Easiest European country to find work in as a South African

curds · 2013-04-09T07:59:38+02:00

Explore tips for South Africans seeking work in Europe. Discover the easiest countries to find employment and visa options for young professionals.

curds New member

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curdsNew member09 April 2013 05:59:38

Hello Guys!

So, uhm I'm looking for a new country to move to and I've tried Google and as far as I can tell its ridiculously hard to find work in Europe as a non-EU member.

I'm not limited to just the EU, but most of the information is on the EU.

I'm a South African passport holder and I know I need a tourist visa for so many countries, I'm not looking forward to all the paperwork just to attempt getting a working visa.

I'm fairly young 26 female and I have a degree, not much experience in any long term career fields, but I'm not looking to go to Europe to save money just enough to live

Any suggestions on countries to look at would be great!

Thanks,
Curds

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ArmandViP09 April 2013 12:30:40

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Hi Curds!

Maybe you could tell in what field you are willing to work so that members can advise you accordingly.

Regards
Armand

curds New member

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curdsNew member09 April 2013 23:32:15

As I've stated I don't have much experience in any particular field so I'm pretty open on fields to work in.

If it helps I majored in psychology and communication, my working experience to date is ESL, career counselling and retail.

I'm not a qualified psychologist and I don't have a TEFL, I didn't need it. If need be I could get a TEFL/CELTA, but ESL work is very competitive in Europe and I would be happy with a 9-5 job.

I would even consider internships as long as they provided a stipend and accommodation.

I currently live in Asia and would like to work somewhere outside of Asia for a bit.

Thanks

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ArmandViP10 April 2013 07:53:02

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Maybe you should try browsing the different countries' forums and read jobs related topics. It might help you make a decision.

Good luck
Armand

Mariuso New member

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MariusoNew member10 June 2013 13:57:26

Hello curds

Coming from RSA, I'd say the UK and Ireland are the most promising for you, you might even be able to use your knowledge about Asia and South Africa in some of the numerous international companies based there.

But Europe is in recession while Asia and RSA are up. I wouldn't mind to leave Europe to Asia...

As for this forum, as you have noticed, instead of answering, some people are redirecting you to old posts, which is pretty useless. While your question was quite clear.

Cheers

SouthLondon Active member

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SouthLondonActive member05 July 2013 17:19:55

You could try Montenegro, look it up. Or Georgia eastern europe.

StephRou Member

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StephRouMember09 July 2013 17:08:06

Hi

I stumbled on your message - Im in a similar position - desperate to move to Europe (Austria preferably as I know people there).

I was just wondering if you have had any luck with your original question or is this a hopeless cause.

Thanks and cheers

Maximilien ViP

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MaximilienViP10 July 2013 09:58:35

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Hi StephRou,

Welcome to 玩偶姐姐

I suggest you start a new thread on the Austria forum for a better interaction

Thank you

Maximilien
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curds New member

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curdsNew member05 August 2013 06:18:38

Hello Steph rou,

Unfortunately I had no luck in procuring a job in Europe. I tried various programs, but they didn't have agreements with S.A and thus I didn't qualify.

The only place I seem to be able to find work in is in the Republic of Georgia, but that's more of a volunteer living with a Georgian family deal.

ps: My apologies for the late reply, but lol I'm trying to think of聽 my looming unemployment as more of a vacation and thus haven't seriously looked at finding work the last few months.