| United States |
Visa Policy |
H-1B |
Allows U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations |
2000-03-30 |
J-1 Exchange Visitor Program |
Bachelor's degree or equivalent |
File Form I-129 with the USCIS |
Cap-restricted, annual lottery system |
| Canada |
Permanent Residency |
Express Entry |
A points-based system for immigration to Canada |
2015-01-01 |
International Experience Canada |
Age 18-35, Work and travel |
Submit profile to Express Entry pool |
Invitation to Apply (ITA) required |
| Australia |
Temporary Visa |
Subclass 482 |
Temporary Skill Shortage visa for skilled workers |
2017-03-19 |
Working Holiday Maker |
Age 18-30, Passport holder from eligible countries |
Employer sponsorship required |
Pathway to Permanent Residency |
| United Kingdom |
Work Visa |
Tier 2 (General) |
For non-EU national skilled workers with job offers |
2011-04-06 |
Internship Program |
Job offer from a UK employer |
Certificate of Sponsorship required |
Switching from Tier 4 student visa possible |
| Germany |
Temporary Residency |
EU Blue Card |
For highly skilled non-EU citizens to work in Germany |
2012-08-01 |
Erasmus+ |
Job offer with minimum salary requirement |
Apply through local embassy or consulate |
Many benefits including family reunification |
| France |
Cultural Exchange |
FRANCE-AVEC |
Program for French citizens to experience diverse cultures |
2012-01-01 |
Cultural and Artistic Exchanges |
Open to all nationalities |
Application through cultural institutions |
Valid for up to 1 year |
| Japan |
Work Visa |
General Work Visa |
For foreigners with job offers in Japan |
2000-07-01 |
JET Program |
Bachelor's degree required |
Apply through sponsoring organization |
Cultural immersion in Japanese language and culture |
| New Zealand |
Work Visa |
Essential Skills Visa |
Allows employers to recruit skilled workers |
2010-08-01 |
Working Holiday Scheme |
Age 18-30, valid passport |
Apply online through INZ |
Regional skill shortages apply |
| Sweden |
Residence Permit |
Work Permit |
For non-EU citizens offered a job in Sweden |
2008-12-14 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment offer required |
Apply from abroad or within Sweden |
Dependent family members can accompany |
| Belgium |
Work Visa |
EU Blue Card |
For highly skilled non-EU professionals |
2011-08-01 |
Cultural Partnerships |
Offer from a Belgian employer |
Application through the regional immigration office |
Good path to permanent residence |
| South Africa |
Work Visa |
Critical Skills Visa |
For skilled individuals with qualifications and experience |
2014-01-01 |
Exchange Visitor Program |
Skills in demand |
Submit application to Department of Home Affairs |
Possibility of permanent residence |
| Singapore |
Employment Pass |
EntrePass |
For foreign entrepreneurs starting a business in Singapore |
2004-04-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Must be registered as a company |
Apply online through MOM |
Involves local business interaction |
| Brazil |
Temporary Visa |
Work Visa |
For foreigners working in Brazil under local contracts |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Visa |
Job offer required |
Submit application through consulate |
Duration based on contract |
| India |
Work Visa |
Employment Visa |
For foreign nationals taking up employment in India |
2004-10-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer from Indian company |
Apply at Indian consulate |
Dependent family members can accompany |
| Korea, South |
Work Visa |
E-2 Visa |
For foreign language instructors in Korea |
2006-02-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Bachelor's degree & teaching experience |
Application through Korean consulate |
Cultural experiences included |
| Mexico |
Temporary Residency |
Temporary Resident Visa |
For foreigners wishing to live in Mexico for more than 180 days |
2015-11-09 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Financial self-sufficiency required |
Apply at Mexican consulate |
Renewable annually |
| Italy |
Visa Policy |
Artist Visa |
Allows foreign artists to perform or exhibit in Italy |
2015-01-01 |
Cultural Residency Program |
Proof of artistic merit required |
Apply at local Italian consulate |
Cultural events often funded |
| Norway |
Work Visa |
Skilled Worker Visa |
For skilled workers in sectors with labour shortages |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply via UDI |
Family can join immigrants |
| Netherlands |
Work Visa |
Highly Skilled Migrant Visa |
For highly skilled workers and their employers |
2008-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Salary must meet minimum requirement |
Apply through IND |
Fast-track permanent residence possible |
| Spain |
Visa Policy |
Non-Lucrative Visa |
For residency in Spain without work rights |
2012-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Sufficient financial means required |
Apply at consulate |
Path to permanent residency in 5 years |
| Russia |
Visa Policy |
Work Visa |
For foreign nationals who wish to work in Russia |
2015-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer by a Russian company |
Apply through the Ministry of Interior |
Strict procedures for extensions |
| Thailand |
Work Visa |
Non-Immigrant B Visa |
For foreign nationals working in Thailand |
2003-03-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply at Thai embassy |
Possibility for work permit |
| Finland |
Work Visa |
Entrepreneur Residence Permit |
For foreigners starting a business in Finland |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Business plan required |
Apply through Business Finland |
Can lead to permanent residence |
| Austria |
Work Visa |
Red-White-Red Card |
For skilled workers, support for migrants |
2011-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Skills and qualifications assessed |
