Who can take a job where, without a permit.
By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 07/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.
Citizens of EU/EEA countries (and Switzerland under bilateral agreements) can generally live and work in the others without a work permit. Citizens of other countries usually need a permit or visa. The United Kingdom left the EU, so sponsorship routes apply.
| Country ⇅ | Bloc ⇅ | Free movement for EU/EEA citizens ⇅ |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | EU | Yes |
| Belgium | EU | Yes |
| Denmark | EU | Yes |
| Finland | EU | Yes |
| France | EU | Yes |
| Germany | EU | Yes |
| Iceland | EEA (not EU) | Yes |
| Ireland | EU | Yes |
| Luxembourg | EU | Yes |
| Netherlands | EU | Yes |
| Norway | EEA (not EU) | Yes |
| Sweden | EU | Yes |
| Switzerland | EFTA (bilateral agreements with the EU) | Yes |
| United Kingdom | Outside EU/EEA/EFTA (sponsorship routes apply) | No |
General information, not legal advice. Each country dossier links to its official immigration authority; confirm the current rules there before acting.