Global Hiring & Visa Glossary

Learn visa processes and how Say HELO! helps your international career journey.

Work Visa (Middle East)

Visa TypeMiddle East

Employment authorization documents required to work legally in Middle Eastern countries, typically sponsored by the hiring employer.

How Say HELO! Helps

After your successful interview and job offer, we facilitate the handover to the employer's HR department who handles the complete visa application process.

Employer Sponsorship

ProcessMiddle East

The process where a Middle Eastern employer sponsors a foreign worker's visa application, taking responsibility for the employee's legal status.

How Say HELO! Helps

We connect you with established employers who have experience with international hiring and visa sponsorship processes.

Labor Contract

DocumentationMiddle East

A legally binding employment agreement required for work visa applications in Middle Eastern countries, detailing salary, benefits, and job responsibilities.

How Say HELO! Helps

We ensure you understand your contract terms and connect you with employers who offer transparent, competitive employment packages.

Medical Certificate

DocumentationMiddle East

Health clearance documentation required for work visa applications in Middle Eastern countries, typically including blood tests and general health screening.

How Say HELO! Helps

While you obtain medical certificates independently, we provide guidance on approved medical centers and required tests for your destination country.

Residence Permit

DocumentationMiddle East

Legal authorization to reside in a Middle Eastern country while employed, typically processed after arrival and linked to your employment contract.

How Say HELO! Helps

We connect you with employers whose HR departments are experienced in processing residence permits efficiently for international employees.

Iqama (Saudi Arabia)

DocumentationMiddle East

The residence permit required for foreign workers in Saudi Arabia, issued by the employer and tied to your employment contract. It serves as your official ID during your stay.

How Say HELO! Helps

We connect you with reputable Saudi employers who handle Iqama processing efficiently and ensure full compliance with Saudi labor laws.

Kafala System

ProcessMiddle East

The sponsorship system in GCC countries where employers sponsor foreign workers' visas and residence permits, taking legal responsibility for their stay and employment status.

How Say HELO! Helps

We guide both employers and candidates through the kafala system, ensuring clear understanding of rights, responsibilities, and proper legal compliance.

UAE Residence Visa

Visa TypeMiddle East

The residence permit for foreign workers in the UAE, sponsored by the employer and valid for 2-3 years. Includes Emirates ID card for identification and access to services.

How Say HELO! Helps

We match you with UAE employers experienced in residence visa processing, ensuring smooth onboarding and timely visa issuance.

Emirates ID

DocumentationMiddle East

The mandatory identification card for all UAE residents, containing biometric data and required for banking, healthcare, and other essential services.

How Say HELO! Helps

We inform candidates about the Emirates ID application process and timeline, helping you prepare for life in the UAE.

GCC Work Permit

Visa TypeMiddle East

Employment authorization documents required across Gulf Cooperation Council countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman) for foreign hospitality workers.

How Say HELO! Helps

With over 12 years in the GCC, we understand each country's specific work permit requirements and connect you with compliant employers.

Entry Permit (UAE/GCC)

Visa TypeMiddle East

The initial visa that allows entry into GCC countries for the purpose of employment, issued before the residence visa and typically valid for 60 days.

How Say HELO! Helps

We work with employers who expedite entry permit processing, allowing you to start your new role quickly and efficiently.

No Objection Certificate (NOC)

DocumentationMiddle East

A document from your current employer in GCC countries permitting you to transfer sponsorship to a new employer without leaving the country.

How Say HELO! Helps

We advise candidates on NOC requirements and help navigate sponsorship transfers within the GCC smoothly and legally.

Labour Card (UAE)

DocumentationMiddle East

Official documentation in the UAE proving your legal right to work for a specific employer, processed by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.

How Say HELO! Helps

Our partner employers in the UAE are experienced with labour card processing and ensure full compliance with MOHRE regulations.

Attestation & Authentication (GCC)

ProcessMiddle East

The process of verifying educational and professional documents through home country authorities, UAE/GCC embassies, and ministries for work visa applications.

How Say HELO! Helps

We provide step-by-step guidance on document attestation requirements for GCC countries, helping you prepare all paperwork correctly.

Medical Fitness Test (GCC)

RequirementsMiddle East

Mandatory health screening required for all work visa applicants in GCC countries, testing for infectious diseases and general fitness for employment.

How Say HELO! Helps

We inform you about approved medical centers in the GCC and guide you through the medical fitness testing process upon arrival.

Visa Status Change (GCC)

ProcessMiddle East

The process of converting from visit/tourist visa to employment visa within GCC countries, allowing you to start work without leaving the country.

How Say HELO! Helps

We connect you with employers who can facilitate visa status changes, saving time and reducing relocation hassles.

J-1 Visa

Visa TypeUSA

A non-immigrant visa for individuals approved to participate in work-and-study-based exchange visitor programs in the U.S., commonly used for hospitality training and internships.

How Say HELO! Helps

We connect you with approved sponsor organizations like AJ1 Resources who guide you through the entire J-1 application process after you receive your job offer.

