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Can I work part-time during my studies in Ireland or Germany?

10 Jul 2026 · Answered by Saru Sharma · 1 min read
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Yes, you can work part-time during your studies in both Ireland and Germany, but each country has specific rules:

Ireland:
- Up to 20 hours/week during term, if you have a valid Stamp 2 student visa and are in a full-time course. - Up to 40 hours/week during official holidays (June 1 - Sept 30, Dec 15 - Jan 15). - You need a Personal Public Service (PPS) number to work. - Stamp 2A visa holders are not permitted to work.

Germany:
- Up to 20 hours/week during the semester for non-EU international students. - Full-time work allowed during semester breaks, but limited to 140 full days or 280 half days/year. - Some university jobs may be exempt from these limits.

Always follow these work limits to maintain your student visa status.

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