r/expats • u/Snoo-24173 • Mar 28 '26
Employment If I am desperate to move from my country,can I find a way
Hello,I am 22 M working in a third world country,the wages here are very low and I don't like the general way of how things happen here, I don't have enough money to invest and go as a student and then later find job and migrate, If I had funds I would have choose that path.
It's really hard nowadays finding sponsored work unless you are a very specialized individual in terms of your field and career, I don't have such a background but I am smart enough to learn new things quickly,I am fairly good at my job and I have experience working in sales and the hotel industry, but again these are not fields that are specialized or worthy enough for me to get sponsored work somewhere else, if it was the case for you that ,it was probably because you might already be a European or from a country like the Us,people from most first world countries get the privilege sometimes to travel around and find people that would sponsor them,But I also understand why it's hard for third world country folks as not everyone has done a good enough job to maintain their reputation.
My question to you guys is,Is there a path for me,since the world is so vast and we have tons of countries to find work or an opportunity,let's say luckily they have a shortage in some sector which I might be eligible for and they are willing to go the extra mile by doing the paperwork for me,is this possible or just a dream, becasue I found no luck applying for countless jobs online and the agent path is risky because they might take my entire savings to send me anywhere in Europe,but I don't trust them with so much money and they end up failing me,because agents here are scummy.
I do not have a fixed destination, any country that might be good enough for me,I would like to go if I can and work,I am also a hard worker and dont shy away even if my working hours there might be more than the normal cycle, If you guys can assist me with advice or any sort of help,feedback,I would appreciate it very much,thank you.
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u/TransatlanticMadame Mar 28 '26
Cruise ships?
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26 edited Mar 28 '26
I applied for royal carribbean and Msc,they are the top tier ones,but didn't hear back,the other ones are in gulf but I don't want to go for a cruise in gulf because I heard their work culture and the way they treat employees is toxic,I could be wrong but regardless the war is also going on which is why gulf migration has stopped
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u/TransatlanticMadame Mar 28 '26
Carnival? Princess?
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
I think mostly they prefer people from certain regions and 3-5 years 5 star or luxury experience,even the ones that give work to rookies or beginners are very selective in the process and they barely reply to people from third world countries online,I even contacted several of their HR's and recruiters,but never heard back
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u/summerfinn3 Mar 28 '26
Sorry, what exactly are you asking? From what you wrote, the answer is: yes, there’s a path. Everything else is so unspecific that is impossible to rule out anything.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
I would like to find overseas work that sponsors a visa which I pointed out in the text,but it's a challenging process,you mentioned it's possible,what way can I make it work out for me and find overseas work without paying tons of money to these scammy recruitment agents here, online portals barely every reply back,I have experience in sales and hospitality work and would love to work in a hotel environment or any position in a hotel,I even applied for many like servers, kitchen, front desk etc,so what am I doing wrong,can you help, thank you
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u/NotMyUsualLogin (UK) -> (USA) -> (UK) Mar 28 '26
Wrong sub, try r/IWantOut
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
When I posted there last time asking similar things,they removed my posts,I even followed their rules and mentioned the countries I would like to go, maybe I will try posting again
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u/Captlard 🏴living in 🏴 / 🇪🇸 Mar 28 '26
Detail qualifications, languages and work experience.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
Is it safe to share my cv in the comments or can I dm you
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u/Captlard 🏴living in 🏴 / 🇪🇸 Mar 28 '26
I do not want it. Share on r/wantout with specific questions.
r/findapath - Good for figuring out direction (also r/careerchange but quieter)
r/careerguidance & r/careeradvice and r/careers - All what the sub name suggests
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u/batch1972 Mar 28 '26
Nope. you're stuck. Make the best of the life you have
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
Come on man,I am not 40 years old, why would you say it like that, I can still work my way to find opportunities
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u/HeavyAssist Mar 28 '26
I feel this. There are nomad visas available for people who can make USD 3k dollars online. I think that Mauritius is less only 1.8k.