Apply at the Austrian embassy |
Pathway to long-term settlement |
| Denmark |
Visa Policy |
Pay Limit Scheme |
For specific high-paying skilled jobs in Denmark |
2019-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Salary must exceed a minimum threshold |
Application via the Danish Agency |
Short processing times |
| Portugal |
Visa Policy |
D7 Visa |
For retirees and passive income earners wishing to settle in Portugal |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Proof of sufficient income required |
Apply through consulate |
Pathway to citizenship after 5 years |
| Chile |
Work Visa |
Temporary Resident Work Visa |
For foreign nationals with job offers in Chile |
2016-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application to consulate |
Conditions may apply for renewals |
| Philippines |
Work Visa |
9(g) Visa |
For foreign nationals hired for specific jobs in the Philippines |
2017-10-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply to Bureau of Immigration |
Non-renewable, stay limited |
| Colombia |
Visa Policy |
Migrant Visa |
For foreigners wishing to live and work in Colombia |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Evidence of financial support required |
Application online |
Good for family reunification |
| Pakistan |
Work Visa |
Employment Visa |
For foreigners taking up employment in Pakistan |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply to Pakistan consulate |
Dependent visas available |
| Turkey |
Work Visa |
Working Permit |
For foreign nationals working in Turkey under a Turkish employer |
2016-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply through the Ministry of Labour |
More flexible for skilled workers |
| Vietnam |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreigners working in Vietnam |
2014-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application at Department of Labour |
Required for work activities |
| Greece |
Visa Policy |
Golden Visa |
For property investors and wealthy individuals |
2013-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Minimum investment required |
Application through consulate |
Pathway to citizenship in 7 years |
| Indonesia |
Work Visa |
Limited Stay Visa |
For expatriates working for companies in Indonesia |
2016-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment contract required |
Online application available |
Requires sponsorship from local employer |
| Malaysia |
Work Visa |
Employment Pass |
For skilled foreign workers in Malaysia |
2016-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer by Malaysian employer |
Apply through Immigration Department |
Dependent family members can join |
| South Korea |
Visa Policy |
D-2 Visa |
For international students studying in Korea |
2007-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Acceptance to Korean institution |
Apply through local embassy |
Considerations for post-study work |
| United Arab Emirates |
Work Visa |
Employment Visa |
For foreign nationals working in the UAE |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employer sponsorship required |
Apply through Ministry of Human Resources |
Good for various sectors |
| Egypt |
Visa Policy |
Work Visa |
For foreigners seeking employment in Egypt |
2003-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application to consulate |
Various durations based on employment contract |
| Saudi Arabia |
Work Visa |
Iqama |
For skilled workers residing in Saudi Arabia |
2019-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment contract required |
Apply through employer |
Tied to specific job |
| UAE |
Tourist Visa |
Tourist Visa |
For tourists visiting the UAE for leisure |
2010-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Valid passport and itinerary |
Online application available |
Many cultural attractions |
| Singapore |
Cultural Exchange |
Cultural and Arts Program |
Supports artists' exchanges between Singapore and other countries |
2012-01-01 |
Cultural Collaboration |
Cultural organizations eligibility |
Application through the National Arts Council |
Focus on arts and culture |
| New Zealand |
Education Visa |
Student Visa |
For international students wishing to study in New Zealand |
2010-04-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Acceptance at a recognized institution |
Apply through immigration |
Post-study work pathways available |
| Japan |
Working Holiday |
Working Holiday Visa |
For young people from certain countries to work in Japan |
2010-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Age 18-30 |
Apply through respective embassies |
Cultural exchange focus |
| United Kingdom |
Youth Mobility |
Youth Mobility Scheme |
For young people from specified countries and territories |
2008-11-27 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Age 18-30 |
Apply through UK government website |
Limited time allowance of stay |
| France |
Visa Policy |
Long-Stay Visa |
For extended stays in France for work or study |
2013-12-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Sufficient financial means required |
Application at French consulate |
Residence permit may be needed after 1 year |
| Spain |
Residency Visa |
Non-Lucrative Visa |
For non-work residency in Spain with financial means |
2015-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Proof of financial support required |
Application through consulate |
Renewal possible |
| Brazil |
Student Visa |
Student Visa |
For foreigners wishing to study in Brazil |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Acceptance letter from a Brazilian education institution |
Apply at Brazilian consulate |
Study-focused cultural programs |
| Botswana |
Work Visa |
Work and Residence Permit |
For skilled workers with job offers in Botswana |
2016-03-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment contract required |
