European Work Permit

🌍 TBC Consulting · Work Permit Services

Work Legally Across Europe.
We Handle Every Step.

From employer sponsorship to visa filing, work permit approval, housing, and integration — TBC Consulting manages the entire process for non-European nationals seeking employment in Portugal, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Albania, and North Macedonia.

🇵🇹Portugal
🇭🇷Croatia
🇷🇸Serbia
🇧🇦Bosnia
🇦🇱Albania
🇲🇰N. Macedonia
6 European CountriesActive placements
10+ Job SectorsHospitality to IT
🇵🇹 IEFP CertifiedPortugal licensed agency
48h Response TimeTo every application
2 OfficesIstanbul · Lisbon
Country Explorer

Choose Your Destination. We’ll Get You There.

Select a country to see available job sectors, work permit requirements, and exactly what TBC Consulting handles for you.

🇵🇹

Portugal 🇪🇺 EU Member

IEFP-certified recruitment · Lisbon office · EU work authorisation via employer sponsorship

Job Sectors

🏨 Tourism & Hospitality 🏗️ Construction 🏭 Manufacturing & Factory 🌾 Agriculture 🧹 Domestic & Care 💻 IT & Tech

🔥 High demand = employer-sponsored positions ready now

Permit Details

Permit Type
Employer-sponsored work authorisation (Article 88 / IEFP route)
Duration
1 year, renewable annually
Minimum Wage
€870/month (2024) — sector wages vary
EU Access
Full Schengen + EU rights after 5 years residency
Our Advantage
TBC is IEFP-licensed — we file directly with Portuguese authorities

TBC Services

  • Job matching with IEFP-compliant Portuguese employers
  • Employer sponsorship letter and contract preparation
  • SEF / AIMA work permit filing — fully managed
  • NIF (tax number) registration on arrival
  • SNS health service registration
  • Accommodation finding in Lisbon, Porto, Algarve
  • Bank account setup and integration support
Ready to work in Portugal? Submit your profile — our IEFP-licensed team responds within 48 hours.
🇭🇷

Croatia 🇪🇺 EU Member · Schengen

EU member since 2013 · Schengen zone since 2023 · Strong tourism & logistics demand

Job Sectors

🏨 Tourism & Hospitality 🚚 Driving & Logistics 🏗️ Construction 🌾 Agriculture & Food 🏭 Manufacturing ⚓ Maritime & Tourism

Peak demand: April–October for hospitality & tourism roles

Permit Details

Permit Type
Employer-sponsored work & residence permit (dozvola za boravak i rad)
Duration
1–2 years, renewable
Minimum Wage
~€700/month gross
Schengen
Croatian permit allows Schengen zone travel
Labour Market
Croatia actively issues third-country national quotas for high-demand roles

TBC Services

  • Job matching with Croatian employers in tourism, logistics, and construction
  • Employer-sponsored work permit application — fully managed
  • OIB (Croatian tax number) registration support
  • Accommodation assistance in Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik
  • Airport transfer and first-week integration support
  • Health insurance registration and onboarding
Interested in Croatia? Tourism and logistics roles are high-volume — apply early.
🇷🇸

Serbia EU Candidate Country

Strong IT & engineering sector · Visa-free for many nationalities · Growing international workforce

Job Sectors

💻 IT & Software 🏗️ Construction ⚙️ Engineering 🏥 Healthcare 🏨 Tourism & Service 🏭 Manufacturing

Serbia’s tech sector is growing fast — IT salaries comparable to Western Europe

Permit Details

Permit Type
Employer-sponsored work permit (radna dozvola)
Duration
1 year, extendable
Process
Employer must demonstrate no suitable Serbian candidate available
Salary Range
€500–€2,500/month depending on role
Path Forward
5 years → permanent residency · EU candidate status adds future value

TBC Services

  • Employer matching in Belgrade, Novi Sad, and Niš
  • Work permit (radna dozvola) application management
  • Temporary residence permit filing
  • Contract review and employment conditions guidance
  • Housing finder in key Serbian cities
  • Integration support and local orientation
Target Serbia? Strong IT and engineering demand — especially for skilled profiles.
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Bosnia & Herzegovina EU Candidate Country

Lower cost of living · Growing tourism sector · Hospitality and construction opportunities

Job Sectors

🏨 Tourism & Hospitality 🏗️ Construction 🌾 Agriculture 🏭 Manufacturing 💻 IT Services 🔧 Skilled Trades

Sarajevo and Mostar: growing tourism demand for hospitality staff

Permit Details

Permit Type
Employer-sponsored work permit (radna dozvola) — locals prioritised
Duration
1 year, renewable annually
Cost of Living
One of Europe’s most affordable — €400–600/month living cost
Process Time
2–4 months from application to permit
Path Forward
EU candidate status — pathway to EU mobility long-term

