Work Permit vs Employment Residence

Comparing two popular long-stay routes: Work Permit in Faroe Islands and Employment Residence in Oman. Requirements below, then check both against your passport and income.

RequirementWork PermitEmployment Residence
Min income
Min savings
Fee$210$210
Stay length12 months24 months
Processing8–16 weeks4–8 weeks

FAQ

Work Permit vs Employment Residence: which is easier to get?

Income rules differ, Work Permit expects no fixed income rule and Employment Residence expects no fixed income rule. Match both against your passport on Jonzy.

What income do Work Permit and Employment Residence require?

Work Permit (Faroe Islands) expects no fixed income rule; Employment Residence (Oman) expects no fixed income rule. Thresholds change, verify on each official portal and check your exact passport on Jonzy.

Can I check both against my passport?

Yes. Jonzy's free visa check buckets both programs as Eligible, Close, or Not a fit for your exact passport and income, and shows the smallest move that unlocks each one.