Explore Visa Routes Worldwide
151 visa routes
Accredited Employer Work Visa
Employer-sponsored work visa from an accredited New Zealand employer in a role on the skills list.
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
Employer-driven permanent residence program for skilled workers and international graduates settling in Atlantic Canada.
B Permit — Skilled Worker
Employer-sponsored residence and work permit for highly qualified non-EU/EFTA professionals in Switzerland.
Business Manager
Visa for starting or managing a business in Japan with a minimum investment of ¥5 million (~$33,000).
Business Visitor (Schengen C Visa)
Short-stay Schengen visa for non-EU/EFTA business visitors attending meetings, conferences, or negotiations in Switzerland for up to 90 days.
Caregiver Programs (Home Child Care Provider & Home Support Worker)
Work permit and permanent residence pathway for foreign caregivers providing home child care or home support services.
Critical Skills Employment Permit
Premium work permit for highly skilled workers in critical shortage occupations earning €38,000+.
Croatian Diaspora Return Permit
Residence permit for Croatian emigrants and descendants with automatic work authorization and relaxed requirements.
CUSMA/USMCA Professional Work Permit
LMIA-exempt work permit for professionals from the United States and Mexico under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement.
D7 Passive Income Visa
Residency visa for those with passive income such as pensions, rental income, or investment returns.
DAFT (Dutch-American Friendship Treaty)
Self-employment residence permit for US citizens requiring only €4,500 investment in a Dutch business.
Digital Nomad Permit
Temporary residence for remote workers earning €3,295+/month, with income tax exemption on foreign earnings.
Digital Nomad Visa
Temporary residence visa for remote workers employed by or contracting with companies outside Portugal.
Digital Nomad Visa
Residence visa for remote workers employed by or contracting with companies outside Spain.
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa for remote workers earning €4,500+/month to live in Estonia while working for non-Estonian employers.
Digital Nomad Visa (Subclass 408)
Temporary visa allowing remote workers employed by overseas companies to live and work in Australia for up to 12 months.
E-1 Treaty Trader
Visa for nationals of treaty countries engaging in substantial international trade.
E-2 Treaty Investor
Visa for nationals of treaty countries investing substantial capital in a U.S. business.
E-3 Australian Specialty Occupation
Specialty occupation visa exclusively for Australian citizens.
EB-1A Extraordinary Ability (Green Card)
Permanent residency for individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics.
EB-1B Outstanding Professor/Researcher (Green Card)
Permanent residency for internationally recognized professors and researchers.
EB-1C Multinational Manager/Executive (Green Card)
Permanent residency for multinational managers and executives transferring to U.S. operations.
EB-2 Advanced Degree/Exceptional Ability (PERM) (Green Card)
Permanent residency for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability (requires labor certification).
EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) (Green Card)
Permanent residency for individuals whose work is in the national interest (no labor certification or job offer required).
EB-3 Skilled Workers, Professionals, Other Workers (Green Card)
Permanent residency for skilled workers, professionals, and other workers (requires labor certification).
EB-5 Immigrant Investor (Green Card)
Permanent residency for investors who make substantial capital investment in U.S. businesses creating jobs.
Employed Worker Permit
Employer-sponsored work and residence permit for third-country nationals employed by a Croatian company.
Employee Work Visa
Employer-sponsored work visa for non-EU nationals who have a job offer from a Spanish company.
Employment Pass
Work visa for foreign professionals earning at least SGD 5,000/month with a job offer in Singapore.
Engineer / Specialist in Humanities
Standard work visa for professionals in engineering, IT, business, or humanities fields.
EntrePass
Work visa for foreign entrepreneurs starting an innovative, venture-backed business in Singapore.
Entrepreneur Visa
Residence visa for entrepreneurs launching an innovative business activity in Spain.
EU Blue Card
Germany's premier residence title for highly qualified non-EU professionals with a job offer meeting minimum salary thresholds.
EU Blue Card
Residence and work permit for highly qualified workers with a minimum salary of €24,846/year.
EU Blue Card Estonia
EU Blue Card for highly qualified non-EU professionals with a high-salary job offer in Estonia.
EU Blue Card Spain
EU-wide work and residence permit for highly qualified non-EU professionals with a high-paying job offer in Spain.
EU/EFTA Free Movement Permit
Residence and work permit for EU/EFTA nationals under the Agreement on Free Movement of Persons, with no quotas or labour market test.
Experienced Worker Permit — No Formal Degree (S19c(2) AufenthG)
New permit for experienced non-EU workers without a formal degree who have at least 2 years of relevant work experience plus vocational training.
