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FINLAND WORK VISA

Finland is part of Scandinavia, a geographical region in northern Europe, and shares land borders with Norway, Sweden, and Russia. The Baltic Sea borders the country to the south and southwest. The coastline in this part of the country is speckled with nearly 180,000 small islands. Finland is a stunningly beautiful natural wonderland. Finland is a terrific alternative for those wishing to relocate for a new job or simply desire a beautiful setting for their family.

BENEFITS OF WORKING IN FINLAND

According to the World Happiness Report from 2023, Finland was ranked the happiest country in the world, having scored 7.80 points on a 0-10 scale. This report takes into account several factors, including GPD, social support, and life expectancy. In fact, this is the fourth consecutive time that Finland has secured this distinction.

  • Excellent work environment
  • Ability to work while studying
  • Diverse employment opportunities
  • Experience the world class healthcare system

TYPES OF WORK VISA

Citizens from countries outside the European Union (EU) must apply for a resident permit. Business visa: A business visa allows the employee to live as long as 90 days in Finland. This visa does not permit the employee to interact directly with the job.

Residence permit for an employed person: This visa is the most common type of work visa. There are three types of visas in this category- Continuous (A), Temporary (B), and Permanent (P). Employees who are seeking residency for the first time in Finland will apply for a Temporary Permit.

Residence permit for self-employment: This permit can be given to individuals within a company, including private businessmen, associates, and cooperative leaders. Before this permit can be granted it has to be registered with the Trade Register at the National Patent and Registration Board

REQUIREMENT TO GET WORK VISA

  • An employment contract
  • A valid passport and passport photo
  • A residence permit
  • Medical certificates

POLAND WORK VISA

Poland is located at the heart of the European continent. The country is a meeting place not only for cultures and ideas, but also for conflict and confrontation.

National visa (D-Type) Choose this visa if you want to stay in Poland for more than 90 days. The validity of a national visa cannot exceed one year. You also need to apply for a national visa if you seek asylum, repatriation, or if you use Polish Card privileges.

REQUIREMENT TO GET D -TYPE VISA

The employer must provide the necessary documents to acquire a work permit on behalf of a foreign employee.

  • Valid passport with a minimum validity of six months
  • An application form duly filled
  • Current employments records
  • Proof of paid application fees
  • Previous travel information
  • A copy of contract provided by the Polish employer

CROATIA WORK VISA

Croatia, country located in the northwestern part of the Balkan Peninsula. It is a small yet highly geographically diverse crescent-shaped country. Its capital is Zagreb, located in the north.

TYPES OF CROATIA WORK PERMIT

1. The employees planning to work in Croatia will need a work permit and a residency permit. If your employees are outside of the EU, they’ll need to obtain a work permit through their local Republic of Croatia diplomatic mission.
2. Most Croatia work and residence permits are limited to 12 months. However, Croatia allows applicants to extend their work permit at least 60 days before it expires if they need to continue to work in the country. Croatia is also a part of the EU Blue Card network, which can help third-country nationals, as the Blue Card is valid for two years.
3. While the work and residence permit combination are the most common way for employees to obtain a work visa in Croatia, some may be eligible for a work registration certificate. These certificates are typically for consultants, performers, journalists, and members of a religious order.

REQUIREMENT TO GET CROATIA WORK VISA

  • Work visa application form.
  • Your passport with a six-month validity period.
  • Identity pictures.
  • Proof of financial means.
  • Health insurance for foreign workers.
  • Work contract.
  • Resume and proof of work experience.
  • Letters of recommendation from previous employers.

PORTUGAL WORK VISA

If you are a non-EU citizen and Indian, you will most likely need to apply for a Portugal Work Visa to work in Portugal. To be able to do this, you will first need to secure a job in Portugal. Once you have done this, you can start the process of applying for a Portuguese Work Visa.

REQUIREMENTS TO GET CROATIA WORK VISA

  • A filled-out Portuguese visa application form
  • A valid passport or government-issued travel document
  • Proof that you are financially able to support yourself during your stay in Portugal
  • Proof of health insurance or valid travel insurance. This insurance should providecoverage in Portugal
  • Proof of accommodation in Portugal. It can include a rental agreement or hotelreservations
  • Your employment contracts

SLOVENIA WORK PERMIT

Slovenia is in Central Europe. It used to be part of Yugoslavia before it broke up in the 1990's. This little country borders Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia and has a wee bit of coastline on the Adriatic Sea. And Slovenia has a diverse and stunning landscape.

TYPES OF SLOVENIA WORK PERMITS

1. Single permit for work
2. Work visa for seasonal work

REQUIREMENTS TO GET SLOVENIA WORK VISA

  • The Slovenia application form.
  • A valid passport. The passport must be valid for at least three months after yourdeparture date from Slovenia.
  • Proof of your return ticket to your home country.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Cover letter stating the reason behind your stay in Slovenia.
  • Proof of financial stability. This step is required to prove that you can provide foryourself during your stay in Slovenia.

ESTONIA WORK VISA

Estonia, country in northeastern Europe, the northernmost of the three Baltic states. Estonia's area includes some 1,500

islands and islets; the two largest of these islands, Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, are off mainland Estonia's west coast. Estonia has been dominated by foreign powers through much of its history.

TYPES OF ESTONIA WORK PERMITS

1. If you are a citizen of a non-EU country and would like to work in Estonia for a short time (up to year), you should apply for a D-visa.
2. If you are a citizen of a non-EU country and want to work in Estonia for a longer time (longer than a year), you need to apply for a residence permit.
3. If you wish to settle in Estonia permanently, you can also apply for a temporary residence permit for settling permanently created to make settling and fulfilling the required criteria for a long-term residence permit easier.

REQUIREMENTS TO GET ESTONIA WORK VISA

  • A valid passport. The passport must be valid for at least three months after yourdeparture date from Estonia.
  • The Estonia application form.
  • Insurance policy valid for Estonia or for the Schengen area with a coverage of atleast 30,000 EUR for the first 15 days of your employment.
  • Document indicating the purpose of your trip.
  • Proof of visa state fees.

LATVIA WORK VISA

Latvia, country of northeastern Europe and the middle of the three Baltic states. Its landscape is marked by wide beaches as well as dense, sprawling forests. Latvia’s capital is Riga, home to notable wooden and art nouveau architecture, a vast Central Market and a medieval Old Town with St. Peter's Church.

TYPES OF LATVIA WORK VISA

A Latvia national visa is also known as a long-stay or Type D visa. The long-stay visa is issued to foreigners who want to work, study or live in Latvia. You need to apply for a long-stay visa if you want to stay in Latvia for longer than 90 days. If you are a foreigner from a non-EU/EEA country and you want to work in Latvia, you need to obtain a work visa. Other than the work visa, you will also need a work permit issued by a Latvian employer and a Latvian temporary residence permit in order to stay in Latvia.

REQUIREMENTS TO GET LATIVA WORK VISA

  • The passport must be valid for at least three months past the duration of thevisa.
  • Visa application form. You can obtain the form online at the “Electronic VisaApplication” service or from the embassy.
  • Permission from the OCMA decision. The document issued by the OCMA, noolder than 6 months.
  • Proof of sufficient funds.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Booked tickets or flight itinerary.
  • Criminal record certificate.
  • Proof of visa fee payment.
  • Proof of health insurance.
  • Employment contract.
  • Proof of qualifications and previous work experience