Application through local immigration office |
Work permit tied to employer |
| Zambia |
Work Visa |
Temporary Work Visa |
For foreign workers in Zambia |
2015-06-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application through immigration |
Dependent visas available |
| Nigeria |
Work Visa |
Temporary Work Permit |
For foreigners working on projects in Nigeria |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer confirmation |
Apply through Nigerian consulate |
Strict permit control |
| Cameroon |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign nationals employed in Cameroon |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job contract required |
Apply through local authorities |
Job related to local industry |
| Senegal |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign nationals working in Senegal |
2017-02-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Proof of employment |
Apply at local immigration office |
Job specific requirements |
| Morocco |
Work Visa |
Work Residence Permit |
For foreigners working in Morocco |
2016-04-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment contract required |
Submit application to consulate |
Limited to specific job offers |
| Algeria |
Work Visa |
Temporary Work Visa |
For foreign nationals working in Algeria |
2017-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment confirmation required |
Local employer must sponsor |
Applicable for short terms |
| Colombia |
Tourist Visa |
Tourist Visa |
For tourism in Colombia |
2010-02-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Valid passport required |
Apply online or at embassy |
Cultural tours available |
| Peru |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreigners working in Peru |
2017-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply through immigration |
Conditions based on employment |
| Venezuela |
Work Visa |
Temporary Work Visa |
For foreign nationals working in Venezuela |
2015-12-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application to consulate |
Limited options for foreign workers |
| Bangladesh |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign workers in Bangladesh |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Application through local embassy |
Field-specific regulations apply |
| Afghanistan |
Work Visa |
Work Visa |
Temporary visa for foreign nationals working in Afghanistan |
2015-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply at embassy |
Security screenings required |
| Jamaica |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreigners gaining employment in Jamaica |
2018-10-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer confirmation |
Report to immigration upon entry |
Limited duration, can be renewed |
| Barbados |
Work Visa |
Temporary Work Permit |
For foreigners seeking employment in Barbados |
2016-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment contract required |
Apply through local authorities |
Cultural experiences included |
| Saint Lucia |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign national workers in Saint Lucia |
2016-09-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer confirmation |
Application through local authorities |
Limited to specified jobs |
| Fiji |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign nationals working in Fiji |
2017-03-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application to immigration |
Covers various employment fields |
| Samoa |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreigners with job offers in Samoa |
2018-06-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Application via immigration department |
Industry-specific requirements |
| Papua New Guinea |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
Temporary visa for foreign nationals working in PNG |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application to local immigration |
Limited duration, can be renewable |
| Tuvalu |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For skilled workers taking jobs in Tuvalu |
2017-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Application through local authorities |
Cultural exchange programs available |
| Tonga |
Work Visa |
Permit to Work |
For foreign nationals working in Tonga |
2016-10-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment offer required |
Submit application to local immigration |
Applicable to various sectors |
| Solomon Islands |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign expatriates obtaining employment in Solomon Islands |
2017-08-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Application through immigration |
Limited time based on contract |
| Kiribati |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign workers in Kiribati |
2018-04-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Expectations set by employers |
Application through local administration |
Cultural collaboration encouraged |
| Marshall Islands |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For job-seeking foreigners in the Marshall Islands |
2018-11-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Application through consulate |
Duration limited to employment period |
| Micronesia |
Work Visa |
Visa for Employment |
For foreigners pursuing jobs in Micronesia |
2017-04-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job agreement must be confirmed |
Apply through local authorities |
Cultural engagement emphasized |
| French Polynesia |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For skilled workers in French Polynesia |
2017-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer confirmation |
Application through local administration |
Pathway to long term stay |
| North Macedonia |
Work Visa |
Temporary Work Permit |
For foreigners working in North Macedonia |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply through local consulate |
