Most work visas start with a job offer and a recognised qualification. Below are the official fees, salary thresholds and documents for the routes we are asked about most, with Germany first.
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Researched in October 2026 from official government websites. Fees and rules change often, so always check the official page linked for each country before you apply. UK Home Office fees change on 8 October 2026. Where we could not confirm a figure, we say so and link the official page.
Shortage occupations include scientists, engineers, IT professionals, doctors, dentists, pharmacists and nurses.
Sources: Federal Foreign Office, What is the EU Blue Card, Consular Services Portal, Blue Card. Researched October 2026.
For university graduates and for people with recognised vocational training. A ZAB Statement of Comparability costs EUR 208 and can take up to 3 months. An anabin printout is free.
Sources: German Embassy Islamabad, Skilled workers holding a university degree, German Embassy Islamabad, Skilled workers with vocational qualification, Recognition in Germany, assessment of degrees. Researched October 2026.
With a fully recognised qualification no points are needed. Otherwise you need at least 6 points, for example for partial recognition, German skills or work experience.
Sources: German Embassy Islamabad, Opportunity Card, Consular Services Portal, Chancenkarte. Researched October 2026.
You also pay the Immigration Health Surcharge, usually GBP 1,035 per year.
Sources: GOV.UK, Skilled Worker visa: how much it costs, GOV.UK, Skilled Worker visa: your job, GOV.UK, Skilled Worker visa: knowledge of English. Researched October 2026.
Most employer-specific work permits need a positive LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) from the employer first.
Sources: IRCC, Fee list, Government of Canada, Work permit documents (outside Canada). Researched October 2026.
Working on a visit or tourist visa is not allowed. The residence visa steps must be completed within 1 month of entering the UAE.
Sources: UAE Government portal, Work visa, UAE Government portal, Work permits. Researched October 2026.
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