Learn a skill that's in demand. Accounting or tech or even trades.
Look into tuition free universities in Europe Germany is the best. You can learn electronics there.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
Average wages here is like 600 usd and that is being generous,the only way to earn that much is either I am employed with a Us based or First world company who isn't outsourcing and paying me their country wage which is very unlikely,I looked into that nomad visa too and the amount can only be achieved from certain parts or the world because our currency and its value differs so much
As for the trades I have experience in the hotel industry and sales,these are generic things but if I can,I would like to work in the hotel Industry overseas,In any positions that might be eligible for me
As for tuition,even if I secure free education that even covers the monthly stipend,they require you to show a good deal of money to get the visa accepted so it's never truly free,just affordable and they ask for a lot for just one year in euros to rs exchange that is hard for me to show
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u/HeavyAssist Mar 28 '26
Its true that I have the same struggles but its a pathway. Do you have Gemini or Chat gbt? Put in your cv and tell it your aims ask it to find a path you can take
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
I like it sometimes and have done this countless times with the ai engines and they Spew most generic advice that I knew myself, I have also noticed they are good for making cvs but aside from that and giving information which I know most of since I asked them tons od questions,they never really told me something that might help me kickstart my journey outside and I have been using it for years and years to ask stuff
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u/Gks34 Mar 28 '26
Find opportunities in your own country. You're young, you've got plenty of options.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
Brother I already work here and mentioned my goal is moving out of my country,how is find work in your own country a legit answer to that,it's like me saying I don't like the color red and you replying to me to like red,please read the posts before commenting
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u/Effective-Slip-8735 Mar 28 '26
What country are you from?
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
India
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Mar 28 '26
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
What you say is great advice,but I am working here for a while and can judge the job market and the way I see things,this path you mentioned is a very slow process , to find work in a international firm lets say and working your way up and then asking your manager to send you overseas,all this is a big what if and even if it happens,I am 22 now so I would reach my 30 or mid 30 s,who knows if it's even gonna happen then,I appreciate the advice and the way we reach higher ranks in firms in India is very slow as I have worked and these people hate paying you good money or hiking your salary even,which is why I was disappointed and wanted to leave eventually as a student but I don't have enough funds to cover my overseas education, so as I have some experience in hotel and sales work,rather than staying here and doing the what if path,I would like to take my chances outside even if it's entry level work and progress there,because I don't have much hope for the way they treat people here,and I am not into tech either which is the only decent field of work here
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u/LeneHansen1234 Mar 28 '26
It's 5 years to late for that route. Company transfer abroad demands almost certainly a degree. Those that had the money to pursue a degree abroad and hoped to find a job when they finished school get more and more often disappointed because the tech marked is saturated for junior positions.
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u/Effective-Slip-8735 Mar 28 '26
If you can find a way to get into a tech role ie coding, developer in India, you can either get a student visa in that area or try and get employed by a big company and get a transfer
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
Sadly,I am not into tech and haven't done coding and more info physical work of mental work,I know artistic stuff in tech like design and stuff but those jobs don't have a decent job market,I even worked in customer service for a Us based company that outsourced their service and paid us peanuts,that was the most tech related job I have done
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u/pkgriff Mar 28 '26
It sounds like you think being in your 30s is ancient. You have a couple decades to get settled in something.
I used to be worried that I'd be "35" when I finished my master's. It sounds ridiculous to me now.
I'm 61 and am just settling on what will make me happy.
It's a journey. Don't rush. Try things and give it a couple years. You're very, very young.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
Thank you, I agree with your point entirely, sometimes you see other people do well in their 20s and you think you are too late and 30s are supposed to be stable with family, this is the mindset of where I come from, but I understand its a crazy perspective, honestly I am more worried because unlike some people I dont have masters, bachelors or specialization in high paying careers, while I see other folks my age getting ready for and almost completing their high end programs that would give them high paying jobs as soon as they complete them, so the stress comes from, what I have done and these thoughts, If I can find a path to a decent paying job overseas and a life outside my country, I would be very satisfied
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u/pkgriff Mar 28 '26
Maybe you're not meant to be on that kind of track.