Express Entry — Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Permanent residence pathway for skilled workers who already have Canadian work experience.
Express Entry — Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
Permanent residence pathway for qualified tradespeople with Canadian or foreign skilled trades experience.
Express Entry — Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
Points-based permanent residence pathway for skilled workers with foreign work experience.
F-1 Student Visa
Visa for international students pursuing academic studies in the United States.
Francophone Mobility Program
LMIA-exempt work permit for French-speaking foreign workers taking positions outside Quebec.
Freelance / Self-Employed (e-Residency)
Route combining Estonian e-Residency and a physical residence permit for self-employed professionals.
Freelance Permit
Self-employment visa allowing freelancers to work independently in the UAE across various sectors.
Freelancer / Self-Employment Visa (S21(5) AufenthG)
Residence permit for non-EU freelancers (Freiberufler) and self-employed professionals operating in Germany.
French Tech Visa
Fast-track Talent Passport for employees of French Tech certified startups and founders.
General Employment Permit
Standard work permit for non-EEA nationals with a job offer paying at least €34,000.
Global Investor Programme
Singapore's investment-based permanent residency programme for established business owners and investors committing S$10-50 million to Singapore.
Global Talent Stream (GTS)
Fast-tracked LMIA-exempt-like work permit stream for highly skilled tech and STEM workers with 2-week processing.
Global Talent Visa
For leaders or potential leaders in academia, research, arts, culture, or digital technology.
Golden Visa
Residency through qualifying investment in funds, research, or cultural heritage (real estate no longer eligible).
Golden Visa
Long-term residence visa (5-10 years) for investors, entrepreneurs, exceptional talents, and top students.
Golden Visa (Investor Visa)
SUSPENDED as of April 3, 2025 -- Real estate and financial investment-based residence visa; no new applications accepted.
Graduate Visa
Post-study work visa for international students who completed a UK degree — 2 years (3 for PhD).
Green Visa
Self-sponsored 5-year residence visa for skilled employees, freelancers, and investors.
H-1B Specialty Occupation
Temporary work visa for specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree.
Health and Care Worker Visa
For qualified doctors, nurses, health professionals, and adult social care professionals working for the NHS or approved employers.
Highly Qualified Professional Visa
Spain's national fast-track work visa for senior managers, highly qualified professionals, and graduates of prestigious universities.
Highly Skilled Migrant
Fast-track work permit for highly skilled workers with a salary above the income threshold.
Highly Skilled Professional
Points-based visa with accelerated path to permanent residency (1-3 years) for top talent.
ICT Card — Intra-Corporate Transfer (S19 AufenthG)
Permit for non-EU executives, specialists, and trainees transferred to a German branch of a multinational company.
Innovator Founder Visa
For experienced entrepreneurs establishing an innovative, viable, and scalable business in the UK.
International Experience Canada (IEC) — Working Holiday
Open work permit for youth from participating countries allowing them to travel and work anywhere in Canada for up to 1–2 years.
Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Permit
Permit for non-EU/EFTA managers and specialists transferred within a multinational to a Swiss entity, with no labour market test required.
Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Work Permit
LMIA-exempt work permit for multinational companies transferring executives, senior managers, or specialized knowledge workers to Canadian operations.
Intra-Company Transfer Visa
Residence permit for managers, specialists, and trainees transferred within a multinational company to a Spanish branch or subsidiary.
Intra-Corporate Transfer Permit
Permit for managers, specialists, and trainees transferred within multinational companies to Croatia.
Investor / Business Residence Permit
Norway does not have a golden visa or traditional investor visa; investment immigration is routed through the Self-Employed Permit requiring active business engagement and skilled qualifications.
Investor / Large-Scale Business Visa (S21(1) AufenthG)
Residence permit for high-net-worth non-EU investors establishing or acquiring a substantial business in Germany.
Job Seeker Permit
One-year permit for international graduates of Norwegian institutions to remain in Norway while seeking employment.
Job Seeker Visa
Twelve-month residence permit for non-EU graduates of accredited universities to search for employment in Spain.
L Permit — Short-Term Work
Short-term residence and work permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals on fixed-term contracts of 3–12 months in Switzerland.
L-1A Intracompany Transferee (Managers/Executives)
Visa for multinational managers and executives transferring to a U.S. office.
L-1B Intracompany Transferee (Specialized Knowledge)
Visa for employees with specialized knowledge transferring to a U.S. office.
