Is it easier to get PR in Ireland or New Zealand after completing the masters program for a Master's?
It is generally easier and faster to get permanent residency (PR) in New Zealand after completing a master's program than in Ireland.
- New Zealand: After your master's, you can get a Post-Study Work Visa (PSW) for up to 3 years. Your master's degree and skilled work experience help you qualify for PR through the Skilled Migrant Category points system. The PR process typically takes 2 - 5 years.
- Ireland: After your master's, the Third Level Graduate Scheme allows you to work for up to 24 months. For long-term residency, you usually need at least 5 years of continuous legal residence on an employment permit, so the PR timeline is longer - typically around 5 years.
New Zealand offers a clearer and often quicker PR pathway after your master's.
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