Studying abroad is a dream for many, but what makes it sustainable is the ability to work legally while studying. In 2025–2026, many countries have revised their immigration policies to support international students with part-time work rights, helping them cover tuition fees, gain local experience, and transition into full-time employment after graduation.

This guide lists real countries, their student visa work limits, top part-time jobs, and how to get started   legally and safely.

Countries That Allow International Students to Work in 2025–2026

Canada

• Work Limit: 20 hours/week (part-time), no limit during scheduled breaks

• Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Up to 3 years

• Common Jobs:

  • Cashiers and baristas

  • Warehouse packers (Amazon, Walmart)

  • Campus assistant

• Wage: CAD $15–$22/hour

• Student Visa Type: Study Permit (with off-campus work authorization)

🔹 Tip: Some provinces allow more than 20 hours/week due to workforce shortages (pilot ongoing in 2025).

Australia

• Work Limit: 24 hours/week during term, full-time during holidays

• Visa Type: Subclass 500

• Part-Time Jobs:

  • Housekeeping

  • Aged care assistants

  • Wait staff and kitchen hand

• Wage Range: AUD $23–$35/hour

• Post-Graduation Visa: Subclass 485 (Temporary Graduate Visa)

2025 Update: Australia raised working hours to meet labor shortages.

Germany

• Work Limit: 120 full days OR 240 half-days/year

• Student Visa Type: National Student Visa (D-type)

• Popular Student Jobs:

  • Research assistants

  • Delivery riders (Lieferando, Uber Eats)

  • Supermarket staff

• Pay: €12–€18/hour

• Post-Study Option: 18-month job seeker visa

🔹 Note: Knowledge of basic German improves chances of employment.

 United Kingdom

• Work Limit: 20 hours/week during term time

• Visa Type: Student Visa (formerly Tier 4)

• Common Jobs:

  • Retail staff

  • Data entry

  • Childcare assistant

• Wage: £10.50–£15/hour

• Post-Study Visa: Graduate Route (2 years)

Most universities offer on-campus job fairs in September.

 United States

• Work Options:

  • On-campus only for the first year

  • OPT (Optional Practical Training) after 1 year

• F-1 Visa Rules:

  • On-campus jobs only (20 hrs/week)

  • OPT & CPT allow work in your field of study

• Average Wage: $12–$25/hour

• Jobs:

  • Library or cafeteria assistant

  • Campus tech support

  • Lab assistant

Tip: Apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) early to secure post-grad employment.

Best Part-Time Jobs for International Students in 2025

 How to Find Part-Time Jobs Abroad as a Student

1. University Career Portals

2. Online Job Boards:

   • Indeed

   • StudentJob

   • Glassdoor

3. Walk-in Applications (restaurants, cafés, retail)

4. LinkedIn – update your status and city

Don’t:

• Work under the table (illegal jobs)

• Accept cash-only jobs without contracts

• Violate visa conditions

Extra Income Opportunities (2025 Remote Options)

• Freelancing (Fiverr, Upwork)

• Online Surveys and Research Studies

• Dropshipping or Affiliate Marketing (via blogs/Youtube)

• Social Media Manager for small brands

  Make sure your visa allows remote work in addition to student status.

Can You Transition to Full-Time Work After Graduation?

YES, most of these countries offer post-study work routes: