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United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Region: Asia

Diplomatic Visa
United Arab Emirates flagUnited Arab Emirates

Diplomatic Visa

Visa for diplomats, government officials, and representatives of international organizations. Duration varies by diplomatic appointment.

DurationVariable
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Training/Mission Visa - Work Experience
United Arab Emirates flagUnited Arab Emirates

Training/Mission Visa - Work Experience

Entry visa for trainees and interns. Valid for short-term work experience programs. Allows 30-180 days training within UAE organizations.

Duration180 days
Time14-21 days
Estimated Cost1800 AED
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Work Visa - Residence (Sponsored Employment)
United Arab Emirates flagUnited Arab Emirates

Work Visa - Residence (Sponsored Employment)

Employment-based residence visa for workers with local job offer and employer sponsorship. Valid 1-3 years depending on contract. Requires Ministry of Human Resources approval.

Duration1 to 3 years
Time14-42 days
Estimated CostFree
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Albania

Albania

Region: Europe

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Au Pair)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Au Pair)

Visa for young foreign nationals (typically 18-30) providing childcare and household assistance to Albanian families. Must have au pair acceptance from host family. Valid for up to one year, renewable. Includes room, board, and monthly allowance.

Duration1 year
Time15-30 days
Estimated Cost120 EUR
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Long-Stay Visa Type D (Diplomatic/Official)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Diplomatic/Official)

Visa for foreign nationals working in diplomatic missions, official government positions, or international organizations in Albania. Requires diplomatic note from sending government. Typically exempt from standard visa fees.

DurationVaries
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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Long-Stay Visa Type D (Employment)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Employment)

PR Pathway Available

Visa for foreign nationals seeking employment in Albania for more than 90 days. Requires job offer from Albanian employer and proof of work authorization. Valid for up to one year and allows application for residence permit upon entry.

Duration1 year
Time15-30 days
Estimated Cost120 EUR
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Long-Stay Visa Type D (Religious/Humanitarian Work)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Religious/Humanitarian Work)

Visa for foreign nationals engaged in religious activities, humanitarian work, or service with religious/humanitarian organizations. Includes missionaries, religious workers, and humanitarian aid workers. Valid for up to one year, renewable based on activity duration.

Duration1 year
Time15-30 days
Estimated Cost120 EUR
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Long-Stay Visa Type D (Scientific Research)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Scientific Research)

Visa for foreign researchers and scientists conducting scientific research at Albanian institutions. Requires letter of acceptance from research institution and proof of research project details. Valid for research period, up to one year.

Duration1 year
Time15-30 days
Estimated Cost120 EUR
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Long-Stay Visa Type D (Volunteer/Voluntary Service)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Volunteer/Voluntary Service)

Visa for foreign nationals participating in voluntary service or volunteer programs in Albania. Includes humanitarian work, NGO activities, and community service. Valid for duration of volunteer program, typically up to one year, renewable.

Duration1 year
Time15-30 days
Estimated Cost120 EUR
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Andorra

Andorra

Region: Europe

Active Residency - Employment (Procedure C)
Andorra flagAndorra
Limited

Active Residency - Employment (Procedure C)

PR Pathway Available

Work permit for foreign nationals with a signed employment contract with an Andorran company. Requires employer sponsorship and proof that position cannot be filled by local candidates. Subject to annual quota.

Duration1 year
Time~30 days
Estimated CostFree
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Cross-Border Worker Permit
Andorra flagAndorra

Cross-Border Worker Permit

Work authorization for residents of France or Spain who work daily in Andorra while maintaining primary residence outside the country. Requires employment contract and daily return to home country.

Duration1 year
Time14-28 days
Estimated Cost180 EUR
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Angola

Angola

Region: Africa

Work Visa
Angola flagAngola

Work Visa

PR Pathway Available

For foreign professionals with skills not readily available in Angola. Requires employment contract with an Angolan entity. Valid for duration of employment, typically up to 3 years.

DurationDuration of employment contract
Time60-90 days
Estimated Cost250 USD
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Argentina

Argentina

Region: South America

Academician/Researcher Visa (Category 23I)
Argentina flagArgentina

Academician/Researcher Visa (Category 23I)

Visa for academics and researchers conducting academic studies under university agreements. Valid 1 year for academic exchanges and research.

Duration1 year
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Catholic Clergy Visa
Argentina flagArgentina

Catholic Clergy Visa

Visa for Catholic Church clergy members. Valid for duration specified in invitation. For pastoral, community, and religious duties.

DurationVaries
Time14-21 days
Estimated CostFree
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Crew Visa (Category 24B-1)
Argentina flagArgentina

Crew Visa (Category 24B-1)

Visa for joining vessels as crew. Valid for up to 10 days. For ship crew and maritime workers joining vessels in Argentina.

DurationUp to 10 days
Time3-5 days
Estimated Cost150 USD
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Intra-Company Transfer Visa (Category 23E)
Argentina flagArgentina

Intra-Company Transfer Visa (Category 23E)

PR Pathway Available

Work visa for employees transferred from foreign branch to Argentine office of the same company. For managers, technicians, and administrative staff. Valid 1 year, renewable.

Duration1 year
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Journalist/Media Visa
Argentina flagArgentina

Journalist/Media Visa

Visa for foreign journalists and media professionals covering events in Argentina. Valid for short-term media coverage and reporting activities.

DurationVaries
Time10-15 days
Estimated Cost200 USD
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Non-Catholic Clergy Visa
Argentina flagArgentina

Non-Catholic Clergy Visa

Visa for non-Catholic religious workers including priests, pastors, and clergy of other faiths. Valid for duration of religious assignment.

DurationVaries
Time14-21 days
Estimated CostFree
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Professional/Technical/Artist Visa (Transitory)
Argentina flagArgentina

Professional/Technical/Artist Visa (Transitory)

Short-term visa for professionals, technicians, scientists, and artists coming to Argentina for paid or unpaid activities. Valid up to 30 days.

DurationUp to 30 days
Time5-10 days
Estimated Cost200 USD
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Seasonal Worker Visa (Category 24E)
Argentina flagArgentina

Seasonal Worker Visa (Category 24E)

Short-term visa for agricultural and seasonal work. Valid for up to 3 months. For harvest workers and seasonal employment.

DurationUp to 3 months
Time14-21 days
Estimated Cost150 USD
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Work Visa (Category 23A)
Argentina flagArgentina

Work Visa (Category 23A)

PR Pathway Available

Primary employment visa for salaried workers. Valid for 1 year, renewable indefinitely. Includes work rights and path to permanent residency after 3 years.

Duration1 year
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Armenia

Armenia

Region: Asia

Employment Residence Permit
Armenia flagArmenia

Employment Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available

Temporary residence permit for foreign nationals with valid employment contracts and work permits. Required for all foreign workers except highly skilled specialists and those with special/permanent residency.

Duration1 year
Time30 days
Estimated CostFree
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Austria

Austria

Region: Europe

Job Seeker Visa
Austria flagAustria

Job Seeker Visa

PR Pathway Available

Special visa for highly qualified third-country nationals seeking employment in Austria. Issued for 6 months to search for a job matching qualifications. Must achieve minimum 70 points to qualify.

Duration6 months
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Red-White-Red Card - Regular Seasonal Workers
Austria flagAustria

Red-White-Red Card - Regular Seasonal Workers

PR Pathway Available

Residence permit for seasonal workers who can convert to long-term status. Must have 7 months seasonal work in same industry for 2 consecutive years. Issued for 24 months.

Duration24 months
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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