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Top Work Visas Expected to Remain Accessible In 2025
Top Work Visas Expected to Remain Accessible In 2025 As global labour markets continue to evolve, certain work visa programs have become notably more accessible. These visas are designed to attract skilled workers, with some countries simplifying the application process to address labour shortages and skill gaps. In 2024, five work visa programs stood out as the easiest to obtain, with projections that they will remain popular in 2025. These are:
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7 Countries Offering Work Visas Leading To Permanent Residency In 2025
7 Countries Offering Work Visas Leading To Permanent Residency In 2025 The world is more connected than ever, and the opportunities to work, live, and thrive in a new country have never been so exciting. For skilled professionals, this is more than just a chance to find a job, it’s an open door to a fresh start, blending career growth with the thrill of experiencing new cultures and breathtaking landscapes. Countries across the globe are rolling out work visa programs designed to attract talented individuals like you, offering pathways to permanent residency and the promise of a brighter future. Whether you’re a tech innovator, healthcare expert, or engineer, your skills could unlock life-changing opportunities in some of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
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UK Raises Proof-of-Funds for Student Visas to £1,483 Monthly
UK Raises Proof-of-Funds for Student Visas to £1,483 Monthly The home office of the United Kingdom (UK) has increased the monthly proof-of-funds requirements for student visa applicants to £1483 which is approximately N3 million. This was announced via a statement in the early hours of Friday, November 15. The home office noted that the maintenance requirement for students in London, UK, will rise from the current £1,334 per month to £1,483 and this move will take effect from Thursday, January 2, 2025.
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Canada To Cut Down on Immigration Amid Housing Shortages and System Challenge
Canada To Cut Down on Immigration Amid Housing Shortages and System Challenge Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, has stated plans to reduce the number of both temporary and permanent immigrants over the next three years so as to address house shortages and other systemic challenges in the country such as abuse within the immigration system. He made this announcement in the early hours of Monday, November 18 via a report by Canada’s immigration agency.
New Zealand Eases Post-Study Work Visa Rules for International Students
New Zealand Eases Post-Study Work Visa Rules for International Students The move will increase opportunity for foreign students in New Zealand at a time when other countries are introducing tight immigration policies. With an aim to benefit international students, New Zealand has recently made a new announcement offering easy application for Post Study Work (PSW) visa. Foreign students who study for a postgraduate diploma for 30 weeks and transfer to a Master's degree immediately are now eligible to apply for a Post Study Work (PSW) visa.
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Canada, Germany, And New Zealand Stand as Key Destinations for Skilled Workers In 2025
Canada, Germany, And New Zealand Stand as Key Destinations for Skilled Workers In 2025 Canada, Germany, and New Zealand are becoming prime destinations for skilled workers seeking new opportunities in 2025. These countries offer strong economic prospects, competitive salaries, and efficient immigration pathways, making them attractive options for professionals looking to relocate. According to the DAAD Scholarship, these nations also provide clear routes to citizenship, ensuring long-term success for workers.
Top 8 Scholarships Without IELTS Requirements for International Students
Top 8 Scholarships Without IELTS Requirements for International Students International students find scholarships, without the need for an IELTS score, to be a priceless opportunity. With this chance, you may strengthen your application and raise your chances of being awarded a scholarship because many universities normally demand the IELTS as a prerequisite for admission. The purpose of the IELTS standards for overseas students is to confirm your ability to read, write, and comprehend English. This guarantees that, if you are accepted, you will be able to swiftly understand English accents in lectures.
Germany Launches Opportunity Card to Attract Skilled Nigerians and Others
Germany Launches Opportunity Card to Attract Skilled Nigerians and Others The Government of Germany has introduced the ‘Opportunity Card,’ a new initiative aimed at attracting skilled workers from non-European Union (EU) countries, including Nigeria. This portal where applicants were asked to apply showed Nigeria as one of the countries of residence of intending applicants. The Opportunity Card, a type of residence permit, allows individuals from third countries—nations outside the EU—to enter Germany to seek employment.
UK Varsity Offers Expelled Nigerian Students Flight Assistance
UK Varsity Offers Expelled Nigerian Students Flight Assistance Teesside University in the United Kingdom has announced a new initiative to support Nigerian students facing severe financial difficulties by funding their flights home, as reported by BBC on Tuesday. This move came after several students were removed from their courses and ordered to leave the UK due to their inability to pay tuition fees.
