How to Obtain a Work Visa

Being procedural might be the last thing on your mind once you’ve landed that dream job overseas, but before your new adventure can begin, you’ve got to get it right with the paperwork.

That’s right, I’m talking about that cumbersome application for the work visa. You’ll want it to work for you rather than against you; the last thing you want is for the paperwork to get in the way of your new lifestyle.

In this light, BritishExpats.com has put together a handy, quick, to-the-point guide for how to obtain that all important visa. While the guide is steered toward the British expat, the advice can be useful to anyone.

Here are the 6 steps they offer, in short:

1. Give yourself plenty of time: don’t rush it, or it may end up costing you more time in the long term.
2. Regard your references: getting the right references is always important no matter what you’re applying for.
3. Submit all relevant documents: Make sure you send in your application with all the other required documents too.
4. Count the costs: If there are fees associated with the application, make sure to pay them!
   
5. Wait for your visa to arrive: I know you’re anxious, but give your visa enough time to process.
   
6. Make sure all the information is up-to-date: Most visas have an expiration date. If your documents aren’t up to date, your visa could expire sooner than you’d like!

For a more in depth explanation of the 6 steps, check out the page at BritishExpats.com.

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