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South Africa to start charging Nigeria, others for deportation of their nationals
Immigration & Visas

South Africa to start charging Nigeria, others for deportation of their nationals

South Africa says it will begin billing foreign governments for the cost of deporting their citizens who violate immigration laws, as authorities intensify crackdowns on undocumented migrants amid rising anti-immigration tensions. The post South Africa to start charging Nigeria,

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"It is possible" UK university slashes school fees, lists courses - Legit.ng

"It is possible" UK university slashes school fees, lists courses Legit.ng

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U.S. Revokes Hundreds of Visas in Crackdown on Birth Tourism

The United States government has intensified its crackdown on birth tourism schemes, revoking more than 600 visas linked to foreign nationals who traveled to the country primarily to secure American citizenship for their children. The U.S. Department of State announced the move i

Why America turned back FIFA World Cup referee Omar Artan
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Why America turned back FIFA World Cup referee Omar Artan

Artan, one of 52 match officials chosen by FIFA for the tournament, had travelled to Miami for a pre-World Cup training camp when he was stopped by immigration authorities and ultimately deported The post Why America turned back FIFA World Cup referee Omar Artan appeared first on

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UK Considers Lower Salary Requirements for Skilled Worker Visas in Major Immigration Review - Arbiterz

UK Considers Lower Salary Requirements for Skilled Worker Visas in Major Immigration Review Arbiterz

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UK considers easing work visa rules for Nigerians, other skilled workers -

UK considers easing work visa rules for Nigerians, other skilled workers

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Nigerian UK Work Visa Applications Drop 68% in One Year as Policy Tightens - Opinion Nigeria

Nigerian UK Work Visa Applications Drop 68% in One Year as Policy Tightens Opinion Nigeria

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N50bn spent as Nigerian UK Work Visa applications crash by 68% in one year -

N50bn spent as Nigerian UK Work Visa applications crash by 68% in one year

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Nigerians Spend Over N50bn on US Visa Applications Amid Declining Approvals - Legit.ng

Nigerians Spend Over N50bn on US Visa Applications Amid Declining Approvals Legit.ng

Xenophobia: Nigeria may retaliate against South Africa — Foreign Minister
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Xenophobia: Nigeria may retaliate against South Africa — Foreign Minister

The Minister also referred to the claim by the South African government that the violence is only directed at illegal immigrants as false. The post Xenophobia: Nigeria may retaliate against South Africa — Foreign Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Nigerians exploiting student visas to land social care jobs - The Telegraph

Nigerians exploiting student visas to land social care jobs The Telegraph

Immigration & Visas

Iran Accuses U.S. of Discrimination After World Cup Visa Dispute

A diplomatic dispute has erupted between Iran and the United States after several members of Iran’s 2026 World Cup delegation were reportedly denied U.S. visas just days before the tournament begins. While visas were approved for Iran’s players and some team personnel on June 5,

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UK Tightens Student Visa Rules, Nigerian Students' Access at Stake - Gistmania

UK Tightens Student Visa Rules, Nigerian Students' Access at Stake Gistmania

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UK tightens immigration rules, may ban Nigerian students, others - BarristerNG.com

UK tightens immigration rules, may ban Nigerian students, others BarristerNG.com

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Nigerians Granted Visa-Free Entry to Grenada

Grenada has announced visa-free entry for Nigerian passport holders in a move aimed at strengthening trade, tourism, investment, and cultural ties between Africa and the Caribbean. The announcement was made by Grenada’s Consul to Nigeria, Ambassador Abidemi Sonoiki, during an int

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FG Plans Repatriation of Over 1,000 Nigerians from South Africa

The Federal Government has announced plans to repatriate more than 1,000 Nigerians from South Africa amid increasing anti-immigrant tensions and concerns over the safety of foreign nationals. Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed that screening for a voluntary repatriat

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UK tightens immigration rules, may ban Nigerian students, others -

UK tightens immigration rules, may ban Nigerian students, others

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"I can't bear it anymore": Nigerian woman in UK opens up about life struggles - Yen News

"I can't bear it anymore": Nigerian woman in UK opens up about life struggles Yen News

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UK universities face ban on recruiting Nigerian, other foreign students -

UK universities face ban on recruiting Nigerian, other foreign students

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Asylum: UK tightens student visa rules - The

Asylum: UK tightens student visa rules The

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UK to restrict universities’ sponsorship of international students over visa abuse -

UK to restrict universities’ sponsorship of international students over visa abuse

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PDP Faults Keyamo Over Advice to Jonathan on 2027 Presidency

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, over his remarks advising former President Goodluck Jonathan not to accept any presidential nomination ahead of the 2027 election. In a statement, the PDP accused

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YouSend is live in the UK and Canada, aiming to be the remittance app African immigrants trust. - Pulse Nigeria

YouSend is live in the UK and Canada, aiming to be the remittance app African immigrants trust. Pulse Nigeria

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Nigeria: Turning diplomatic goodwill into passport power -

Nigeria: Turning diplomatic goodwill into passport power

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Positioning Nigeria as next BPO powerhouse - The

Positioning Nigeria as next BPO powerhouse The

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Nigeria joins US, Canada, India in global T+1 settlement league - The Sun Nigeria

Nigeria joins US, Canada, India in global T+1 settlement league The Sun Nigeria

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Canada Pauses Visas From Three African Nations Over Ebola Outbreak -

Canada Pauses Visas From Three African Nations Over Ebola Outbreak

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US visa cuts: Abuja office closes as Africa hubs drop to 20 [full list] - Pulse Nigeria

US visa cuts: Abuja office closes as Africa hubs drop to 20 [full list] Pulse Nigeria

US to reduce embassies, consulates that process visas in Nigeria, other African countries
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US to reduce embassies, consulates that process visas in Nigeria, other African countries

Under this policy, the US would cease visa-processing operations in Abuja and restrict visa services to the Lagos consulate. The post US to reduce embassies, consulates that process visas in Nigeria, other African countries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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US Limits Africa Visa Processing to 20 Hubs

Thousands of Africans seeking visas to the United States may soon face increased travel costs and longer application processes following a decision by the U.S. government to significantly reduce the number of diplomatic missions handling visa applications across the continent. Un

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