Work & PR Abroad. Six countries. Six clear routes.
Your degree abroad is just the beginning. Whether you study in the UK, Germany, Australia, Canada, France, or Finland — each country offers a structured path from student visa to permanent residence. We map that path for you from day one.
UK
Germany
Australia
CanadaPR Pathways by Destination.
Current post-study work rights and PR routes. Updated for 2025.
UK
Why it works
English-speaking, largest Indian graduate community in Europe, NHS & tech jobs
18 months Graduate Route; up to 2.5 years with placement (3 yrs for PhD).
Germany
Why it works
Near-zero tuition + fastest EU PR track in Europe
Opportunity Card introduced in 2024 — strong tech demand.
Canada
Why it works
Strong Indian community, bilingual advantage, clear immigration system
PGWP restricted to DLI-approved institutions in 2024.
Australia
Why it works
High demand for engineers, nurses & IT; points-based system rewards Indian graduates
Duration tied to qualification level and location of study.
France
Why it works
Near-free public universities + full EU mobility across 27 countries
APS work permit + exclusive 5-year short-stay circulation visa for Indian alumni.
Finland
Why it works
Free tuition, growing tech sector, EU work rights from day one
English-taught programmes widely available; strong demand in tech and engineering.
Part-Time Jobs While Studying.
Cover living costs, build your CV, and gain real-world experience — all within your visa rules.
Key Rule — UK Student Visa
20 hours/week during term. Unlimited during holidays.
Your UK Student Visa permits up to 20 hours of paid work per week during term time. During official university holidays and summer breaks, you may work full-time without restriction.
NHS Healthcare Assistant
£12–15/hr
NHS experience boosts Skilled Worker visa eligibility
Retail Assistant
£11–13/hr
Flexible shifts that fit around your lecture timetable
Restaurant & Hospitality
£11–14/hr
Tips on top — great for weekend-only workers
Campus Library / Admin
£11–12/hr
Quiet, study-friendly — often reserved for enrolled students
IT Support & Tech
£13–16/hr
Builds your tech CV for Graduate Route and EU Blue Card applications
Delivery & Logistics
£12–14/hr
App-based flexibility — work whenever you choose
Week-One Priority
Register with HMRC & Open a UK Bank Account.
You cannot receive a UK pay cheque without a National Insurance number (apply via HMRC) and a UK bank account. Set these up in your very first week — Monzo and Wise open accounts remotely before you land.
Full-Time Work & Visa Routes.
Two clear UK pathways take you from your degree to a long-term career — and then to permanent residence.
Graduate Route Visa.
Automatically available to all UK graduates. No job offer needed, no sponsor required.
- 18 months stay after Master's with total placement up to 2.5 years after study year
- 3 years stay after a PhD qualification
- Switch to Skilled Worker Visa once you land a sponsored role
- No minimum salary threshold on Graduate Route itself
Skilled Worker Visa.
The main long-term work visa that counts towards Indefinite Leave to Remain. Requires a sponsored job offer.
- Minimum salary: £38,700/year (or role-specific rate)
- Employer must hold a UKVI sponsor licence
- Each year counts towards your 5-year ILR clock
- Family members may join you as dependants
Your Path to Permanent Residence.
Six countries. Six clear routes. Pick your destination — we'll map every step from student visa to PR.
UK
5 years on Skilled Worker → ILR
English-speaking, largest Indian graduate community in Europe, NHS & tech jobs
Germany
EU Blue Card → Settlement Permit
Near-zero tuition + fastest EU PR track in Europe
Canada
Express Entry / CEC → PR
Strong Indian community, bilingual advantage, clear immigration system
Australia
Skilled Independent (189/190) — points tested
High demand for engineers, nurses & IT; points-based system rewards Indian graduates
France
4 yrs residence → 10-yr residence card
Near-free public universities + full EU mobility across 27 countries
Finland
4 yrs continuous residence → PR
Free tuition, growing tech sector, EU work rights from day one
Your Move
Study here. Work here. Stay here.
Every country above has helped Indian students build their permanent future. Our advisors will show you which route fits your degree, your timeline, and your goals.
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Tell us your target country — we'll show you exactly how to get from student visa to permanent resident. Our advisors have helped hundreds of Indian students plan their route across six countries.
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