01Company10 minutes
Describe your needs
Profession, processes, positions, materials, shift model, accommodation, preferred start. The more precise, the fewer loops.
You doFill in the form or send an emailName a contact person Ponra doesReply within one business daySharpen the profile, clarify open points Costs only arise when a placed worker starts work.
02Ponra1–3 weeks
Review proposals
You receive anonymous profiles with processes, positions, experience, language level, verified certificates and welding video.
You doView profiles, mark favouritesRequest an interview Ponra doesCheck certificates against the originalPropose only suitable candidates Anything unverified is marked "not verified" in the profile — we don't hide it.
03Company1–2 weeks
Interview and offer
Video call with interpreter, work sample on site or at a testing facility on request. Then your offer.
You doConduct the interview, work sample if requiredDraw up the employment contract (Ponra template) Ponra doesOrganise appointment, interpreter, testing facilityReadable version of the contract for the candidate The candidate's contact details are released only after the offer and consent.
04Ponradepends on the authority
Documents and application
We compile the documents and submit the application for the single residence and work permit.
You doUpload the signed contractProvide proof of accommodation Ponra doesSubmit the application, answer queriesKeep deadlines visible in the portal Optional application assistance (approx. €250 one-off) covers the complete application including queries from the authority.
05Authorityvariable
Decision and arrival
After the decision we plan travel and arrival. Flight and accommodation are usually covered by the company.
You doOrganise or approve flight/travelProvide accommodation Ponra doesCoordinate arrival, first-week checklistSupport registration on site External costs are shown separately in the portal as expected and open items.
06Ponraongoing
Start and ongoing support
The monthly fee starts now. Hours, leave, sick notes and questions run through the portal.
You doApprove hours within 7 daysConfirm leave Ponra doesCommunication in the worker's languageInitiate renewal 90 days before expiry When the employment ends, the fee ends. Re-placement for the worker is free.