Several countries permit international students to start businesses while studying, offering visas or policies that support entrepreneurial activities. Canada allows students to launch businesses under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program or via the Start-Up Visa. The U.S. permits limited business activities on an F-1 visa, provided they align with Optional Practical Training (OPT) rules.
Australia grants student visa holders the right to operate businesses as long as studies remain the primary focus. The UK permits entrepreneurship under the Graduate Entrepreneur Visa or Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) route. Germany also allows it, provided the business doesn’t interfere with academic progress.
