How VisaPermit Works
An explanation of our assessment process, the data we use, and the limitations every user should understand.
⚖️ Legal Disclaimer: VisaPermit is an informational tool only. Our eligibility assessments do not constitute legal advice and are not a substitute for advice from a licensed immigration lawyer or Regulated Immigration Consultant. Visa decisions are made solely by government immigration authorities. VisaPermit cannot guarantee any particular outcome.
The Assessment Process
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Step 1
You Submit Your Profile
Answer a series of questions about your work history, qualifications, language ability, age, and nationality.
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Step 2
We Match Against Official Criteria
Your answers are compared against publicly available eligibility criteria from immigration authorities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA.
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Step 3
You Receive a Pathway Report
Based on your profile, we generate a personalised report showing which visa programs you may be eligible for, along with estimated processing times and next steps.
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Step 4
You Take Next Steps
Use your report to prepare documents, create Expression of Interest (EOI) profiles, or consult with an immigration professional.
Data Sources
- Australia: Department of Home Affairs (DHA) — SkillSelect, ANZSCO, skilled occupation lists
- Canada: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) — Express Entry, CRS, PNP criteria
- New Zealand: Immigration New Zealand (INZ) — AEWV, SMC, ANZSCO
- United Kingdom: UK Home Office — Skilled Worker visa, SOC codes, Appendix Skilled Occupations
- United States: USCIS / Department of Labor — H-1B, PERM, DOL Schedule A, prevailing wage
Known Limitations
VisaPermit assessments cannot account for every factor that influences a real immigration outcome:
- Individual circumstances: Medical issues, criminal history, financial capacity, and documentation quality all affect outcomes.
- Processing variability: Visa processing times and outcomes vary by officer, workload, and policy changes mid-year.
- Update lag: Immigration policy changes frequently. There may be a delay before VisaPermit reflects the latest changes.