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Saurav Pandey

8 Countries Where Indian Students Can Work for Maximum Hours

September 11 2024

USA

International students on F-1 visas can work 20 hours/week during school and 40 hours/week during breaks. Off-campus jobs are allowed after one year if facing financial hardship.

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Canada

Students can work 24 hours/week during school and unlimited hours during breaks if enrolled full-time with a valid study permit.

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UK

Students can work 20 hours/week during school and unlimited hours during breaks if enrolled in full-time degree programs. Work placements are allowed.

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Australia

Students can work 48 hours every 2 weeks during school and unlimited hours during breaks. Postgraduate research students have no work hour limits.

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Germany

Students can work 20 hours/week during school and full-time during breaks. Non-EU students can work 120 full days or 240 half days/year.

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New Zealand

Students can work 20 hours/week during school and full-time during breaks if enrolled in two-year programs or courses in areas with skill shortages.

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France

Students can work up to 964 hours/year (20 hours/week) during school and full-time during holidays. Different rules apply for required internships.

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Netherlands

Students can work 16 hours/week during school and full-time in summer. Non-EU students need a work permit, and required internships are exempt from limits.

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