What Must You Do to Be Eligible for a Work Permit?
The United States, all European Union member-states and other nations require work permits for immigrants who work domestically. Some U.S. states require work permits for minors as well.
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United States Immigration Documents
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People in the U.S. temporarily who need authorization to work must get an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). Immigrants already authorized to work but who need a document to demonstrate this authorization also use the EAD for this purpose. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issues the EAD.
United States Documents for Minors
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Many U.S. states require work permit documents for those under 18. With some exceptions, California requires a work permit for those under the age of 18, and similar situations apply in some other states. In California, minors typically obtain the permit at school.
California requires special permits for minors working in the entertainment industry. New York requires proof of physical fitness to get a work permit. Those under 18 face an array of work regulations in the United States, and should check whether their states require permits, and if so, what regulations govern those permits.
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European Union Immigration Documents
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Citizens of EU member-states who wish to work in the EU will typically need proper documents. Plans are under way to create an EU "work permit," sometimes termed an "EU blue card" or "EU green card." At present, however, every EU member-state has its own laws and regulations regarding employment of those who are not nationals of an EU member-state.
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