Work Eligibility
/ˈwɜrk ˌɛlɪdʒɪˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal qualification or status enabling an individual to be lawfully employed.
Employers must verify work eligibility before hiring new employees.
- (n.) Documentation or evidence proving an individual's right to work in a particular jurisdiction.
The candidate presented documents proving her work eligibility in the country.
Forms
- work eligibility
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Commentary
Often used in the context of verification processes under labor and immigration laws; careful drafting should distinguish eligibility from authorization or permits.
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