Work visas and permits – Managing the essentials One of the most common problems in IT work is managing issues with visas and work permitsF. These problems can be a very serious, time-consuming and expensive obstacle to employment, for both employers and employees. Visas, an overview of the absolute basics Depending on the country in which you want to work, visas can be quite problematic. Many countries and regions, notably the US and European Union, require a lot of information and sometimes lengthy bureaucratic processes in order to get a visa. Please be aware that this is very much a compliance problem. Visas will not be issued unless applicants meet specific criteria. For example, types of work visas may include: Permanent visas Specialist visas Trainee visas Special visas Temporary work visas Sponsored visas The realities of getting a visa and work permit Depending on the type of work you do, and national or other regulations regarding employment, you could be facing an obstacle course. For example – many countries have legislation that requires that employers hire locally, rather than from overseas. They are permitted to hire overseas if people with the requisite skills cannot be hired internally. The application process can be lengthy, […] read more