Where Kerala
goes abroad, mapped.
Twenty-five countries our students go to, sorted by what matters: cost, language, post-study work, and settlement timeline. Pick by the goal, not the brochure.
worldwide
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work visas
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Set your filters, see which of our 22 destinations actually fit your goals. No login, no email required.
22 destinations. Real numbers, no fluff.
Each card shows the four things that actually matter: total cost, language requirement, post-study work visa length, and how long to PR.
Specialized Pathways
For specific career routes that aren't standard study abroad. Most students who start here come for the structured employment outcomes.
United Kingdom
Post-Brexit, the UK runs its own Student Route visa, separate from the EU system. English-speaking, strong Kerala alumni network, 18-month Graduate Route after Masters, and direct Masters available without a Bachelor's degree.
European Union
Eleven EU destinations. Free tuition in Germany, paid internships in France, family-friendly Sweden, budget Masters in Poland. Schengen free movement, EU-wide work rights after graduation, pathways to EU citizenship.
Ireland
Stay-back of 2 years, English-speaking EU
- ▸IELTS 6.5
- ▸EU passport access
- ▸Tech hub Dublin
Malta
Pay tuition after visa is approved
- ▸Fee-after-visa
- ▸English-speaking
- ▸EU passport eligible
Germany
€0 tuition at public universities
- ▸Free tuition
- ▸18-mo Job Seeker Visa
- ▸PR in 21 mo
France
Paid internships built into your Masters
- ▸Mandatory paid internships
- ▸PR in 5 yrs
- ▸EU access
Netherlands
English-taught Masters across the country
- ▸IELTS 6.5
- ▸Orientation Year visa
- ▸PR in 5 yrs
Sweden
Spouse can work Day 1
- ▸Spouse work permit
- ▸English-taught
- ▸PR in 4 yrs
Finland
Low tuition, strong tech and gaming sector
- ▸English-taught
- ▸EU Blue Card
- ▸Year-round residence permit
Denmark
Top-ranked universities, English-friendly
- ▸Job-Seeking Permit
- ▸3-yr post-study stay
- ▸Strong pharma
Poland
Affordable EU education, growing tech sector
- ▸Low tuition
- ▸EU access
- ▸Strong engineering
Austria
Low tuition, world-class music and engineering
- ▸Low tuition
- ▸EU Blue Card
- ▸Music and arts
Non-EU Europe
Geographically European, but outside the EU and Schengen visa system. Separate work permits, different post-study options. Switzerland is premium hospitality and finance with high living costs.
Baltic States
Cheapest EU passport route. Most are English-taught at low fees. Tradeoff: smaller alumni networks in Kerala compared to Western Europe.
Latvia
Cheapest English-taught Masters in EU
- ▸€3-5K tuition
- ▸EU passport access
- ▸IT and finance
Lithuania
Budget EU education with English-taught programs
- ▸€3-6K tuition
- ▸EU access
- ▸Fintech sector
North America
Premium destinations. Highest career upside, highest cost. Visa rules are tighter than they used to be but the salary outcomes still beat most other regions.
Canada
3-year PGWP, Express Entry PR pathway
- ▸IELTS 6.5
- ▸3-yr work visa
- ▸PR via Express Entry
United States
OPT + STEM extension, H1-B route to green card
- ▸STEM OPT 3 yrs
- ▸H1-B sponsorship
- ▸Highest salaries globally
Oceania
Long post-study work visas, family-friendly migration, strong demand for healthcare and trades. Hot weather and decent Kerala communities are bonuses.
Australia
18-month to 3-year Temporary Graduate Visa
- ▸IELTS 6.5
- ▸Up to 3-yr work (+2 regional)
- ▸Skilled migration PR
New Zealand
Post-study work visa for up to 3 years
- ▸IELTS 6.0+
- ▸Family-friendly
- ▸Skilled Migrant Category
Asia
Closer to home, often with Kerala diaspora support. Singapore is premium, Japan is for technical fields, others are emerging.
