Visa & work permit guides
Compare visa pathways across 202+ destinations. Find eligibility, processing times and validity at a glance.
Visa categories
Work Visa
Sponsored employment-based visa.
Processing: 30–90 days
Validity: 1–3 years
Student Visa
For enrollment in recognized institutions.
Processing: 30–60 days
Validity: Duration of program
Permanent Residence
Long-term residency leading to citizenship.
Processing: 6–24 months days
Validity: Indefinite (subject to renewal)
Digital Nomad Visa
Live locally while working remotely for foreign clients.
Processing: 15–45 days
Validity: 1–2 years (renewable)
Investor Visa
Residency via qualifying investment.
Processing: 60–180 days
Validity: 1–5 years
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