CanadaEmployer-specific and open work permits, plus Express Entry and provincial programmes for permanent residence.
- Work permits
- Express Entry
- Provincial programmes
Quebec has its own rules on top of the federal ones.
Read the Canada guideStudy visa, work visa and IELTS / PTE guidance for 6 countries
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Work abroad, country by country.
Six countries, six different systems. Pick a destination to see the routes, the rules and the warning signs, explained honestly for professionals and their families. Decisions rest with employers and each government.
Official rules onlyEvery page points to government sources.
No visas for saleWe never sell jobs, sponsors or visas.
Honest about oddsCaps, waits and refusals are explained.
Family firstPartner and child options covered.
Choose your destination
Each guide has a route finder for your situation, the common visa types, a step-by-step plan, a document checklist and scam warnings specific to that country.
Canada
USAEmployer-sponsored visas such as H-1B and L-1, with OPT for U.S. graduates and employment-based green cards.
- H-1B
- L-1
- O-1
- OPT
Some visas have annual caps and green card waits can be very long.
Read the USA guide
UAEEmployer-arranged employment and free zone visas, with Green and Golden visas for some skilled people.
- Employment visa
- Free zone visa
- Green and Golden visa
A visit visa is not a work permit. Never start work on one.
Read the UAE guide
SingaporeEmployment Pass, S Pass and Work Permit, applied for by the employer, plus passes for founders and top talent.
- Employment Pass
- S Pass
- Work Permit
Wait for in-principle approval before you resign or travel.
Read the Singapore guide
AustraliaEmployer-sponsored visas and points-tested skilled migration, with a skills assessment for many occupations.
- Skills in Demand
- Skilled visas
- Graduate visa
Immigration advice must come from a registered migration agent or lawyer.
Read the Australia guide
United KingdomThe Skilled Worker route needs a licensed sponsor and a Certificate of Sponsorship, plus talent and graduate routes.
- Skilled Worker
- Health and Care
- Graduate visa
Check the employer on the official sponsor register first.
Read the United Kingdom guideAt a glance
A simple way to see how the systems differ. We do not compare salaries or approval chances, because those change and depend on your profile.
| Country | Usual route | Who applies | Key point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | Work permit, or Express Entry and provincial programmes for residence | Employer or you, depending on the route | Quebec has extra rules |
| USA | Employer-sponsored visas such as H-1B and L-1 | Employer files the petition | Annual caps, selection and long green card waits |
| UAE | Employment visa through a registered employer | Employer arranges the permit | Never work on a visit visa |
| Singapore | Employment Pass, S Pass or Work Permit | Employer applies to the ministry | Wait for in-principle approval |
| Australia | Employer sponsorship or points-tested skilled visa | Employer, or you through an expression of interest | Skills assessment and registered adviser |
| United Kingdom | Skilled Worker visa with a licensed sponsor | Employer issues the sponsorship, you apply | Check the sponsor register |
Rules, fees and occupation lists change often in every country. Treat this as an overview and confirm everything on the official sites listed in each guide.
Four questions before you pick a country
Do I have a job offer?
Most routes start with an employer. Without an offer, some countries offer points-tested or talent routes, but those are competitive.
Is my profession regulated?
Doctors, nurses, engineers, teachers and others often need a licence or assessment first. Start that early.
Do I want to settle long term?
Some work visas lead to residence and some do not. Check the pathway before you commit.
Is my family coming?
Dependant rules differ by country and visa, and some have tightened. Confirm before you plan.
Before you pay anyone, in any country
Fake job offers and visa sellers target people who want to work abroad. These checks apply everywhere, and each country guide adds its own.
See country guides- Never pay for a "guaranteed" job, sponsor or visa
- Verify the employer through official government channels
- A visit or tourist visa is not a work permit
- Get the offer and contract in writing and read both
- Use only regulated advisers where the law requires it
- Never send passport or bank details through a website form
Questions families ask
Can Ayaan Global get me a job abroad?
No. We never sell jobs, sponsorship or visas. We give general guidance and help you organise your documents. Employers and governments make every decision.
Which country is easiest?
There is no single easiest country. It depends on your profession, experience, language level, budget and family situation, and rules change. Read the guides and talk to us about your profile.
Do I need an English test?
Many routes ask for one, and the accepted test and level differ by country and visa. We offer IELTS and PTE preparation. Confirm the exact test your route accepts before you book.
Where do I check the latest rules?
On the official government websites linked in each country guide. Always confirm there before you pay or apply.
Are you looking to study abroad instead?
We have student visa guides too. Visit the Ayaan Global page to explore them.
Not sure which country fits you?
Share a few basics and our team will get in touch. This is general guidance only; we cannot promise a job, sponsor, visa, residence or approval.
Information on this page is general guidance and may be out of date. Always confirm with official government and employer sources.