After completing masters, can I settle abroad if I get a good job opportunity in UK/Ireland?
Yes, securing a good job after your master's can help you settle abroad, but the pathway depends on the country.
- UK: After your master's, you can stay on a Graduate Route visa (up to 2 years, reducing to 18 months from 2027). If you get a skilled job with an approved employer, you can switch to a Skilled Worker visa, which may lead to permanent residency (Indefinite Leave to Remain) after about 5 years.
- Ireland: You can stay up to 24 months on the Stamp 1G post-study work visa. If you secure a job on the Critical Skills Occupations List, you can apply for a Critical Skills Employment Permit, which is a fast track to long-term residence and citizenship.
A relevant job offer is essential for transitioning to work visas that can lead to permanent settlement. Planning your job search with these visa pathways in mind will improve your chances.
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