The ability to work while on a study visa varies depending on the country and the specific regulations of that visa. Here’s a general overview of some popular study destinations –

United States – F-1 Visa: Students can work on-campus for up to 20 hours per week during the school term and full-time during holidays and breaks. Off-campus work requires authorization from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and is typically allowed only after the first academic year.

United Kingdom - Tier 4 (General) Student Visa: Students can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during vacations. Work placements and internships are also permitted if they are part of the course.

Canada - Study Permit: Students can work on or off-campus for up to 24 hours per week during regular academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks. You have to apply for a co-op work permit if u are opting for a co-op term during your study.

Australia - Student Visa (Subclass 500): Students can work up to 40 hours per fortnight (two weeks) during the study term and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks.

Germany - Student Visa: Students from non-EU countries can work 120 full days or 240 half days per year. Internships and work placements related to the course of study do not count toward this limit.

New Zealand - Student Visa: Students can work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during scheduled breaks. Postgraduate research students can work unlimited hours.