Czech Republic Opens New Portal to Attract 1 Million Nigerians, Other Tech Talents
Czech Republic Opens New Portal to Attract 1 Million Nigerians, Other Tech Talents • The Czech Republic has opened a portal to recruit one million foreign tech talents into the country • The country said it aims to upskill about one million individuals in deep-tech in the next 12 months • The recruitment portal provides a thorough guide for foreign professionals and covers a broad range of jobs and life in the country Authorities in the Czech Republic have launched a new portal, Work in Czechia, to attract foreign talents and boost the country’s skilled labour force.
5 Pathways for International Students to Stay After Graduation in Canada
5 Pathways for International Students to Stay After Graduation in Canada Canada provides comprehensive options for international graduates to work, stay, and potentially transition to permanent residency. As graduating from a university in Canada is a significant milestone for international students, exploring the options to remain in the country post-graduation can seem daunting, yet it presents an exciting opportunity.
6 Countries Offering Care Worker Visas to Nigerian Professionals
6 Countries Offering Care Worker Visas to Nigerian Professionals Story highlights • Countries like the UK, Germany, Canada, Australia, Ireland, and the USA offer various care worker visa programs to Nigerians, providing opportunities to work abroad in the healthcare sector. • These programs typically require job offers, relevant qualifications, and language proficiency, with pathways to permanent residency in many cases. • Salaries for care workers in these countries range from £14,000 to €64,000 annually, depending on the country and level of experience.
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Canada Introduces Direct PR Pathway for French-Speaking Students from Africa
Canada Introduces Direct PR Pathway for French-Speaking Students from Africa Ottawa, Canada’s capital city is set to introduce a new pilot program aimed at attracting and retaining Francophone international students by offering them a direct pathway to permanent residency upon graduation. In a press release made via its official immigration site, it states that the initiative called the ‘Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot’ (FMCSP), will officially launch on August 26 and is in partnership with designated French-language and bilingual post-secondary institutions.
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U.S. Embassy in Nigeria Moves to New Visa Services Provider
U.S. Embassy in Nigeria Moves to New Visa Services Provider The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos have announced a transition to a new visa services provider. A post was made about this new development via the US Mission in Nigeria X account last week Monday, with the headline caption; “Important Visa Services Update!” This update was further confirmed via the Embassy’s official website.
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Canada Moves to Reduce Dependency on Foreign Workers, To Prioritize Local Talent
Canada Moves to Reduce Dependency on Foreign Workers, To Prioritize Local Talent Canada plans to freeze processing of Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) for low-wage jobs in cities with an unemployment rate of 6% or higher; effective September 26, 2024. An LMIA is a document that an employer in Canada may need before hiring a foreign worker. This recent decision, as reported by Immigration News Canada, is part of broader changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program aimed at reducing dependency on foreign workers and focusing on Canadian talent.
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Canada Grants 1,467 Nigerians Seeking Asylum In 15 Months – Report
Canada Grants 1,467 Nigerians Seeking Asylum In 15 Months – Report Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Board granted asylum to at least 1,467 Nigerians, who applied for refugee protection from January 2023 to March 2024. This brings the total number of accepted asylum claims filed by Nigerians to 11,370 from 2012 to Q1 2024, as shown by data from the Refugee Protection Division of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada.
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IRCC Invites 3,300 Candidates for Permanent Residency in Latest Express Entry Draw
IRCC Invites 3,300 Candidates for Permanent Residency in Latest Express Entry Draw The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 3,300 invitations to candidates for permanent residency in the latest Express Entry draw. Express Entry is an online system used by the Canadian government to manage applications from skilled workers who want to immigrate to Canada and obtain permanent residence. It selects the top-ranking candidates based on points from the applications received.
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Top 10 Work Visa Pathways for Skilled Professionals In 2024
Top 10 Work Visa Pathways for Skilled Professionals In 2024 Skilled professionals looking to advance their careers globally in 2024 have access to various work visas that offer pathways to employment and residency in more economically stable and technologically advanced countries. These visas provide opportunities to work across diverse industries, gain valuable international experience, and establish a foundation for long-term residency or citizenship.
