Checklist For Important Things To Do Before Applying a Working Visa.

  1. Valid Job offer: Ensure you have an official job letter from a genuine employer.
  2. Employment Contract: Review terms, including salary, working hours, benefits and job responsibilities.
  3. Company verification: Check if the employer is registered and legally authorised to hire foreign workers. 
  4. Visa Type: Confirm the correct category of work visa required for your destination country.
  5. Valid Passport: Check your passport’s expiry date and ensure it has sufficient validity remaining as per the visa requirements of your chosen country. 
  6. Passport Photos: Recent passport-sized photographs that meet the specific dimensions and requirements of the visa application. 
  7. Visa Application Form: Complete the official visa application form for the country you are applying to, including all required personal details and information.
  8. Proof of Financial Means: Documents demonstrating your ability to support yourself financially while in the country, such as bank statements or proof of savings. 
  9. Educational Certificates: Copies of your relevant academic degrees and transcripts, translated if necessary 
  10. Professional Certifications: Copies of any professional licenses or certifications relevant to your job 
  11. Work Experience Documentation: Proof of previous employment history, including job titles, dates of employment, and responsibilities 
  12. Medical Examination: Depending on the country, a medical examination and associated documentation may be required 
  13. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC): A certificate from your home country verifying your criminal background 
  14. Health Insurance: Proof of health insurance coverage for your stay in the new country