Media type · The maximum paid work a student visa permits, sometimes with different limits in term and holidays.
Part-time work limit
The hours and conditions under which a student visa permits paid work.
Key facts
| What it is | The maximum paid work a student visa permits, sometimes with different limits in term and holidays. |
|---|---|
| Who sets it | The destination immigration authority, with enforcement through employers and border checks. |
| Check before paying | The current hour limit, whether holidays differ, which work types are allowed, and whether a work permission is required. |
Legal limit versus realistic hours
The visa sets the maximum, while term dates, language, study load and the local labour market set the real number. Students who plan on the maximum often find the first months earn far less.
Employers may also require registration, a tax number or a local bank account before paying. Those steps take time, so earnings should be modelled as a later-stage offset rather than arrival-week income.
Frequently asked questions
Can work cover the proof of funds?
Usually not, because the evidence is required before the work begins. Check the rule for the specific route.
Do holidays allow more hours?
Some routes allow more during official holidays. The definition of holiday and the permitted hours are set by the destination.