HR Glossary

What is Work Authorization?

The legal right to work in a specific country, verified by employers during the hiring process through documents like the Form I-9 (US), and confirmed electronically through systems like E-Verify to ensure compliance with immigration and employment laws.

Why it matters in hiring

Work Authorization comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.

Related terms starting with W

• Walk-In Interview
• WARN Act
• Wellness Benefits
• Withholding Tax
• Work Health and Safety Act (Australia)
• Work-Life Balance
• Worker vs Employee
• Workforce Planning

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