The most favorable European countries for obtaining easy work visas

Europe's culture, varied cities, and different job openings are what most people are looking for to broaden their minds. A work visa is usually the initial rung in climbing the career ladder in Europe. For many of the temporary workers, getting a work visa is the first and most important step in exploring job opportunities in European countries. 

Work permit regulations vary from country to country with some simplifying the process. The article covers most European countries with a simple work visa process, the features of their job markets, immigration regulations, and the quality of life.

• Estonia

Estonia has the best work visa application process due to the fact its acceptance rate is high. But it has actually fewer requests than other countries do. That is why Estonia could be your top choice to work abroad. A D visa helps you to work on the short-term project or to start working immediately and to apply for the residence permit directly in Estonia.

• Lithuania

Lithuania attracts many immigrants. In order to relocate to Lithuania, an employer must hire you first. Once your employer has all the required documentation, he will make the application for the work permit to the Lithuanian Labour Exchange. The Labour Exchange is in charge of issuing work permits. EU residents can work in Lithuania without a permit. 

If the job requires high professional credentials in the labor market, the employee can demand labor market compliance. If accepted, you will have a need to apply for a temporary residence permit rather than a National visa (D) or Lithuania Work Visa.

• Iceland

Iceland is one of the most beautiful destinations and has a good work-life balance, located between Europe and North America. Icelanders who are working 40 hours a week and also flexible. Thousands of expatriates who want to move and work abroad enter the country. Just a contract is needed before applying for a visa. 

• Latvia

Foreigners can work in Latvia with a residency permission, type D visa, and work permit. Shareholders in Latvian companies, foreign citizens with permanent residency permits, and foreign managers who represent Latvian firms in the country are exempt. EU workers can work in Latvia without a permit. They must apply for a residency permit to remain longer than 90 days. 

• Slovakia

Slovakia's transition to a market economy and 3.4% GDP growth in 2023 make it a top destination for job seekers. In general, you need a single permit to reside and work in Slovakia, a work permit and a temporary residence for employment, a temporary residence for family reunification and a work permit within 12 months, or a temporary residence of a third-country national with long-term residence in another Member State.

Slovakia work visa types:

• Slovakia single permit: You simply need temporary residence for employment, not a work permit. To work in Slovakia with a single permit, your future employer must notify the appropriate Office of Labour of a job opening. This should happen 20 days before you apply for temporary residency.
• Work permit: Foreign people with a temporary residency permit for family reunification and a work permit can work in the country. Your future employer must notify the relevant Labour Office of the vacancy.
• Seasonal employment: Seasonal work permits are provided for no more than 180 days per year. Those with or without a Schengen visa for Slovakia face different requirements.
• EU blue card: Highly skilled specialists who meet the fundamental requirements receive this authorization.

• Luxembourg

Work visas in Luxembourg are straightforward to obtain and range from short-term to long-term. Luxembourg has had the highest minimum wage and lowest unemployment rate in Europe for 40 years despite its tiny size.

Following are visa types:

• A short-stay Schengen Visa (c) is typically issued for business purposes. Short-stay visas are perfect for conferences, meetings, and other business activities.
• Long-term stay National Visa (D) is for salaried, self-employed, or highly skilled foreigners who want to work for more than 90 days.
• The EU Blue Card is for highly trained and qualified foreign nationals who meet basic standards and will work for more than 12 months.

• Czechia

Location and developing economy draw job seekers and international firms to the Czech Republic. The workforce is well-educated. Foreigners seeking jobs overseas like it.

Types of work visas:

• Employee Cards are granted to certain employers for specific job positions. The two-year term can be extended.
• The EU Blue Card is a residency and work visa for university graduates (bachelor's or higher).
• Intra-Company Employee Transfer Card is for managers, specialists, or trainees transferring from non-EU companies for 3 months to 3 years.
• Business Visa (type D). The long-term business visa is for third-country citizens who want to run a business, trade, or be self-employed in the Czech Republic.
• Free access to the labor market for foreigners. Some foreigners, such as Blue Card holders' family members, permanent residents, and international students, can work freely.

• Germany

Germany has the largest skilled labor pool in Europe with 42 million workers. Additionally, its work market is multilingual and multicultural. 

Germany welcomes immigrants and recently introduced a "chancen karte" (opportunity card). Foreigners can search for jobs in Germany without a job offer using the opportunity card. 

German Long-Stay Visas allow you to work for:

• If you have a job offer in Germany.
• To start a business or freelance in Germany.
• Working as a freelancer. 
• If you will be looking for a job once you are in Germany.
• For young individuals interested in German culture and language.
• Issued to youth from Germany-approved Working Holiday Visa nations.

Conclusion

You can find the most up-to-date information on working holiday visas for each country on its own website. The best way to move abroad is to get a job. 

When a company supports someone, they can get a work visa and long-term residency. Even better, the company pays for your move and helps you get settled. Europe has a lot of great chances for temporary workers that are just waiting to be discovered.