Work Permit

A work permit is official permission from a government allowing a foreign national to work in that country, often tied to a specific employer, role or period. It may be issued separately from, or combined with, a visa or residence permit.

Related Terms

  • Employer of Record (EOR)

    An employer of record (EOR) is a company that legally employs workers on another business's behalf in a country where that business has no entity. The EOR holds the employment contract, runs payroll and meets local employment duties, while the client directs the daily work.

  • Right to Work

    Right to work is a person's legal permission to be employed in a country, and the checks employers make to confirm it before someone starts. In the United States, the phrase also names laws on union membership.

  • Visa Sponsorship

    Visa sponsorship is when an employer formally supports a foreign worker's application to live and work in a country. The sponsor usually takes on legal duties such as meeting wage rules, keeping records and reporting changes.

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