Evergreen Talent Group · 24 September 2026
Right-to-work rules depend on your nationality and the country the job is in. This is general guidance, not immigration advice; always check the official source for the country before you accept an offer.
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens
Citizens of EU and EEA countries and Switzerland can generally live and work anywhere in the EU and EEA without a work permit. Some countries ask you to register with the local authorities if you stay longer than three months.
The UK and Ireland
The UK is not in the EU. British and Irish citizens can live and work in each other's countries under the Common Travel Area. Most other nationals, including many EU citizens, need a visa to work in the UK.
Everyone else
Most other nationals need a work permit or residence permit before they start. These are often sponsored by the employer and depend on the role, salary and qualifications.
Where to check
Our country guides link each country's official immigration source, so you can check the current rules directly.