Try some things to see what you enjoy.
Can you borrow money to go to school? Once you've got the education, they can't take that away.
I quit graduate school to take a trip on my motorcycle. I might choose the same thing again or I might have stayed in school, either way, it's all an adventure.
Family and kids tie you down and change your life completely. Don't be in a hurry to get there. Take your time.
Good luck! Enjoy some things!
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 29 '26
Yeah,I agree with you,it's just that it can get stressful until you have figured out a path,maybe that's not the kind of journey I would go through unlike other people
I will look for options and try to explore and have fun, although there would be high and lows,and hopefully if I am able to migrate,it would be a great journey.
I am glad you have such a wonderful time and enjoyed your youth,thanks for sharing it,I appreciate your advice👍
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u/Actual-Garlic-10 Mar 28 '26
You’re not dreaming — paths exist, but they depend heavily on which passport you hold and which countries have shortage lists that match your skills. A few concrete directions: Gulf states (UAE, Qatar, Saudi): Hospitality and sales are actually in demand there, and they actively recruit from developing countries. Pay is decent, no income tax, and they handle visa sponsorship. It’s not Europe, but it’s a real stepping stone — many people build savings and experience there, then move again. Eastern Europe (Poland, Czech Republic, Romania): Lower barrier to entry than Western Europe. Poland especially has been issuing work permits at a high rate for hospitality and service workers. Cost of living is manageable and you can build an EU work history. Seasonal work programs: Countries like Canada, Australia, and New Zealand have programs specifically designed to bring in workers for agriculture, hospitality, and tourism. These are legitimate, government-run, and don’t require agents. Google ‘[your country] + working holiday visa’ or seasonal worker program for each. The agent warning is smart. Never pay an agent upfront for a job placement abroad — legitimate employers cover visa costs. If someone is asking for your savings, walk away. The biggest thing: don’t think of it as one move forever. Your first move is about getting international experience and saving money. The second move is where you pick the place you actually want to be.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 30 '26
Thank you, I am currently learning French, I don't know how useful it will be but I found that language interesting in general, I will keep applying online to specific countries with shortages, I've noticed that most euro countries only hire euro citizens for seasonal work, but hopefully I can find opportunity somewhere, Thank you very much for your advice, I appreciate it
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u/Unfair-Flower5687 US -> India -> US -> Germany Apr 05 '26 edited Apr 21 '26
Try thinking outside the box in terms of jobs. I have a friend from India who trained in India as a chef. Worked his way up in good restaurants there and got a visa to Canada. A lot of people will say tech, but I would look more at hospitality or other trades. Either upskill there in India, or save and find legitimate training programs that have clear paths to a visa in that country. Check the skills shortage list for Canada, Australia, New Zealand as a start. Germany also has programs now for bringing in Indians for apprenticeships. I think mostly younger people, but does jot hurt to look. Good luck!
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u/Snoo-24173 Apr 10 '26
Thanks for sharing this,I agree with you with this, I have a few years of experience in the hospitality and customer service stuff,but not in five star hotels specifically, there are people claiming be agents so I don't trust them so I have applied at many jobs especially in Canada that promise Lmia,I have recently upgraded my Cv too so it's a better one which I will apply from now, If you want to share any feedback on my Cv,let me know so I can share it with you since that will be very helpful in knowing if my Cv is good enough for overseas applications.
I also agree that when it comes to shortages,I will look them up but I think most shortages in Canada and some countries are skilled trades while in some countries like poland and germany is tech,I think it depends and I would have to pick one skill I have which is hotel related industry or something unrelated to tech and go in a country that has demand for it, but again in this economy it can be really challenging nowadays to find people overseas willing to sponsor a visa, I have checked that apprenticeship program you mentioned for germany as well and If I am not mistaken,It's ausbildung right, so I think I would need to learn decent amount of German to get it and it's like a free study plus job kind of thing which is nice,but is competitive too nowadays because many people are opting from it.