LMIA-Based Employer-Sponsored Work Permit (Temporary Foreign Worker Program)
Temporary work permit requiring employer to obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment proving no Canadian worker is available.
Long-Stay Visa for Settlement
Settlement route for non-EU individuals with existing ties and legal residence in Estonia.
Long-Stay Work Visa
Standard work visa requiring a labor market test and authorization from the French labor office.
Long-Term Visit Pass
A long-term residency pass for family members (including parents) of Singapore Citizens or PRs, enabling extended stays of 1-3 years.
Lump-Sum Taxation Residence Permit
Residence permit for high-net-worth non-EU/EFTA individuals who agree to pay a fixed annual lump-sum tax to a Swiss canton, without engaging in gainful employment in Switzerland.
National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858)
Permanent visa for individuals with exceptional talent and internationally recognised achievements in target innovation sectors.
Non-Lucrative Visa
Residence visa for those with sufficient financial means to live in Spain without working.
O-1A Extraordinary Ability
Visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, education, business, or athletics.
O-1B Extraordinary Achievement in Arts
Visa for individuals with extraordinary achievement in the arts or motion picture/television industry.
ONE Pass
A 5-year personalised work pass for top global talent earning at least S$30,000/month, allowing simultaneous work for multiple Singapore companies.
Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte S20a AufenthG)
Points-based job-search visa for non-EU nationals to come to Germany and look for work for up to 12 months.
Personalised Employment Pass
A non-employer-tied premium work pass for high-earning foreign professionals earning at least S$22,500/month, valid for 3 years and non-renewable.
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Open work permit for international graduates of Canadian educational institutions, allowing them to work for any employer.
Prepaid Rent Residence Permit
One-year non-renewable residence permit requiring 12 months prepaid rent in Croatia.
Property Ownership Residence Permit
Temporary residence for non-EU property owners in Croatia, primarily used by retirees.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Province-specific immigration pathway where provinces nominate skilled workers for permanent residence based on local labor market needs.
Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP)
Canada's only passive investor immigration program, offering permanent residence through a $1 million CAD investment in Quebec.
R-1 Religious Worker
Temporary visa for ministers and religious workers coming to perform religious work.
Recognition Partnership Permit (S16d AufenthG)
Residence permit allowing non-EU nationals to enter Germany and complete the professional-qualification recognition process while already working.
Researcher / Scientist Permit
Residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals employed as researchers or scientists at Norwegian research institutions.
Researcher Visa
Residence permit for non-EU nationals conducting research at a Spanish institution or R&D centre.
Residence Permit for Business
Residence permit for non-EU entrepreneurs and shareholders actively managing a company in Estonia.
Residence Permit for Employment
Employer-sponsored residence permit for non-EU nationals to work long-term in Estonia.
Residence Permit for Major Investor
Residence permit for non-EU nationals making a substantial investment of at least €1,000,000 in Estonia.
Retirement / Financial Self-Sufficiency
Norway has no dedicated retirement visa; financially self-sufficient non-EU/EEA retirees have very limited pathways and generally cannot obtain independent residence permits outside of family reunification.
Retirement / Financially Independent Visa (S7(1) AufenthG)
Residence permit for financially independent non-EU nationals — including retirees — who wish to live in Germany without working.
Retirement / Independent Means Permit
Residence permit for non-EU/EFTA retirees aged 55+ who are financially independent and have demonstrable ties to Switzerland.
Rural and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP/FCIP)
Community-driven permanent residence pathway for skilled workers who want to settle in rural or Francophone minority communities across Canada.
S Pass
Mid-tier work visa for semi-skilled foreign workers with technical or associate professional qualifications earning above S$3,300/month.
Scale-up Worker Visa
For highly skilled workers joining fast-growing UK businesses (scale-ups).
Scientific Researcher Permit
Temporary residence permit for researchers at Croatian research organizations under a hosting agreement.
Seasonal Worker Permit
Short-term residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals employed in seasonal occupations such as agriculture, forestry, or hospitality.
Seasonal Worker Permit
Short-term work permit for seasonal employment in agriculture, hospitality, and tourism, up to 9 months.
Self-Employed on Assignment from Abroad
Permit for foreign self-employed persons with a company established abroad who have a contract to carry out a specific assignment for a Norwegian business.
Self-Employed Permit
Residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals who establish and actively operate their own business in Norway.
Self-Employed Persons Program
Permanent residence pathway for individuals with relevant experience in cultural activities or athletics who can contribute to Canadian cultural or athletic life.
Self-Employed Visa
Work and residence visa for non-EU nationals who wish to establish themselves as self-employed (autonomo) in Spain.