DS-2019 Form

DocumentationUSA

The 'Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status,' issued by a designated sponsor organization, required to apply for a J-1 visa.

How Say HELO! Helps

Our partner sponsors provide the DS-2019 form once you've been matched with an employer and completed the initial requirements.

SEVIS Fee

ProcessUSA

A fee paid to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) to maintain records of exchange visitors, required before applying for a J-1 visa.

How Say HELO! Helps

Our partner sponsors guide you through the SEVIS fee payment process and ensure all documentation is properly submitted.

DS-160 Form

DocumentationUSA

The Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application form required for all non-immigrant visa applicants, including J-1 visa candidates.

How Say HELO! Helps

While you complete the DS-160 independently, our partners provide guidance on how to accurately fill out hospitality-specific sections.

Designated Sponsor

ProcessUSA

An organization authorized by the U.S. Department of State to administer J-1 exchange visitor programs, such as AJ1 Resources for hospitality professionals.

How Say HELO! Helps

We have established partnerships with approved sponsors like AJ1 Resources, streamlining your connection to authorized J-1 program administrators.

Exchange Visitor Program

ProcessUSA

A program promoting mutual understanding between the people of the U.S. and other countries through educational and cultural exchanges in hospitality and other sectors.

How Say HELO! Helps

We specialize in matching candidates with hospitality exchange programs that align with your career goals and experience level.

Two-Year Home Residency Requirement

RequirementsUSA

A condition requiring some J-1 visa holders to return to their home country for at least two years after their program before applying for certain U.S. visas or permanent residency.

How Say HELO! Helps

We ensure you understand all J-1 requirements upfront and connect you with sponsors who can clarify how this applies to your specific situation.

Training/Internship Placement Plan (DS-7002)

DocumentationUSA

A form outlining the structured and guided work-based learning experience for J-1 interns and trainees in hospitality settings.

How Say HELO! Helps

We work with employers to develop comprehensive training plans that meet J-1 requirements and enhance your professional development.

Host Employer

ProcessUSA

The U.S. hospitality organization or company where the J-1 visa holder will complete their training or internship program.

How Say HELO! Helps

We pre-screen and match you with reputable hospitality employers who are experienced in hosting J-1 exchange visitors.

Cultural Exchange

RequirementsUSA

The primary purpose of the J-1 visa program, emphasizing the sharing of cultures between exchange visitors and their American hosts in hospitality settings.

How Say HELO! Helps

We connect you with employers and programs that prioritize meaningful cultural exchange experiences alongside professional development.

Work Authorization

Visa TypeGlobal

Legal permission to work in a foreign country, which may come in various forms including visas, permits, or temporary worker programs.

How Say HELO! Helps

We match you with employers worldwide who are authorized to sponsor international workers and guide you to the appropriate visa pathway.

Employment Visa

Visa TypeGlobal

A category of visa specifically designed for foreign nationals who have secured employment in another country, requirements vary by destination.

How Say HELO! Helps

We specialize in connecting hospitality professionals with employers who regularly hire internationally and understand employment visa processes.

Labor Market Test

RequirementsGlobal

A requirement in many countries to demonstrate that no local workers are available for a position before hiring foreign nationals.

How Say HELO! Helps

We work with employers who have already completed labor market testing or are exempt from these requirements for hospitality roles.

Temporary Worker Program

ProcessGlobal

Government programs allowing foreign workers to fill temporary or seasonal positions, common in hospitality sectors worldwide.

How Say HELO! Helps

We connect you with employers participating in legitimate temporary worker programs that offer pathways to longer-term opportunities.

Skills Assessment

RequirementsGlobal

Evaluation of professional qualifications and experience required for certain visa categories, ensuring candidates meet destination country standards.

How Say HELO! Helps

We help you understand which roles require skills assessment and connect you with employers who can guide you through the evaluation process.

Visa Processing Time

TimelineGlobal

The duration from visa application submission to approval decision, which varies significantly by country, visa type, and individual circumstances.

How Say HELO! Helps

We provide realistic timelines for different destinations and help you plan your career transition with appropriate lead times.

Embassy Interview

ProcessGlobal

An in-person meeting at a consulate or embassy where visa applicants answer questions about their application and intended stay.

How Say HELO! Helps

While we don't conduct interview preparation, our partner sponsors and employers often provide guidance specific to hospitality visa interviews.

Document Attestation

DocumentationGlobal

The process of verifying and authenticating educational and professional documents for international use, often required for visa applications.

How Say HELO! Helps

We provide guidance on which documents typically require attestation for hospitality positions and connect you with employers who understand these requirements.

Biometric Data Collection

ProcessGlobal

The process of collecting fingerprints, photographs, and sometimes iris scans as part of visa application procedures in many countries.

How Say HELO! Helps

We inform you about biometric requirements for different destinations and help you understand the complete application process timeline.

Visa Validity Period

TimelineGlobal

The duration for which a visa remains valid, determining how long you can stay in the destination country or the period during which you can enter.

How Say HELO! Helps

We help you understand visa validity periods for different destinations and match you with opportunities that align with your long-term career goals.

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