Ireland Post-study work - PR & settlement
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Given my long-term goal of settling in Ireland, should I pursue permanent residency after my Master's or work abroad for a few years first?
→Staying in Ireland right after your master's is the faster route to permanent residency, since your Stamp 1G graduate visa gives 24 months of open work authorisation that counts toward citizenship, and 21 months on a Critical Skills Permit unlocks a sponsor-free Stamp 4 visa.
Which country is the best for settling in after completing my Computer Science degree?
→Germany, Canada, the Netherlands, and Ireland give Computer Science graduates the fastest paths to permanent residency, often within two years of skilled work. The United States pays the highest salaries but ties long-term settlement to the competitive H-1B lottery and lengthy Green Card backlogs.
Which master's specialisation suits a commerce and accounting graduate comparing options in Ireland and Canada?
→For commerce and accounting graduates, MSc International Finance, MSc Business Analytics, and Master of Accounting are the strongest picks. Choose Ireland for a fast 1 year track into European finance with a 2 year stay-back visa, or Canada for a stronger permanent residency pathway.
Does Ireland offer a PR pathway for international students?
→Yes, Ireland offers a clear, structured path to permanent residency through Stamp 4 status. Master's graduates get up to 24 months on the Stamp 1G post-study visa, and a Critical Skills Employment Permit can lead to permanent residency after just 2 years, or 5 years on a general permit.