TBC Services

  • Employer matching in Sarajevo, Mostar, and Banja Luka
  • Work permit application — full process management
  • Temporary residence permit for workers
  • Employment contract review and translation
  • Affordable housing assistance
  • Arrival and local integration support
Bosnia — affordable European entry. Low cost of living, growing tourism demand.
🇦🇱

Albania EU Candidate Country

Fast-growing economy · Adriatic coast tourism boom · Low cost base · EU accession in progress

Job Sectors

🏗️ Construction & Infrastructure 🌾 Agriculture 🏨 Tourism & Hotels 💻 IT & Customer Support 🔧 Skilled Trades

Major infrastructure projects underway — strong construction demand

Permit Details

Permit Type
Employer-sponsored work permit — employer proves local vacancy first
Duration
1 year, renewable
Cost of Living
Very affordable — ~€350–550/month
Climate
Mediterranean — warm summers, mild winters
Currency
Albanian Lek (ALL) — EU adoption expected on accession

TBC Services

  • Job placement in Tirana, Durrës, and Shkodër
  • Work permit and residence permit management
  • Employment contract preparation and review
  • Housing and accommodation assistance
  • Local SIM, bank account, and integration support
  • Airport pickup and first-week orientation
Albania — fast-growing economy, EU on the horizon. Construction and agriculture roles available now.
🇲🇰

North Macedonia EU Candidate · NATO Member

Automotive & textile manufacturing hub · IT outsourcing growth · Affordable living costs

Job Sectors

🚗 Automotive Manufacturing 👕 Textile & Garment 🌾 Agriculture 💻 IT & Outsourcing 🏨 Hospitality 🏗️ Construction

Automotive and textile factories actively recruit international workers

Permit Details

Permit Type
Employer-sponsored work permit — employer must prove local vacancy first
Duration
12 months, renewable
Cost of Living
Very low — ~€350–500/month in Skopje
Currency
Macedonian Denar (MKD) — pegged to EUR
EU Status
NATO member since 2020 · EU accession negotiations ongoing

TBC Services

  • Factory and manufacturing job placement in Skopje & Tetovo
  • Work permit application — complete management
  • Temporary residence permit for employed workers
  • Contract translation and employment terms review
  • Housing near industrial zones and city centres
  • Bank account, local SIM, and integration support
North Macedonia — manufacturing and agriculture ready. Automotive and textile factories are actively hiring.
🇵🇹 Portugal · EU Member
🇭🇷 Croatia · EU + Schengen
🇷🇸 Serbia · EU Candidate
🇧🇦 Bosnia · EU Candidate
🇦🇱 Albania · EU Candidate
🇲🇰 North Macedonia · NATO Member
🏢 Istanbul Office
🏢 Lisbon Office
🛡️ IEFP Certified · Portugal
✈️ Full Relocation Support
🇵🇹 Portugal · EU Member
🇭🇷 Croatia · EU + Schengen
🇷🇸 Serbia · EU Candidate
🇧🇦 Bosnia · EU Candidate
🇦🇱 Albania · EU Candidate
🇲🇰 North Macedonia · NATO Member
🏢 Istanbul Office
🏢 Lisbon Office
🛡️ IEFP Certified · Portugal
✈️ Full Relocation Support

Why Choose TBC Consulting?

We don’t just send you a job link. We manage the complete journey — from matching to landing.

⚖️

Work Permit & Visa — Fully Managed

Our team files every document with the relevant European authority. You focus on preparing — we handle the paperwork, deadlines, and follow-ups.

🎯

Job Matching Across Sectors

From hospitality to IT, construction to logistics — we partner with employers across all six countries and pre-screen roles to match your skills.

🏠

Housing & Relocation Support

We help you find affordable accommodation before you arrive. No scrambling for housing in a new country — your room is ready on day one.

🤝

Integration & Onboarding

Bank account, local SIM, health registration, language orientation — our team supports you through the first weeks so you settle in stress-free.

How It Works

From Application to First Day at Work

A structured 5-step process — we manage every step so you don’t have to.

1

Submit Your Profile

Fill in your registration form with your skills, nationality, and target country. Takes 5 minutes.

Free · Online
2

Assessment & Job Match

Our team reviews your profile and matches you to suitable employers in your chosen country within 5 working days.

Within 5 days
3

Document Preparation

We prepare your work permit file — employment contract, sponsorship letter, and all supporting documents.

2–4 weeks
4

Permit Filed & Visa Issued

We file with the relevant European authority. Work permit and visa issued — we track the status throughout.

4–12 weeks
5

Arrival & Start Work

We arrange airport pickup, housing handover, and your first-week orientation. You arrive — we handle the rest.

You start working
🌍 TBC Consulting · European Work Permit Services

Ready to Work in Europe?

Submit your profile today and our team will contact you within 48 hours with available positions, your permit eligibility, and next steps — at no cost to apply.

🇵🇹 Lisbon Office — Portugal
🇹🇷 Istanbul Office — Türkiye
🛡️ IEFP Certified Agency