HR Glossary

What is Work Visa?

A government-issued authorization that permits a foreign national to enter and work in a specific country, typically tied to a sponsoring employer, a defined role, and a set validity period.

Why it matters in hiring

Work Visa 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

• Wellness Benefits
• Withholding Tax
• Work Authorization
• Work Health and Safety Act (Australia)
• Work-Life Balance
• Worker vs Employee
• Workforce Planning
• Working Time Regulations

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