Author: Japa Nigeria

10 Strongest Passports in The World In 2024

10 Strongest Passports in The World In 2024

The Henley Passport Index, created by London-based Henley & Partners, has been tracking travel freedom in 227 countries and territories around the world for 19 years. The ranking is based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

The strongest passport, which opens doors to as many as 195 countries in the world, is the Singaporean one. Just behind Singapore, in second place are the passports of Japan, Germany, France, Italy and Spain. Citizens of these countries can travel visa-free to 192 destinations.

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Singapore Reclaims Title of World’s Most Powerful Passport

Singapore Reclaims Title of World’s Most Powerful Passport

Singapore can once again boast about having the most powerful passport in the world.
According to a recent ranking by London-based immigration consultancy firm, Henley & Partners, Singapore is now at the top, surpassing France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.

This shift means that Singapore passport holders can enter a record 195 global destinations without a visa.

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Thailand Goes Remote: New Digital Nomad Visa Unveiled

Thailand Goes Remote: New Digital Nomad Visa Unveiled

• The Thai government has introduced the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), a program that allows eligible foreign remote workers, digital nomads, freelancers and participants of cultural and other select activities to temporarily stay in Thailand for up to 180 days per visit.
• Once approved, a DTV holder can work for an overseas company, but a Work Permit is still required if the intention is to work in Thailand for a Thai employer or Thai clients.
• This new DTV category creates a more accessible immigration pathway for remote working in Thailand as compared to the separate remote work pathway provided for under the Long-Term Resident Visa – which has minimum income thresholds, may require high-level education qualifications (depending on the applicant), and otherwise imposes more stringent criteria regarding the stature of the foreign employer, among other requirements.

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190 Nigerians Repatriated from UAE

190 Nigerians Repatriated from UAE

The Federal Government has repatriated a total of 190 Nigerians from the United Arab Emirates.

According to a statement released by the National Emergency Management Agency signed by its Director General, Director, North Central Zone, Bashir Garga, on Tuesday, the returnees arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at 5:57 AM on Tuesday and were received by combined team of government officials led by NEMA.

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Nigerians Flock to Canada: Permanent Residency Approvals Hit 15-Month Peak

Nigerians Flock to Canada: Permanent Residency Approvals Hit 15-Month Peak

More Nigerians are paying millions of naira to be allowed to live and work in Canada for up to five years. The number of Nigerians with permanent residency (PR) status in Canada has surged to a new 15-month high.

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Immigration Receives 66 Trafficked Nigerians From Ghana

Immigration Receives 66 Trafficked Nigerians From Ghana

The Seme Area Command of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) on Saturday evening received 66 trafficked Nigerians from Ghana.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 66 trafficked Nigerians arrived Seme-Krake Joint Border Post office of immigration at about 4.00.p.m.

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France Makes It More Difficult for Undocumented Migrants to Work in the Country

France Makes It More Difficult for Undocumented Migrants to Work in the Country

Key Takeaways
• France has tightened the employment rules for undocumented migrants.
• French employers who hire undocumented migrants now face a fine.
• France’s left-wing parties and some organisations have condemned the tightening of the measure.

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20 Professions Which Can Easily Get You a Work Visa in Hungary

20 Professions Which Can Easily Get You a Work Visa in Hungary

The 2023 EURES report on shortages and surpluses reveals that Hungary is grappling with labor shortages in 36 occupations.

Hungary’s labor market faces significant shortages, particularly in the cleaning industry, construction, engineering, manufacturing, agriculture, and personal care services, according to Schengen.News.

Additionally, the number of job vacancies in Hungary has increased over the past few years, despite some fluctuations. In 2023, Hungary reported 79,000 job vacancies, as per Statista.

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Affordable Destinations for Nigerians To Study Abroad

Affordable Destinations for Nigerians To Study Abroad

The pursuit of foreign education among many Nigerians is surging daily despite the huge cost of financing such ventures.

This drive no doubt has caused many to seek alternative destinations in the face of restrictions from host countries and the prevailing economic crunch.

Here are possible destinations for Nigerians who desire to school abroad.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Visas for Students, Workers and Tourists Coming to Canada

Frequently Asked Questions About Visas for Students, Workers and Tourists Coming to Canada

Foreign workers, international students, and tourists in Canada on a work / study permit, or visitor visa may require a visa depending on what nationality they currently hold.

Work and study visas are an important part of the immigration journey for those that require them and are distinct from work and study permits. Here is a compilation of the most common questions that newcomers have, regarding visas for workers and students.

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