Seasonal or fixed contracts available |
| Albania |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign skilled labor in Albania |
2016-09-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit applications at consulate |
Ongoing adjustments in the visa processing |
| Moldova |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign nationals working in Moldova |
2018-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit applications via immigration |
Possibility for permanent residency |
| Ukraine |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreigners seeking employment in Ukraine |
2017-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer from local employer |
Apply through immigration service |
Temporary to permanent transition possible |
| Georgia |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign workers employed in Georgia |
2018-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Confirmation of employment required |
Apply through consulate |
Cultural exchanges inclusive |
| Armenia |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign nationals working in Armenia |
2016-03-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Submit application to immigration |
Work permits aligned with labor shortages |
| Azerbaijan |
Work Visa |
Work Visa |
Foreign employment opportunities in Azerbaijan |
2017-06-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer must be verified |
Application through local authorities |
Various employment sectors included |
| Belarus |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
Temporary work visits to Belarus |
2017-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Valid contract required |
Apply through local government |
Potential for work switch after a year |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreigners taking jobs in Bosnia |
2018-08-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer need approval |
Apply at immigration office |
Cultural partnerships encouraged |
| Kosovo |
Work Visa |
Work Visa |
Employment for foreigners in Kosovo |
2017-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply at local administrative offices |
Potential for longer-term permits |
| Latvia |
Work Visa |
Visa for Employment |
For foreigners to obtain jobs in Latvia |
2018-10-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer must meet standards |
Submit applications to immigration |
Cultural heritage initiatives involved |
| Estonia |
Work Visa |
Temporary Work Visa |
For non-EU citizens seeking jobs in Estonia |
2017-12-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Apply through immigration |
Cultural programs aligned with EU guidelines |
| Liechtenstein |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For skilled workers in Liechtenstein |
2018-03-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer verification required |
Application process through labor office |
Guidance on residency available |
| Switzerland |
Work Visa |
B Permit |
For expatriates living and working in Switzerland |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer verified by employer |
Apply through regional authorities |
Residency extension options available |
| Isle of Man |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign nationals with job offers on the Isle of Man |
2016-09-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment contract required |
Apply through immigration service |
Strong focus on labor shortages |
| Guernsey |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For skilled workers wishing to work in Guernsey |
2017-03-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer required |
Application through local immigration |
Cultural interaction promoted |
| Jersey |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreigners seeking employment in Jersey |
2018-06-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer confirmation needed |
Application through local authorities |
Potential for residency pathways |
| Cayman Islands |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign workers in the Cayman Islands |
2017-05-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer verification required |
Apply through labor ministry |
Cultural initiatives celebrated |
| British Virgin Islands |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For expatriates working in the British Virgin Islands |
2016-10-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer confirmation required |
Application through local government |
Cultural connections encouraged |
| Montserrat |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For foreign nationals gaining employment in Montserrat |
2018-12-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer must be verified |
Apply through local authorities |
Focus on community development |
| Dominica |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For skilled foreign workers in Dominica |
2018-01-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job confirmation are needed |
Submit application to immigration |
Culturally engaged employment |
| Seychelles |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For expatriates working in Seychelles |
2018-11-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Requires local job offer |
Apply through government office |
Focus on sustainable tourism |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For skilled labor in Saint Kitts and Nevis |
2018-07-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Employment offer required |
Submit applications to local office |
Sustainability in focus |
| Cabo Verde |
Work Visa |
Work Permit |
For job-seeking foreign nationals in Cape Verde |
2018-04-01 |
Cultural Exchange Program |
Job offer necessary |
Application through local authorities |
Cultural tourism emphasized |