program)
Short-Term or Temporary Work Visa
Issued for seasonal work, internships, or short-term contracts.
Examples:
Working Holiday Visa (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, etc.)
Seasonal Agricultural Worker Visa (USA, UK, Europe)
Business or Investor Work Visa
For entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who want to start or invest in a business in another country.
Examples:
EB-5 Investor Visa (USA)
Innovator Visa (UK)
Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Australia - Subclass 188)
Open Work Permit
Allows working for any employer (unlike employer-specific work visas).
Examples:
Post-Graduation Work Permit (Canada)
Dependent Work Visa (Spouses of visa holders in certain countries)
