Kosova’s legal framework allows foreigners to work within its borders by obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit. This can be obtained at the Republic of Kosova’s diplomatic or consular missions for those who need a visa to enter the country. If the foreigner does not require a visa, he or she may apply for a Temporary Residence Permit through the Republic of Kosova’s Foreigners Division. The applicant can stay in the Republic of Kosova until a decision is reached on this request, which must be made before the short-term residence expires.
Kosova allows citizens from over 100 countries to enter without a visa, which is a significant advantage: https://ambasadat.net/vizat/.This expedited admission process reduces travel plans and increases accessibility for foreigners, making Kosova an even more appealing destination to work. The applicants seeking a Temporary Residence Permit can submit the application personally, or their employer can do it on their behalf. If the Temporary Residence Permit applicant has children, they may submit the request on their behalf.
Non-Kosova citizens wishing to work in the country for more than three months must get a work permit from the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare.
Temporary residence permits for the purpose of employment:
- Valid travel document with validity period of at least 3 months longer than the period of requested residence permit;
- Employment contract, according to the labor legislation of the Republic of Kosova, exceptionally the employment contract is not required from the foreigner who is the owner of the business;
- Sufficient means for living which are proven through bank statement, employment contract or other evidences that proves that the foreigner has adequate means of living;
- Evidence that the citizen is not convicted, and evidence that is not under investigation by state, whose citizen is a foreigner or from a former state of residence, translated into one of the official languages in the Republic of Kosova;
- Certificate of business registration;
- Evidence on education, gained qualifications and training of the foreigner, exceptionally this condition is not required for the foreigner who is the owner of the business;
- Should not have been subject to a refusal of entry into the Republic of Kosova;
- Health insurance;
- Proof of vaccination in cases when a foreigner comes from a country which is declared of having epidemic status.
In cases when the application for residence permits with the purpose of employment within annual quota of employment made by a foreigner who is employed in NGOs the condition in section 5 is not required, however a certificate for NGO’s registration in the Republic of Kosova should be presented.
For further information, visit the website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs:
https://mpb.rks-gov.net/f/45/Leje-qendrim-i-perkohshem-per-te-huajt
https://kiesa.rks-gov.net/page.aspx?id=2,31
https://kiesa.rks-gov.net/page.aspx?id=2,32