Other Visa Programmes allow professionals, entrepreneurs, and families to relocate to a new country through dedicated immigration programmes. In 2026, 7 countries offer at least one other visa pathway in our database, each with different income thresholds, processing timelines, and paths to permanent residency.
This page compares every other visa programme we track, listed alphabetically. 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 | PR Path | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | M Visa - Business/Commercial | — | 7–21 days | — | Yes |
| Fiji | Exemption Status - iTaukei Ancestry | — | 20–30 days | — | Yes |
| Kenya | Class M Work Permit (Refugee) | — | 40–60 days | 1 yr | Yes |
| Latvia | Au Pair Permit | €740/mo | 15–30 days | — | No |
| Slovenia | Ancestry - Slovenian Descent Permit | — | 20–30 days | 1 yr | Yes |
| Ukraine | Au Pair (via Private Reasons) | — | 10–30 days | — | No |
| Vanuatu | Development Support Visa (NGO/Govt) | — | 15–30 days | 10 yr | Yes |
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China (1 programme)
- M Visa - Business/Commercial (inactive) — M Visa - Business/Commercial.
Fiji (2 programmes)
- Exemption Status - iTaukei Ancestry (inactive) — Exemption Status - iTaukei Ancestry.
- Work Permit - Volunteer (inactive) — Work Permit - Volunteer.
Kenya (1 programme)
- Class M Work Permit (Refugee) (inactive) — Class M Work Permit (Refugee), with path to permanent residence in 1 year.
Latvia (1 programme)
- Au Pair Permit — Au pair permit. 1 year, renewable once. €740/mo stipend.
Slovenia (2 programmes)
- Ancestry - Slovenian Descent Permit (inactive) — Ancestry - Slovenian Descent Permit, with path to permanent residence in 1 year.
- Volunteer Program Permit (inactive) — Volunteer Program Permit, with path to permanent residence in 1 year.
Ukraine (4 programmes)
- Au Pair (via Private Reasons) — Au pair via private reasons visa. Host must show UAH 20,000/month income.
- Permanent Residence Permit (inactive) — Permanent Residence Permit, with path to permanent residence in 1 year.
- Persons of Ukrainian Descent (inactive) — Persons of Ukrainian Descent, with path to permanent residence in 1 year.
- Volunteer Program Residence (inactive) — Volunteer Program Residence, with path to permanent residence in 1 year.
Vanuatu (3 programmes)
- Development Support Visa (NGO/Govt) — For NGO and government development workers. Up to 5 years. Very low application fee.
- Religious Worker Visa — For religious workers. 1 year, renewable.
- Permanent Residence Visa - Subclass 131 (inactive) — Permanent Residence Visa - Subclass 131, with path to permanent residence in 1 year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries offer other visas in 2026?
As of 2026, 7 countries in our database offer at least one other visa pathway. Requirements, processing times, and costs vary significantly between countries.
Which country has the easiest other visa to obtain?
We do not rank other visa pathways by difficulty — we found no source we could stand behind for such a score. The table above shows the published income requirement, processing time and family rights for each country, which is what the comparison now rests on.
What are the typical requirements for other 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 other visa?
Many other 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 other visa?
The path to permanent residency ranges from 2 to 10 years depending on the country. Some other visa programmes offer faster PR tracks than others — see the PR Path column in our table.
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See also: All Pathways by Country · Compare Countries Side by Side · Immigration Glossary
Data sourced from official government immigration portals, re-checked March 2026. Requirements change frequently — always confirm with the relevant embassy or immigration authority before applying.