Singapore
Top Asian universities, strong corporate pipeline
- ▸Top global rankings
- ▸High salary entry
- ▸English-speaking
Japan
MEXT scholarships, engineering and tech focus
- ▸MEXT scholarships
- ▸Strong industry
- ▸Japanese N3+
Middle East
Tax-free salaries, branch campuses of Western universities, strong existing Kerala community. PR is harder, but earnings are immediate.
Compare side by side.
Scroll horizontally on mobile. Click any country name to go to its dedicated page.
| Destination | Total cost | Language | Post-study work | To PR | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany (Healthcare) | ₹6-10L | German B1-B2 | Job from Day 1 | 21 mo | Open |
| United Kingdom | ₹30-44L | English | 18 mo | 5-10 yrs* | Open |
| Ireland | ₹28-40L | English | 2 yrs | 5 yrs | Open |
| Malta | ₹18-25L | English | 1 yr | 5 yrs | Open |
| Germany | ₹22-30L | German B1-B2 | 18 mo | 21 mo | Open |
| France | ₹20-32L | French B1 | 2 yrs (APS) | 5 yrs | Open |
| Netherlands | ₹25-35L | English | 1 yr | 5 yrs | Quick view |
| Sweden | ₹26-38L | English | 1 yr | 4 yrs | Quick view |
| Finland | ₹18-28L | English | 2 yrs | 4 yrs | Quick view |
| Denmark | ₹30-42L | English | 3 yrs | 8 yrs | Quick view |
| Poland | ₹14-20L | English | 9 mo | 5 yrs | Quick view |
| Switzerland | ₹45-70L | English / German / French | 6 mo | 10 yrs | Quick view |
| Austria | ₹20-30L | German B1+ | 1 yr | 5 yrs | Quick view |
| Latvia | ₹12-18L | English | Up to 13 mo | 5 yrs | Quick view |
| Lithuania | ₹12-18L | English | 12 mo | 5 yrs | Quick view |
| Canada | ₹35-55L | English | 3 yrs | 4-5 yrs | Open |
| United States | ₹45-80L | English | 3 yrs | 5-10 yrs | Quick view |
| Australia | ₹40-60L | English | 18 mo to 3 yrs | 4-5 yrs | Open |
| New Zealand | ₹32-48L | English | 3 yrs | 5 yrs | Quick view |
| Singapore | ₹35-55L | English | 1 yr | 6-10 yrs | Quick view |
| Japan | ₹20-35L | Japanese / English | 1 yr | 10 yrs | Quick view |
| UAE | ₹20-35L | English | Job-tied | 10 yrs | Quick view |
Full deep-dive pages, plus country pages for the rest.
Every destination on this page has its own page with cost ranges, language requirements, work visa terms, and PR timelines. Eight destinations have full deep-dive pages with multi-step visa journeys, university partner lists, settlement timelines, and Kerala-specific guidance. The other seventeen have country pages with the essential facts, plus direct counsellor access for case-specific advice.
Full deep-dive pages: UK, Germany Masters, Germany Healthcare, Ireland, Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand. We are adding 2 to 3 new deep-dive pages each quarter, prioritising the destinations Kerala students are choosing most.
Talk to a senior counsellor →What else Cokonet Overseas does.
Picking a destination is one piece. The language certificate, the tech skill, the visa route, the eligibility check, each is its own thing, and each has its own page.
German, French, English
IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo, OET, TELC, Goethe, DELF. Cokonet Academy since 2010.
Visit us in Kerala
Trivandrum head office at Ulloor Junction. Kochi branch at Vennala. Walk in any weekday or book a free 30-minute counsellor call.
Book a call →6 Pathways for 2026
Malta fee-after-visa, France paid internships, Germany family visa, UK direct Masters, and more.
Nurses to Germany
Structured pathway: B1/B2 German, TELC, Anerkennung. Family-visa-eligible from Day 1.
Tools & calculators
Eligibility quiz, cost calculator, CEFR placement test, downloadable guides. No registration needed.
About Cokonet
16 years training Kerala for global opportunities. Trivandrum HQ + Kochi branch. Leadership, values, our story.
Not sure which destination fits you?
A senior counsellor will compare 3 to 4 destinations against your specific budget, target field, language tolerance, and family situation. Free, no obligation.