Applying for a work visa can open the door to incredible career opportunities—but only if your documents are complete, correct, and submitted on time.
At TM Acquisition, we work with individuals and employers to prepare legally sound visa applications that reduce risk and increase approval rates. Below is a country-by-country breakdown of the most essential documents you’ll need to prepare when applying for a skilled or employer-sponsored work visa.
📂 General Documents for Any Work Visa (All Countries):
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✅ Valid Passport (with 6+ months validity)
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✅ Signed Employment Contract or Job Offer Letter
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✅ Up-to-date CV / Resume
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✅ Proof of Qualifications (Degrees, Diplomas, Certifications)
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✅ Work Experience Letters from previous employers
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✅ Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
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✅ Medical Examination Results (if required)
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✅ Passport-size Photographs (per country’s specifications)
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✅ Language Test Results (IELTS, TOEFL, CELPIP, etc.)
🇦🇺 Australia: TSS 482 / Skilled Visa Checklist
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✔ Standard Business Sponsor ID (if applicable)
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✔ Labour Market Testing evidence (ads, job listings)
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✔ ANZSCO occupation code confirmation
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✔ Skills Assessment from authorized body (e.g., ACS, Engineers Australia)
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✔ English proficiency proof (IELTS, PTE Academic)
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✔ Nomination approval (for employer-sponsored visas)
🇨🇦 Canada: Work Permit or Express Entry Checklist
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✔ LMIA approval letter (for employer-based applications)
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✔ Express Entry profile number (for FSW or CEC routes)
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✔ ECA (Education Credential Assessment)
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✔ Proof of funds (bank statements, affidavits)
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✔ Letter of Explanation (optional but recommended)
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✔ IELTS or CELPIP results
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✔ Police certificate + biometrics receipt
🇳🇿 New Zealand: AEWV (Accredited Employer Work Visa)
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✔ Job offer from an accredited NZ employer
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✔ Employment agreement that meets NZ standards
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✔ Employer’s Job Check approval
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✔ Evidence of work history aligned with role
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✔ Immigration medical certificate
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✔ Proof of English ability (if required for the role)
🇩🇰 Denmark: Fast-Track Scheme / Work Permit Checklist
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✔ Employment contract signed with certified Danish employer
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✔ Documentation showing role meets salary & skills criteria
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✔ Passport copy and residence application form
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✔ Educational diplomas (translated if not in English/Danish)
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✔ Proof of accommodation in Denmark
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✔ Documentation for spouse/children if applying together
🛡 Legal Tip: One Missing Document = One Rejected Visa
It only takes one missing or mislabelled document to trigger a refusal. That’s why TM Acquisition offers document preparation, legal review, and submission support to both individuals and companies.
✅ TM Acquisition Can Help You:
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Identify what documents you need for your specific visa route
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Handle translations, certifications, and notarizations
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Review all legal wording in job offers and statements
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Flag weak or missing evidence before you apply
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Submit a fully compliant package to immigration authorities
📞 Ready to Apply with Confidence?
Book a consultation with TM Acquisition today, and we’ll guide you through every document you need for a faster, safer, and more successful visa outcome.
