Can I Work Abroad in IT Without a Master’s?

Yes, you can work in another country after gaining experience in the IT industry—without necessarily doing a master’s degree there. Many countries value industry experience, in-demand tech skills, and global certifications over local degrees.

Countries Where It’s Common:

1. Canada – Through programs like Express Entry (based on work experience, skills, IELTS score).

2. Germany – Offers job seeker visas and work visas for experienced IT professionals.

3. UK – Skilled Worker visa available for sponsored tech jobs (no local degree needed).

4. Australia – Skilled migration based on experience and qualifications.

5. Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden – Hiring foreign tech talent with work experience, especially if you're fluent in English.

What Helps You Qualify:

• 3–5+ years of strong IT experience

• Global certifications (AWS, Azure, Cisco, etc.)

• IELTS/TOEFL score (for some immigration systems)

• A job offer (for work visas like the UK’s or Canada’s LMIA-based path)

• Solid project portfolio or GitHub contributions

Not Always Needed:

• A local master’s degree is not a requirement for most work visa routes.

• Some countries may require degree recognition (but your experience often carries more weight in IT).