Getting a job abroad (from the UK)
Hi,
I'm currently studying a degree in Aviation Technology with Pilot Studies in the UK (I'd like to withhold the University name for privacy if that's okay). By the end of my degree I should have all the qualifications for a frozen-ATPL (all going well) from EASA/CAA.
I'm not particularly fussed about where I fly, particularly given that I love travelling and love going to new places, but have a penchant for Asia! Lots of my coursemates are fixed on flying in the UK, for airlines like EasyJet, Ryanair. Or trying to get on sponsorship schemes like the BA and Virgin ones. I wouldn't mind those, but I'd also like to broaden my horizon.
I am aware that the licences gained in the UK are well-renowned and are well respected (so therefore easy to transfer), first of all, I'd like to check if that is actually correct...?
I'd consider getting a job as a pilot in places like Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Hong Kong, those kinds of places. But what are the restrictions like in terms of visas and being able to actually get a job there as a UK citizen? I'm worried that I won't be able to get a job simply because I'm not a citizen of that country!
And what are the prospects for someone who has a frozen-ATPL, but no type rating? If you're good enough, will airlines take you in still? I've been told different things, and some vague things by my lecturers so I'm not entirely sure!
Does anybody have any experience of this? Or could offer any advice? It would be much appreciated!
Thank you in advance.