(For non-US/European pilots) How do you go from piston/turboprops to jet?
So I've been browsing the web on career progression for the past two weeks and it seems I've ran into a wall. Aside from the airline cadet programs (which are usually restricted to local residents/citizens), I can't find any routes where one go from 1500 hrs+ on piston/turboprop to A320/B737s?
This is because almost all airline entries for FOs require at least 500 hours on type but as you all know 500 hours are extremely difficult to obtain unless you pay 150k to pay to fly programs.
I've read enough posts to know US pilots have access to regional jets and European pilots can join the airlines straight out of flight school with 300 ish hours but unfortunately I'm neither of the two meaning my options are greatly limited.
Is my national carrier the only option?
Fyi, I'm willing to locate to almost anywhere in the world to obtain Jet hours regardless of living conditions (unless it's super dangerous).
Anyone in a similar boat?
Thanks.