Work visas
Micronesian Employment Entry Permit (Work Permit)
The main route for non-citizens taking up employment in the FSM, combining an immigration entry permit with a labour work permit in a single application.
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Exact work-permit fees and processing times are set at state level and not published in a consolidated official schedule; confirm with the relevant FSM state immigration and labour office.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Micronesia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Alien worker's / employment entry permit
- Route type
- Work permit (employment)
- Maximum validity
- Up to one year, renewable
- Sponsorship
- Employer-led application
- Legal basis
- FSM Immigration Act (Title 50) with labour law (Title 51)
Who it is for
- Non-citizens with a job offer from an FSM employer
- Foreign workers required for roles in one of the four FSM states
- Employees whose employer will sponsor the permit
Requirements
- A job offer / employment with an FSM-based employer
- Compliance with national employment laws (Title 51 labour requirements)
- Valid passport (valid at least 120 days beyond entry)
- Employer submission of the work permit package to the relevant state office
What you can do
- Work legally for the sponsoring employer in the FSM
- Remain for the permitted period and apply to renew
- Work is limited to the terms of the permit
How to apply
- Employer submits the work permit application to the state immigration and labour office
- Authorities review the application and labour requirements
- On approval the entry/work permit is issued and the worker can take up employment
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.