Marshall Islands · Skilled Worker Visa

Employment Visa (E-1)

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Per §137 RMI Immigration Act — for non-citizens employed in RMI. Duration up to 2 years. Application checklist E1 availa…

Min income
Processing
42+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

Per §137 RMI Immigration Act — for non-citizens employed in RMI. Duration up to 2 years. Application checklist E1 available.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
24 months
Processing Time
42+ days
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–65
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Cost of Living

Majuro
Single (monthly)€2,240
Family (monthly)€4,800
Rent 1BR (center)€1,080
Groceries€320
Transport pass€45

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Employment Visa (E-1)?

Per §137 RMI Immigration Act — for non-citizens employed in RMI. Duration up to 2 years. Application checklist E1 available.

Can the Employment Visa (E-1) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

What is the cost of living in Marshall Islands?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Majuro: €2,240/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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