Self-Employment / Entrepreneur Permit
Residence permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals establishing self-employment or a business in Switzerland in the economic interest of the country.
Self-Employment Permit
Residence and work permit for foreign nationals establishing a business in Croatia with €27,000 minimum investment.
Short-Term Employment Registration
Employer-registered short-term work authorization for non-EU nationals staying up to 365 days in Estonia.
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) — Points-Tested Stream
Permanent residency visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member — based on a points test.
Skilled Migrant Category
Points-based residence visa for skilled workers under 55 with a job offer or in-demand skills.
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491)
Points-tested provisional visa allowing skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia for up to 5 years with a pathway to permanent residency.
Skilled Worker Permit
Norway's primary work permit for qualified non-EU/EEA professionals with a concrete job offer from a Norwegian employer.
Skilled Worker Visa
Employer-sponsored visa for skilled workers with a confirmed job offer in an eligible occupation.
Skilled Worker Visa — University Degree (S18b AufenthG)
General work permit for non-EU professionals holding a recognised university degree and a concrete German job offer.
Skilled Worker Visa — Vocational Qualification (S18a AufenthG)
Work permit for non-EU nationals with a recognised foreign vocational qualification and a German job offer.
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) — Core Skills Stream
Employer-sponsored temporary work visa for skilled workers in occupations on the Core Skills Occupation List.
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) — Specialist Skills Stream
Employer-sponsored visa for high-earning specialist workers earning above AUD 135,000 per year.
Standard Visitor Visa
Short-stay visa for tourism, business visits, and permitted activities up to 6 months.
Start-up / Business Founder Visa (S21(1) AufenthG)
Residence permit for non-EU entrepreneurs founding a business in Germany that benefits the regional economy.
Start-up Entrepreneur Programme
Residence permission for non-EEA entrepreneurs with an innovative business idea and €50,000+ funding.
Start-up Visa Program
Permanent residence pathway for immigrant entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas supported by a designated Canadian organization.
Startup Visa
One-year residence permit for non-EU entrepreneurs developing an innovative product with a Dutch facilitator.
Startup Visa
Temporary residence for non-EU founders building a scalable, tech-driven startup in Estonia.
Student Permit
Residence permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals enrolled full-time at a Swiss university or recognised institution.
Student Residence Permit
Residence permit for non-EU students enrolled full-time at an accredited Estonian institution.
Student Residence Permit
Temporary residence permit for third-country nationals enrolled in Croatian educational institutions.
Student Visa
For international students aged 16+ studying at UK educational institutions.
Student Visa
Long-stay visa for non-EU nationals enrolled in full-time educational programmes in Spain lasting more than 90 days.
Student Visa (S16b AufenthG)
Residence permit for non-EU nationals admitted to a full-time degree programme at a German university or Studienkolleg.
Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Visa for international students to study full-time at a CRICOS-registered institution in Australia.
Student's Pass
Singapore's visa for international students enrolled in approved full-time courses at Singapore educational institutions.
Study Permit
Authorization allowing foreign nationals to study at designated learning institutions in Canada.
Study Permit
Residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals enrolled full-time in an accredited Norwegian educational institution.
Svalbard (Visa-Free Arctic Territory)
The Norwegian Arctic archipelago of Svalbard is visa-free for all nationalities; anyone may reside indefinitely without a permit, subject to financial self-sufficiency.
Talent Passport
Multi-year residence permit for qualified employees, researchers, artists, and company founders.
Tech Visa
Fast-track work visa for tech professionals joining certified Portuguese tech companies.
Tech.Pass
Visa for established tech entrepreneurs, leaders, or technical experts to work in Singapore's tech ecosystem.
TN USMCA Professionals
Work visa for Canadian and Mexican professionals under USMCA (formerly NAFTA).
UK Ancestry Visa
For Commonwealth citizens with a UK-born grandparent — work freely without sponsorship.
Visitor Visa / eTA (Digital Nomad Use)
Visitors can work remotely for foreign employers while in Canada for up to 6 months without a work permit.
Work Holiday Pass
A 6-month work-and-holiday pass for students and recent graduates aged 18-25 from eligible countries, capped at 2,000 active holders.
Working Holiday Visa
12-month visa for young people (18-30) from eligible countries to travel and work in New Zealand.
Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)
Visa for young adults from eligible countries to holiday and work in Australia for up to 1 year, with extensions possible through specified regional work.
Youth Mobility Scheme
For young people (18-30) from eligible countries to live and work in the UK for up to 2 years.