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Answer based on the actual limits of your work authorization and ask for clarification if the phrase 'without restriction' is ambiguous in your situation.
A time-limited visa can allow you to work legally now while still carrying future restrictions or sponsorship needs. Giving a simple yes can be misleading if the recruiter is asking about long-term eligibility.
You can explain that you are currently authorized to work through a specific date and would require sponsorship or another status afterward. That gives recruiting the information they need without guessing what their wording means.
Know your exact visa conditions and expiration date. Respond factually, and if the recruiter needs a yes-or-no answer, ask how they define 'without restriction' before you choose one. If useful, this guide on consulting experienced-hire criteria gives more detail.