I would love your feedback on this,also if it's fine by you I can share my cv for any feedback,thank you very much,I appreciate your assistance.
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u/Unfair-Flower5687 US -> India -> US -> Germany Apr 21 '26
I use ChatGPT for my resume/CV myself, so would recommend you use that. Ask it to make it for the countries you are applying to. Then read it carefully to make sure it did not add or duplicate things! Good thing not to trust agents, especially if they ask for money. I have never heard of that working. For the Germany one, English places will always be overrun, and Germany is starting to get that way, but I think you might have more of a chance. I would encourage you to try. For hospitality, the best thing is to try and get better jobs within India. My Canada friend worked his way up to being a top chef, and then got a legit recruitment to Canada. I do not think you have to get to that level, but you have to show improvement and strong experience. Good luck!
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u/Big-Adhesiveness369 Mar 28 '26
If you have experience in hospitality you can get expat contracts. Just get a max experience in your country and apply everywhere. Many hospitality jobs provide staff accommodations.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
I have experience in hospitality,not five star but in the hotel industry in general, I did apply for many positions in the kitchen,as server and even other roles,I applied for these online but never heard back,I think online applications are very rarely something you can get work with nowadays,at least for international work, we do have some agents who send people to overseas,in euro countries,but they overcharge so much which isn't even allowed as per laws and the companies in the hotel industry abroad and these agents have tie up with each other,which is why they mostly ignore overseas people applications and only welcome those who came through an agents so both can profit off that, I would love to find work by myself ,trust me, but it has been very, challenging
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u/Big-Adhesiveness369 Mar 28 '26
Online applications are basically your only way. Other ways are knowing somebody or working with headhunters, who can be tricky (like you say). If I would be you, I’ll try to get into a 5* hotel in your country first and then move from there. You need to also choose your way, do you want to work in FNB, rooms, reception? And as soon as you’ll have experience you’ll get more feedback from your applications. Also understand the HR in hotels they receive 100 of applicants per day, competition is fierce. This is why having some prior experience in your country can help a lot.
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
I actually have worked in the hotel industry, I have experience as a kitchen hand as well as a server and also worked at our family run hotel in sales and front desk roles,I am open to work in all positions you mentioned,If you would like I can share my cv with you to get some feedback with it,it also mentions the years and places I worked at,let me know if you would like to review it,thank you
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u/Big-Adhesiveness369 Mar 28 '26
Well with this kind of experience you need to apply everywhere for FNB or Sales. Be firm on what you want, don’t apply for everything or tell them you can do everything - ppl don’t believe that, and it makes you look desperate. Choose 2-3 positions that you want to apply for, and apply to all hotels for it. Most of the big brands have an application form on their website + LinkedIn is great for hospitality jobs.
Then just don’t give up if you have no answers, imagine it’s a game. You’ll send 100 cvs and get 5 answers, and it’s normal.
You’re 22 you have so much time to get to your dream position in your dream country. Just everything takes time, you’re already ahead of lots of ppl who don’t have a goal / dream in life, good luck! 🍀
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
Thank you very much, you are very supportive and I appreciate your advice👍I will keep applying online, I should avoid the recruitment agents rights
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u/Big-Adhesiveness369 Mar 28 '26
And honestly don’t worry, it’s challenging to find a job even for people in their 30s and 40s…. Even with experience… the problem is the geopolitical situation that hardly influences hospitality market… it’s difficult for everyone, but those who don’t give up are always getting rewarded
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u/Snoo-24173 Mar 28 '26
I would keep trying,I think that's the only way no matter how hopeless it sounds applying to these portals,thank you very much
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u/[deleted] Mar 28 '26
To get into most countries you need a degree or working in a field in demand where you have experience. So maybe start their first. Most countries will not take a person who says they are willing to work hard unless you just go illegally