7 PR-Friendly Countries for Indian Students in 2025

7 PR-Friendly Countries for Indian Students

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Canada is the top choice. With PGWP, express entry, and student-friendly PR rules, Indian students find it easier to settle after graduation.

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Australia offers multiple PR pathways via the Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485), skilled occupation lists, and regional study benefits.

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Germany offers an 18-month job-seeker visa after graduation. With stable jobs and integration, PR becomes accessible within 5 years.

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New Zealand provides open post-study work visas and PR via skilled migrant categories. Bonus: Education here aligns with job market needs.

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Ireland offers 1-2 year post-study visas, a booming tech sector, and PR after 5 years of legal stay—ideal for Indian STEM graduates.

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Sweden allows graduates to stay for a year to find work. Once employed, it offers a path to permanent residency in 4–5 years.

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Portugal’s student visa converts to a job-seeking visa post-study. After 5 years of legal stay, students can apply for PR and even EU citizenship.

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Top PR-friendly countries: Canada, Australia, Germany, New Zealand, Ireland, Sweden, Portugal. Study smart, settle smoothly!

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