Question 1

How long does a work permit take?

Accepted Answer

Processing time depends on the destination country, permit category, employer documentation, embassy workload, and the applicant’s individual case. After reviewing your documents, our advisor can provide an estimated timeline. Government processing times are not guaranteed.

Question 2

Which countries do you support?

Accepted Answer

Friendship Immigration provides guidance for immigration and visa services for Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Ireland, the Netherlands, the United States, Australia, Japan, and other destinations. Available programs may vary depending on your profile and current immigration rules.

Question 3

How does the initial service enquiry work?

Accepted Answer

Complete the online assessment form with your personal, education, work experience, travel, and visa details. Our team reviews the information and contacts you with suitable options, eligibility observations, and recommended next steps. The assessment does not guarantee visa approval.

Question 4

Is my information secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Documents are stored in secure, per-user storage and are accessible only to the client and authorized assigned advisors. Clients should upload documents only through the secure portal and should never share account passwords or verification codes.

Question 5

What documents are required?

Accepted Answer

Requirements vary by country and visa category. Common documents may include a valid passport, photographs, education records, employment documents, financial evidence, police clearance certificates, medical records, travel history, invitation letters, and application forms. A personalized checklist will be provided after assessment.

Question 6

Can I track my application online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Registered clients can log in to the secure portal to upload documents, review requests, communicate with their assigned advisor, and view application status updates such as pending, under review, submitted, approved, or refused.

Question 7

Canada: what is Express Entry and do I need an IELTS score?

Accepted Answer

Express Entry is the federal system that manages the Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades and Canadian Experience Class programs, ranking candidates by CRS score. An approved language test is required — IELTS General or CELPIP for English, TEF or TCF for French — along with an Educational Credential Assessment for qualifications earned outside Canada. You can estimate your score with our free CRS calculator before applying.

Question 8

Canada: do I need a job offer or an LMIA for a work permit?

Accepted Answer

Employer-specific work permits usually require a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from the employer. Open work permits — such as a Post-Graduation Work Permit, a spousal open work permit or International Experience Canada — do not require an LMIA or a specific job offer. We review which route fits your profile during the free initial service enquiry.

Question 9

UK: which visa route suits a skilled worker or student?

Accepted Answer

Most workers apply through the Skilled Worker route, which requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a UK licensed sponsor, an eligible occupation, a salary that meets the threshold and proof of English. Students apply through the Student route with a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a licensed institution, plus maintenance funds. Both routes include the Immigration Health Surcharge.

Question 10

UK: how much money must I show, and for how long?

Accepted Answer

Maintenance funds depend on the route and whether your sponsor certifies them. Where funds are required, they normally must be held in an eligible account for 28 consecutive days ending no more than 31 days before the application. We prepare a checklist with the exact amount and evidence format for your route.

Question 11

Europe: how does an employer-sponsored work permit work?

Accepted Answer

In most European countries the employer starts the process locally — a work or single permit application, often with a labour market test — and once it is approved you apply for a long-stay national (type D) visa at the embassy. After arrival you complete residence registration and collect a residence card. We handle contract review, document legalisation, translations and the visa filing for Serbia, Czech Republic, Poland, Italy, Spain and Portugal.

Question 12

Europe: what is the 90/180 Schengen rule for short stays?

Accepted Answer

A short-stay Schengen visa allows up to 90 days of stay within any rolling 180-day period across the 29 Schengen countries. Work, long-term study and long-term residence require a national long-stay visa from the specific country instead, not a short-stay Schengen visa.

Question 13

Europe: is IELTS or a local language certificate required?

Accepted Answer

Most blue-collar and semi-skilled European work permits do not require IELTS. Regulated professions — for example healthcare, teaching and some technical trades — may require recognition of qualifications and a local language certificate. Requirements are set by each country and can change; we confirm them against the current rules for your occupation.

Feature	Friendship Immigration	Traditional Process
Online client portal	Included	Often unavailable
Document tracking	Included	May be limited
Secure document upload	Included	Varies
Application status updates	Included	Varies
Transparent milestones	Included	Varies
Free initial service enquiry	Available	Varies
Dedicated advisor support	Available	Varies

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