General Worker Visa Guide 2026 — Requirements

General Worker Visas allow professionals, entrepreneurs, and families to relocate to a new country through dedicated immigration programmes. In 2026, 3 countries offer at least one general worker visa pathway in our database, each with different income thresholds, processing timelines, and paths to permanent residency.

This page compares every general worker visa programme we track, sorted by difficulty score (1 = easiest, 10 = hardest). Use the table below to quickly identify which countries match your budget, timeline, and long-term goals. Click any country name to see its full immigration profile.

Country Comparison Table

#	Country	Programme	Income Req.	Processing	Difficulty	PR Path	Family
1	Antigua and Barbuda	Antigua and Barbuda Work Permit	—	14–42 days	6.0/10	4 yr	Yes
2	Angola	Angola Ordinary Work Visa	—	45–75 days	6.5/10	10 yr	Yes
3	Bahamas	Bahamas Annual Work Permit	—	28–42 days	7.0/10	15 yr	Yes

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All General Worker Visas by Country

Angola (1 programme)

Angola Ordinary Work Visa — Standard work visa for general employment in Angola with longer validity period but basic Portuguese language requirement.

Antigua and Barbuda (1 programme)

Antigua and Barbuda Work Permit — Standard work permit for foreign nationals with job offers. Employer must advertise locally first and demonstrate no qualified Antiguan available.

Bahamas (1 programme)

Bahamas Annual Work Permit — Standard work permit for foreign nationals with specialized skills. Requires employer to prove no suitable Bahamian candidates available and obtain labor certificate.

General Worker Visas by Country

Frequently Asked Questions

How many countries offer general worker visas in 2026?

As of 2026, 3 countries in our database offer at least one general worker visa pathway. Requirements, processing times, and costs vary significantly between countries.

Which country has the easiest general worker visa to obtain?

Based on our difficulty scoring, Antigua and Barbuda currently offers one of the most accessible general worker visa pathways, though eligibility still depends on your individual circumstances.

What are the typical requirements for general worker visas?

Common requirements include proof of income or savings, health insurance, a clean criminal record, and passport validity. Specific thresholds (income, education, experience) vary by country and programme.

Can I bring my family on a general worker visa?

Many general worker visa programmes allow family accompaniment (spouse and dependent children). Some also grant work rights to spouses. Check the family column in our comparison table above.

How long does it take to get permanent residency through a general worker visa?

The path to permanent residency ranges from 2 to 10 years depending on the country. Some general worker visa programmes offer faster PR tracks than others — see the PR Path column in our table.

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Data sourced from official government immigration portals, verified March 2026. Requirements change frequently — always confirm with the relevant embassy or immigration authority before applying.

General Worker Visas: Compare 3 Countries (2026)