Germany Post-study work - PR & settlement
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If I study abroad, will I be able to get a job there, and what are the chances of getting permanent residency or a green card in Germany for a Master's?
→Do I need to start the permanent residency procedure along with my studies or after I reach Germany?
→No, you cannot start the permanent residency process during your studies. You must first graduate, then use an 18 month job seeker permit, then secure qualified work. With an EU Blue Card, you can apply for permanent residency after 21 months with B1 German, or 33 months without it.
Does a double masters degree from Germany count towards PR pathways?
→Yes, a double Master's from Germany counts heavily toward PR, since German university graduates need only 2 years of qualifying employment plus 24 months of pension contributions for a Settlement Permit, compared to 5 years for standard applicants. An EU Blue Card can shorten this to 21 or 27 months.
Is it difficult to get PR in Italy compared to Germany or Ireland?
→Yes, Italy is significantly harder than Germany or Ireland. All three need five years for permanent residency, but Italy has no fast track and requires A2 Italian, while Germany's Blue Card allows permanent residency in 21 to 33 months and Ireland needs no language test at all.
All Questions (50)
If I study abroad, will I be able to get a job there, and what are the chances of getting permanent residency or a green card in Germany for a Master's?
→Do I need to start the permanent residency procedure along with my studies or after I reach Germany?
→Can you help me with options for countries where I can work and have a good chance of PR after studies in Germany/Italy?
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→Why do Indian students still prefer Germany for studies despite lower savings potential compared to the US?
→Is learning German and working part-time as a Werkstudent during a master's a good strategy for eventually settling in Germany permanently?
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→How can I tell if a study-abroad consultant is giving biased advice against my chosen country like Germany?
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