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International students: get a permit before part-time work

Working without a permit can get your stay permit cancelled.

2026.10.23 · 2 min read

What happened?

International students (D-2) need a part-time work permit before they can take a part-time job.

How does it affect me?

Even if friends say it's fine, working without a permit puts both your studies and your stay at risk.

What should I do?

  1. Check with your school's international student office
  2. Apply for a part-time work permit
  3. Work only within the permitted hours
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