After completing my course abroad, can I stay there for job opportunities and good salary packages in UK/Netherlands for a Master's/PhD?
Yes, after completing your master's abroad, you can stay and look for job opportunities in the UK, Sweden, and the Netherlands.
- UK: The Graduate Visa allows you to stay and work for up to 2 years after your master's (changing to 18 months from January 2027). This 2-year period applies to applications made before 1 January 2027; applications submitted on or after that date receive 18 months, while PhD graduates continue to receive 3 years. No employer sponsorship is needed.
- Sweden: You can apply for a 12-month residence permit to search for jobs or start a business after graduation. Apply before your student permit expires.
- Netherlands: The Orientation Year permit gives you 12 months to find a job as a highly skilled migrant, with a lower salary threshold during this period.
Starting salaries and job prospects vary by country and sector, but all three offer strong opportunities for master's graduates. Visa durations and policies are subject to change.
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