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Does the country allow candidates to get permanent residence after gaining four to five years of experience abroad in Ireland/Canada?

13 Jul 2026 · Answered by Premlata Shandilya · 1 min read
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Yes, many countries allow candidates to apply for permanent residence (PR) after gaining four to five years of work experience abroad, but the requirements and timelines vary by country.

- Germany: You can apply for PR after 33 months on an EU Blue Card (or 21 months with B1-level language skills). Other work permit holders may be eligible after five years of employment. - Netherlands: Non-EU citizens can apply after five years of continuous legal residence. Study permit years count at 50%. - Canada: Standard PR requires three years of Canadian work experience, with some public policies offering pathways for those in essential occupations. - Japan: Typically requires 10 years of residence, with at least five years under a work or family status. - Ireland: Eligible for Long Term Residency (Stamp 4) after five years of qualifying work-based residence. - Norway: PR eligibility is after three or five years, depending on your permit type.

Immigration rules are subject to change.

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