Recently, a ranking of the 23 most popular vacancies for foreign skilled workers that can be granted work visas was published. Find out more about the most popular professions in Estonia

Currently, Estonia has 23 in-demand jobs for foreign skilled workers that can grant work visas in 2024. The largest number of labour migrants come to Estonia from Uzbekistan, India, Azerbaijan, Moldova and Georgia.

The country, which is known for its simplified work visa application procedure and high approval rates, is the most accessible destination for skilled professionals looking for international work opportunities.

The country's unique attractiveness is further underlined by the relatively lower number of visa applications compared to other countries in the world.  The exceptional ease of obtaining a work visa is particularly relevant as Estonia is facing an urgent problem - a shortage of skilled labour.

According to Statistics Estonia, there are 12,040 vacancies in the country, which is 8.7% less than in the previous year. Despite this reduction, Estonia continues to struggle with labour shortages in various sectors. 

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Labour shortage in Estonia

The acute shortage in the labour market is particularly noticeable in the following specific sectors:

1. Healthcare: doctors, nurses, physiotherapists and physician assistants are urgently needed to strengthen Estonia's medical infrastructure;

2. Manufacturing industry: fitters, process controllers and machine mechanics are crucial for keeping Estonia's industry running;

3. Agriculture: Crop farmworkers, livestock specialists and mobile farm operators are key players in ensuring food security and agricultural prosperity;

4. Technology: Information and communication technology specialists are the backbone of Estonia's digital revolution, driving innovation and progress.

The most popular professions in Estonia

The Estonian government has published a list of the most popular professions that will allow you to obtain an employment visa:

1. Woodworkers;

2. Specialist doctors;

3. Waste sorters;

4. Physiotherapists;

5. Pharmacists; 

6. Operators of machines for the production of paper products; 

7. Specialists in nursing care;

8. Operators of mobile farming and forestry units;

9. Mixed workers in crop and livestock production;

10. Controllers of production processes in metallurgical production;

11. Couriers, messengers and baggage carriers;

12. Management and organisational analysts;

13. Fishery workers in inland and coastal waters;

14. Operational technicians in information and communication technologies;

15. Hunters and trappers;

16. Healthcare assistants;

17. General practitioners;

18. Fisheries and aquaculture workers;

19. Electronic engineering technicians;

20. Dentists;

21. Crop farmworkers;

22. Operators of plants and machines for the production of chemical products;

23. Mechanics and repairers of agricultural and industrial machinery.

These professions are competitive, and the average salary varies from industry to industry. Estonia, known for its affordability, stands out as a country where the cost of living is relatively lower than in many other European countries.

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The editors of Visit World recommend using the Travel Guide for Estonia for a comfortable and safe trip.

The guide is a detailed written document that contains basic advice on obtaining a visa, crossing the border, getting a job, citizenship, and much more. More details at the link.

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Products from Visit World for a comfortable trip:

Checklist for obtaining a visa and necessary documents in Estonia;

Legal advice on immigration in Estonia;

Travel insurance for foreigners in Estonia;

Medical insurance all over the world.

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