Work Authorization + Employment Contract Review
Align immigration permission with the intended labor activity and review Colombian employment contract terms for risks.
Who this is for
- Foreign employees
- Foreign contractors misclassified as employees
- Employers hiring foreign workers
Common documents
- Visa/status documents
- Draft contract
- Role description
- Pay and benefits info
Typical next steps
- Confirm immigration permission scope
- Redline contract
- Provide compliance checklist and dispute avoidance steps
Risks
- Mismatch between visa permissions and labor activity can create legal exposure for client and employer
Print / Save checklist
Official sources
- Ministerio del Trabajo — Trabajadores extranjeros en Colombia (orientación)