Process and compliance
Every placement is a legal move to a new country, with the work permit that country requires. This page covers how it works and who does what.
The first question HR asks
Can a worker with a residence permit from another EU country just start working here?
Usually not. Here is who does what.
- 1.What the worker has
- A valid residence permit (TRC) from one EU country. It lets them live there, but usually not work in another country.
- 2.What you apply for
- The local work authorisation in your country. The employer, or its licensed agency, applies.
- 3.What we do
- Prepare each worker's documents, explain the steps for your country on the first call, and follow up until the start date.
Steps
From request to first shift
- Day 1 · YouSend the requestTrade, headcount, location, start date, pay and housing. One call or one form.
- Within days · UsShortlistPre-screened profiles of people who already hold an EU residence permit, documents checked.
- Week 1 to 2 · YouInterviewsVideo or in person. Only the people you approve go further.
- Depends on the country · You and usWork authorisationYou or your agency apply for the local permit; we prepare each worker's documents and keep the process moving.
- Start date · WorkerFirst shiftWe coordinate travel and stay in touch through the first weeks.
Who does what
Responsibilities at each step
| Step | Manpower Abroad | You (employer or agency) |
|---|---|---|
| Candidate sourcing | Find workers who already hold a valid EU residence permit | Define the role, pay and housing |
| Screening | Check ID, residence permit validity, trade certificates and references | Interview and approve |
| Work authorisation | Prepare each worker's documents and follow up until the permit is issued | Apply as employer (or through your licensed agency) for the local permit |
| Contract and pay | Explain the offer to the worker before they agree to move | Employ on local terms, equal pay and conditions |
| Arrival | Coordinate travel and first-week check-ins | Induction and site safety training |
Screening
What we verify for every candidate
- Passport or national ID
- EU residence permit: type, issuing country and expiry date
- Trade certificates and licences (welding, forklift, food hygiene)
- Work history, with references from previous employers in Europe
- Language level for the site (English or local)
Equal treatment
Same terms as local staff
Workers are employed on local terms, with the same pay and conditions as local staff in the same role. Before anyone agrees to move, we give them the job, the pay and the housing in writing.
Manpower Abroad is registered in Romania as Manpower Abroad SRL.
Questions about permits for your case?
Book a 15-minute call. We go through the steps for your country and role.