Photo credit: Kailey, Working Holiday in Australia Alum Living and working in a foreign country is an amazing way to learn about the world, yourself, and what it means to be a global citizen. As the world becomes more and more interconnected people are seeking work -- -- may be a bit biased myself as I am currently living in South Korea, but this is easily one of the best countries to work overseas. There are all types of jobs available to foreign workers, especially those that are fluent in English. -- -- The government invests a lot in English education so, if you are interested in working as a teacher, Korea is definitely a good option for you! Foreigners working as English teachers have the potential to save a decent amount of money due to the work benefits and low cost of living in Korea (upwards of $13,000!). -- -- cultural adjustments especially when it comes to working culture. Rank and hierarchy mean everything, but most companies tend to treat foreigners a bit more favorably because they understand the cultural differences. However, be prepared to work longer hours than you are used to – Korea has the longest working hours of any developed nation! -- -- sizable expat communities, rich night-lives, and most importantly – delicious food. Living and working in Korea is sure to be an experience of a lifetime for any international worker. South Korea Work Visa Process -- -- If teaching is not your cup of tea, South Korea has agreements with some Western countries that allow workers to enter on a "working holiday" visa for up to a year. There is also a "looking for work" visa -- holiday" visa for up to a year. There is also a "looking for work" visa that allows foreigners to live in Korea for up to six months while seeking a job. -- -- and out-of-this-world cuisine. International workers can expect to find jobs with NGOs, international companies, or as English teachers. Cambodia is also a popular -- companies, or as English teachers. Cambodia is also a popular destination for freelance workers who seek to work overseas. Cambodia Work Visa Process -- -- fairly lax in regards to these permits in the past. Most foreigners obtain a residency visa by applying for a long-term "business" visa which, at the moment, can be renewed indefinitely. -- -- Constantly ranked highly among expats for its working conditions and work-life balance, the Netherlands is another great option for working abroad. The Netherlands actively seeks out foreign entrepreneurs and has many great programs to help them invest in local companies or start their own businesses, big and small. -- -- It can be a challenge to obtain a working visa in the Netherlands, but if you're up for it the rewards outweigh the effort. The Netherlands has many programs to help foreigners enter the country and work. The "start-up" visa allows foreign investors to reside in the Netherlands for one year to develop a new innovative business idea. The government also provides you with the assistance of a local mentor to help your -- -- its "self-employment" visa. There are many jobs available for international workers in the fields of IT, finance, and engineering. It’s important to note that the majority of expats in the Netherlands hold at least a Master’s degree – -- -- Photo credit: Kayla J., CIS Czech Republic Alum As home to over 500,000 foreigners, the Czech Republic (Czechia) is another strong contender from Europe. Located in the heart of central Europe, it is a hub for many international businesses in the region, -- -- another strong contender from Europe. Located in the heart of central Europe, it is a hub for many international businesses in the region, creating many opportunities for foreign workers. It also makes it incredibly easy to travel throughout Europe. Though, if you choose to go overseas to the Czech Republic you won’t want to spend much time -- -- Most expats live in either Prague, the capital, or Brno. However, more jobs are available for foreigners in and around Prague. The city itself has something for every type of expat, it's home to weird, yet undeniably cool bars and music venues, rich food, and stunning -- -- Czech Republic Work Visa Process There are plenty of jobs available for foreign workers, especially for those that can speak English. Many younger people in the Czech Republic can speak English, but there is always a need for native speakers in -- -- As the strongest and most powerful economy in Asia, China is a unique place to work overseas. China’s position in international markets makes it a great place to work as a foreigner. Multinational companies based in China are always in need of individuals who understand Western business and can speak English. Though jobs are not as easy to come by -- -- in China are always in need of individuals who understand Western business and can speak English. Though jobs are not as easy to come by as they used to be, there are still many jobs open to foreigners. One surefire way to make a good wage in China is to work as an English -- -- Vietnam Work Visa Process Since Vietnam is still developing it can be easy for foreigners to find work with NGOs and in fields related to international development. Freelancers also tend to flock to Vietnam, at least temporarily as the -- -- easiest way to work in Vietnam is as an English teacher. Visas should be arranged before arrival in Vietnam, even if some companies claim to offer visa on arrival. Once in Vietnam, all foreign workers must apply for a work permit to begin legally working in the country. -- -- culture of Kiwis and their work-life balance create an atmosphere that can't be found anywhere else. It can be difficult to find full-time work in New Zealand, but that doesn't deter most foreigners. -- Kiwis are extremely friendly and most foreigners find it quite easy to adapt to life in New Zealand as a result. The country is also well known for its natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle, and it's the -- -- New Zealand has several agreements with countries all over the world that allow foreigners to enter on a “working holiday” visa for up to 12 months, and 23 months if you are a citizen of the UK or Canada. This is the easiest way to initially obtain a working visa in New Zealand. -- -- reason. People enjoy a great work-life balance – and it is not hard to enjoy your time outside the office in such a beautiful country. Even though the cost of living is quite high in Australia, foreigners can still live comfortably thanks to the relatively high minimum wage (about $14). -- -- From its wide-open outback, pristine beaches, and cosmopolitan cities Australia has it all. Sydney and Melbourne are known for their multicultural population and are home to a multitude of foreigners making it extremely easy for an expat to adjust to life in Australia. -- -- The process for obtaining a visa to work in Australia is roughly identical to that of New Zealand. Australia also has a "working holiday" visa that allows foreigners of certain nationalities to enter the country for up to 12 months. Likewise, there are working visas -- the country for up to 12 months. Likewise, there are working visas available for international workers that pass a skills assessment similar to that of New Zealand. -- -- Jobs can be more difficult to come by if you do not have any Spanish language experience, but there is work available for foreigners in international businesses, NGOs, and tourism. Some work is available for English teachers as well. If you have a job lined up the working visa -- -- No matter where you would like to work abroad it will always be easiest for those with special skills or higher education to obtain permission to live and work in a foreign country, but don’t let that deter you. It is such an eye-opening experience to live and work outside of your