Work Module / Part 1

You want to start working in Estonia without a residence permit. Which authority must your employer register your short-term employment with?

• Estonian Trade Union Confederation

• Police and Border Guard Board

• Ministry of Education and Research

• Estonian ENIC/NARIC

Answer explanation

Employers must register short-term employment with the Police and Border Guard Board to comply with immigration regulations.

You need legal advice on your employment rights. Which organization should you consult?

• Labour Inspectorate

• ENIC/NARIC

• Police and Border Guard Board

• Ministry of Education and Research

Answer explanation

Labour Inspectorate provides legal advice and support regarding employment rights.

You are applying for the European Blue Card as a highly qualified worker. Who evaluates your higher professional education *if required??

• Estonian ENIC/NARIC

• Ministry of Education and Research

• Police and Border Guard Board

• Estonian Trade Union Confederation

Answer explanation

1. Regulated Positions: If your job is in a regulated field, the Ministry of Education and Research will assess your qualifications.

Unregulated Positions: If your job is not regulated, the Estonian ENIC/NARIC Centre will assess your qualifications.

You need to confirm your student status to take an academic leave. What document should you provide to your employer?

• Passport

• Work contract

• University confirmation letter

• Residency permit

Answer explanation

A confirmation letter from your university is required to validate your student status for study leave.

You want to register your place of residence in Estonia. Which authority processes this?

• Estonian ENIC/NARIC

• Estonian Trade Union Confederation

• Local government office

• Police and Border Guard Board

Answer explanation

The local government office is responsible for residence registration and issuing personal identification codes.

You need to apply for a temporary residence permit in Estonia. Which service center can you visit for this?

• Ministry of Social Affairs

• Police and Border Guard Board’s service center

• Tax and Customs Board

• Local Government Office

Answer explanation

Applications for temporary residence permits are handled by the Police and Border Guard Board’s service centers.

You are not EU citizen and have completed your studies in Estonia and want to stay to find a job. Your temporary residence permit for studies is expiring and you want to stay in Estonia to find a job. How long can you stay after your residence permit expires?

• 90 days

• 180 days

• 270 days

• 365 days

Answer explanation

Students from third countries can stay in Estonia for up to 270 days after their residence permit expires to find employment.

Before applying for a visa for employment and starting work, the employer must register your short-term employment.

• TRUE

• FALSE