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Studying in France: 3 Visa Categories Students from Nigeria Need to Know

France has three visa categories for students who wish to study in the country.

Potential students from Nigeria who wish to study in France need to determine if their study program is a short course, three to six months or for up to two years.

The long-stay visa for France is valid for more than six months, allowing one to stay throughout your entire degree program. However, applicants may need to renew their visa annually.

20 Most In-Demand Jobs in Ireland for Foreigners Seeking Work Visas

Key Takeaways
• Ireland reported shortages in 20 occupations, with some of them related to healthcare, IT, engineering, manufacturing, and construction.
• Ireland emerged as one of the EU countries with the highest dependency on foreign-trained doctors and nurses.
• Authorities issued 19,303 work permits during the first half of 2024, which is 20.5 percent more than in the same period in 2023.

Germany Announces 6% Increase in Proof-Of-Funds Requirement For 2024/25 Session for International Students

The German government has announced a slight increase of 6% in the proof-of-funds requirement for the 2024/25 academic year for prospective international students.

These prospective international students to Germany will need to demonstrate financial resources of €11,904 (approximately US$12,875) to secure a study permit.

This forms part of its ongoing commitment to maintaining  robust financial safeguards for international students.

As of January 1, 2023, the proof-of-funds requirement for student visa applicants was set at €11,208 (US$12,135).

Germany Issues 80,000 Worker Visas

In the first half of this year, the German Federal Foreign Office issued over 80,000 visas to individuals seeking employment in Germany. More than half of the visas — about 40,000 — were issued to skilled workers, German public broadcaster ARD reported in its news program Tagesschau on Sunday (July 28).

Malta is Looking to Attract Skilled Foreign Workers

Key Takeaways
• Some sectors facing shortages include manufacturing, construction, healthcare, food service and hospitality, business and administration.
• Recently, Malta decided to launch an initiative in an effort to attract highly skilled workers from other countries.
• Foreign workers are considered to be important in supporting and boosting Malta’s economic growth.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Studying in France: 3 Visa Categories Students from Nigeria Need to Know

20 Most In-Demand Jobs in Ireland for Foreigners Seeking Work Visas