Australia published a list of 100 Indian universities whose graduates may qualify for the MATES visa schemeThe MATES visa allows eligible Indian graduates and early-career professionals to live and work in Australia for up to two yearsGraduates must also hold qualifications in specific industries such as renewable ener…
Japan's parliament passed a new immigration law, introducing a key entry requirement for foreigners who currently visit without a visaThe legislation establishes JESTA, an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation similar to systems used by other countriesThe JESTA provisions are set to take effect on a date determine…
France updated its national minimum wage rules, setting a gross monthly floor that all employers must meet as of November 2025The SMIC applies to a standard 35-hour working week, with the figure set at €1,801.80 gross per monthCollective bargaining agreements can set higher wage floors depending on an employee's catego…
…were projected to exceed the acceptance quota as early as MayThe decision affects foreigners seeking to work in restaurants and similar food service businesses across JapanPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Japan has suspended the processing of new foreign worker applications in the fo…
Australia's Department of Home Affairs outlined 10 specific reasons a visa applicant may fail the country's character test The character test covers a wide range of conduct, from having a substantial criminal record to suspected links with terrorist organisations or prohibited hate groupsApplicants who fail the charact…
People US Announces Changes to Selection Process of Foreigners Seeking to Win H-1B Visa Lottery Published 28 Oct 2026 at 11:52 PM by Ankrah Shalom 1 min read Details below...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of experi…
…with the Authority.Legit.ng reported that the UAE had released the daily fines for foreigners who overstay their visas.In a related story, Legit.ng reported that the UAE had announced the fines for people caught begging in the country.UAE's penalty for hiring workers without work permitsMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously r…
…private businesses.Legit.ng reported that Saudi Arabia had set one key requirement for foreigners seeking permanent residency.In a related story, Legit.ng reported that Saudi Arabia had published the one-time fee that foreigners must pay to get its special residence permit.Fee for securing Saudi's renewable, permanent…
People Malta Announces Deadline for Foreigners to Apply for Residence Permits Before Tax Increase Published 22 Oct 2026 at 11:56 PM by Ankrah Shalom 1 min read Details soon...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of exper…
…for permanent residency. Photo HamsImagesThe guidance applies in 2026 and is directed at foreigners seeking to settle in Qatar on a long-term basis.3 special competency categories Qatar recognisesThe Qatari government defined special competencies as professions falling within the following three categories:PAY ATTENTIO…
Australia's Department of Home Affairs lists a cost concession on the Student visa (subclass 500) for citizens of 23 Pacific Island, Timor-Leste, and ASEAN countriesThe single condition applicants from the 23 eligible countries must satisfy to access the lower visa cost involves their travel documentFamily members of a…
Portugal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs published the income threshold foreigners must meet to qualify for the country's long-term digital nomad visaApplicants working remotely must prove average monthly earnings equivalent to at least four times Portugal's monthly minimum wage over the last three monthsBoth employed an…
The British Army's Royal Logistic Corps is currently offering a £10,000 Golden Hello bonus to new full-time recruits in two specific rolesThe bonus is available to people joining as a Driver Comms Specialist or a Supply Chain Operator in the Royal Logistic CorpsProspective recruits are advised to speak with a recruiter…
…story, Legit.ng reported that Germany had published its minimum salary requirement for foreigners to be eligible for the EU Blue Card.31 in-demand German jobs available to foreignersMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Germany had listed 31 in-demand jobs open to foreigners.The list, featured on Make it in Germ…
The UK Home Office published a Temporary Shortage List covering around 70 job types that foreigners can apply for under the Skilled Worker routeApplicants must meet one of five salary thresholds ranging from £28,200 to £41,700 and secure a Certificate of Sponsorship before 31 December 2026Care workers face additional c…
People UK Publishes Salaries for 70 Jobs Foreigners Can Apply For Amid Shortage of Workers Published 18 Oct 2026 at 11:57 PM by Ankrah Shalom 1 min read Details below...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of experience.…
The UK government published its Skilled Worker visa temporary shortage list, naming 70 roles where foreign workers can applyThe list covers a wide range of sectors, from construction trades and engineering to IT, finance, creative arts, and logistics managementEligible applicants working in medium-skilled roles on the …
…the process.In a related story, Legit.ng reported that Canada had named the category of foreigners who can join its military without Canadian citizenship.Age requirements to join Canadian militaryMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Canada had stated the age requirements for foreigners and citizens to join its…
…foreign nationals were killing Muslims abroad and consequently targeted and kidnapped foreigners. The witness recalled that the killing of seven foreign nationals by Ansaru members in 2014 led the United States to designate the group as a terrorist organisation and declare Muhammad a globally wanted terrorist. BBB furt…
…were killing their Muslim brothers abroad, hence their decision to kidnap and kill foreigners in Nigeria. He recalled that the group’s killing of seven foreigners in 2014 made the United States to designate Ansaru as a proscribed terrorist group and declare Muhammad a globally-wanted terrorist. BBB said Muhammad led a…
…a related story, Legit.ng reported that France had published the conditions that foreigners in the Army must meet to apply for citizenship.People eligible for French citizenship without paying feeMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that France had listed the categories of people who can seek citizenship without pay…
Foreign-owned businesses have been looted and cars burnt as Soweto residents insist foreigners must leave their country and citizens must be propritised. Residents, led by a group called Soweto Uprising 2026, stormed a foreign-owned spaza shop in Soweto during protests against illegal foreign nationals on Thursday nigh…
People US Lists 1 Country Whose Citizens are Not Eligible for American Visa Published 8 Oct 2026 at 11:24 PM by Ankrah Shalom 1 min read Details soon...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of experience. She has a degree…
Germany has published its EU Blue Card requirements in 2026, setting a reduced minimum salary threshold for professionals in certain shortage fieldsThe list of qualifying shortage occupations spans 11 categories, ranging from medical doctors and nurses to STEM experts and school teachersApplicants in shortage occupatio…
…for their specific occupation, whichever figure is higher. UK names the minimum salary foreigners need to qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa. Stock image of a healthcare worker for illustration purposes only. Photo Image, WPA PoolImagesEach occupation code carries its own going rate, and workers can check wher…