Who can sponsor my father's work visa legally?

Sponsoring your father's work visa depends on the immigration laws of the country where you want him to work. In most countries, individual family members cannot directly sponsor a relative’s work visa unless they are also the employer or have legal authority to do so under specific visa categories.

Here’s how it typically works:

1. An Employer Must Sponsor the Work Visa

To get a work visa, your father generally needs a job offer from an eligible employer in the destination country. That employer must then act as the official sponsor by submitting a petition or application to the immigration authority.

2. Family Sponsorship vs. Work Sponsorship

• Family sponsorship (like for permanent residency or dependent visas) is different from work sponsorship.

• You cannot sponsor your father for a work visa unless you own a registered business and are offering him a genuine, eligible job position that meets visa requirements.

3. Alternative Options

• If your goal is to bring your father to live with you long-term, you may explore family reunification or parent visa options instead of work visas.

• If he qualifies independently (based on skills, experience, or job offers), you can assist with paperwork and guidance, but the sponsor must still be a legal employer.

4. Professional Help

You can consult:

• Licensed immigration consultants

• Migration lawyers

• Government immigration portals of the country you're applying to

They can help you understand available visa pathways and whether your father is eligible for work or family visas.

In summary, you cannot personally sponsor your father's work visa unless you're also his legal employer. A valid job offer from a recognized employer is required for a work visa application.