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[Father.abraham86]

Hey everyone! I am interested in teaching abroad. Is there anywhere in Europe that a university degree is not a required qualification to teach english? I would appreciate any information on this subject.
Thanks!

[spiral78]

European countries do not generally require university degrees for teachers, though most newbies do have one and not having a degree doesn't enhance your resume (CV) in the eyes of European employers.

However, the more important news for you (you say on the Germany forum that you are from the US) is that most countries in Western Europe do not hire teachers who are from outside the European Union. Unless you have a second citizenship from some European country in addition to your US citizenship, your opportunities are significantly limited in Europe. (If you haven't got such a citizenship, it's not an easy process - the criteria are extremely limited and 99% of non-Europeans are simply not eligible).

Germany may still hire non-EU member citizens in some cases, though they are not preferred. Central/Eastern European countries are still an option for North Americans, but expect significant hassles to get legal work permits.

You might want to read through earlier posts in the European forums for more info on this.