Jump through hoops.
Go through difficult tasks.
To "jump through hoops" means to go through a series of difficult or complicated tasks to achieve an objective. This slang metaphorically compares these tasks to a circus act where performers literally jump through hoops. In everyday use, it applies to any situation where you need to meet numerous conditions or overcome various obstacles, much like an intense vetting process for a new job.
Example Sentences
You'll need to jump through hoops to get approval for this project.
You will have to overcome many obstacles to get approval for this project.
Jumping through hoops is just part of getting a visa these days.
Overcoming many obstacles is just part of getting a visa these days.
He had to jump through hoops for months to land that job position.
He had to overcome many challenges for months to secure that job position.
