work permit

noun

: an official document that shows that a person is allowed to work

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In the past, those migrants were released and could get a work permit. CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026 In the past, those migrants were released and could get a work permit. Gisela Salomon, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026 Investigators also believe Lakanwal was under financial strain after his work permit expired and may have been experiencing a mental health crisis. Steven Beynon, ABC News, 6 Feb. 2026 The investigation revealed 593 employees ages 14 and 15 were allowed to begin work at Cave Burger King franchises without a child labor work permit, which is required by state law. Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for work permit

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“Work permit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20permit. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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