Are you open to backup countries besides the USA due to visa rejections your friends faced in UK/Australia for a Master's?
Yes, considering backup countries for your master's is a smart move, especially if you've seen friends face US visa rejections.
Top alternatives with strong post-study work (PSW) options include:
- Canada: Up to 3 years PSW, with pathways to permanent residency. - UK: 2 years PSW after a master's, good for work experience. - Australia: 2 - 4 years PSW, depending on your course and location. - Germany: 18-month job seeker visa after graduation, leading to work permits. - France: Up to 2 years to find skilled work or start a business post-study. - Netherlands: 1-year Orientation Year visa for unrestricted work. - New Zealand: 1 - 3 years PSW, based on qualification and location.
Each country has different policies, fees, and residency pathways, which are subject to change.
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