…either standard risk legal liability under French labour law.France opens pathway for foreign workersLegit.ng earlier reported that France has introduced a dedicated multi-year residence permit to attract skilled foreign workers and self-employed individuals as part of a broader effort to boost its economic appeal.

…demand.In a similar report, Legit.ng published that Japan opened 18 industries to foreign workers under specified skilled worker programme.Hungary suspends guest worker residence permit applicationMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Hungary announced it would suspend new guest worker residence permit applicati…

Countries around the world are seeking foreign workers in 2026 as labour shortages continue to affect key industries, including healthcare, technology, construction, manufacturing and hospitality.PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!According to Trav…

…filing deadlines, with the new rules affecting thousands of green card applicants and foreign workers.USCIS issued Policy Alert PA-2026-15 on September 23, 2026, clarifying that the regulatory definition of "day" will once again apply only when deadlines are explicitly defined in terms of days by statute, regulation, o…

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…

The EU plans to help employers recruit foreign workers by simplifying qualification recognition and reducing administrative delaysThe proposals also include digital social security documents and stronger enforcement of labour laws to protect workersThe measures still require approval before implementation and will not…

…about Nigeria's stability across multiple geopolitical zones.UK sends directive to foreign workers Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that UK Home Office announced that recognised modern slavery victims on Skilled Worker visas can leave abusive employers without losing their immigration status.Previously, workers…

…confirmed the minimum wage covers all employees regardless of nationality, including foreign workers and mini-jobbersIt is noteworthy that five categories of workers are excluded from the minimum wage entitlement under German labour lawPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear high…

…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 list can apply for…

…they represented a significant formal route to permanent residence for a category of foreign workers who fill a critical but often undervalued role in Canadian households.Why Canada Shut the PilotsThe government stated that the closure was not permanent in nature but was necessary to allow IRCC to work through the volu…

…significant denials during the period.Form I-129, which covers petitions for temporary foreign workers, including H-1B visa applicants, recorded 39,560 denials against 143,748 approvals, representing a denial rate of approximately 22%.Family-based immigration petitions filed through Form I-130 recorded 16,661 denials,…

People US Approves Green Cards for 2 Categories of Foreign Workers Under EB-2 Route Published 9 Oct 2026 at 11:42 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…

…higher in your Google feed!The UK government has set out the salary thresholds that foreign nationals must meet to qualify for a Health and Care Worker visa in 2026, with the standard minimum standing at £31,300 (about ₦65.3 million) per year.According to official guidance published by the UK government, applicants mus…

…of Labour released a proposed rule on March 26, 2026, targeting wage standards for foreign workers in H-1B and PERM visa programmesThe proposed rule would revise how prevailing wage levels are calculated, using updated Bureau of Labour Statistics data as its benchmarkSecretary of Labour Lori Chavez-DeRemer said the cha…

…and temporary resident arrivals, including international students and temporary foreign workers. In a post on Immigration news Canada on X Thursday, said the plan will establish Canada’s first official target for permanent resident admissions in 2029 and will also confirm or revise the indicative targets for 2027 and 2…

…train drivers, roofers, and restaurant chefs. Austria lists 64 jobs in high demand for foreign workers in 2026. Photo AllianceImagesWorkers in these occupations may qualify for permanent immigration to Austria, making the announcement particularly relevant for skilled professionals abroad looking to relocate.Healthcare…

…participants in International Experience Canada programmes and some family members of foreign workers.Some foreign nationals may also be allowed to work without a permit under specific exemptions. However, applicants should confirm that an exemption applies to them before accepting employment.What happens after approva…

The UK government has published the residency and eligibility requirements foreign workers must meet before applying for British citizenshipMost foreign workers face a minimum of 6 years in the UK before they can qualify, while spouses of British citizens follow a shorter pathApplicants must also pass a life in the UK…

…at Legit.ng! Denmark has launched an official government website designed to connect foreign workers with job opportunities in the country, giving skilled individuals outside Denmark a direct route to explore employment and potential relocation.The platform, workindenmark.dk, allows users to search for vacancies based…

Japa: Canada's Ontario opens new permanent residence programme for foreign workers Ontario has officially opened applications for its new Workforce Priority Stream, creating a fresh pathway to permanent residence for eligible foreign workers through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP).Starting August 4, 2026,…

…INEC’s listing of its presidential candidate, Canada tightened work permit rules for foreign workers and a PUNCH investigation revealed that over 6,500 Primary Healthcare Centres across Nigeria remain non-functional despite years of funding. See the top stories here: Fake agency scandal: Controversial DG fights back, f…

…outlines a pathway to permanent residency and shares the timeline for foreign workers. Photo McBurney, FhmImagesEU long-term residence permitThe EU long-term residence permit is the more flexible of the two options, as it allows holders to eventually settle in another European Union member state. PAY ATTENTION: From br…

…in recent weeks. The report said those targeted include spouses of US citizens, skilled foreign workers awaiting visa extensions, former exchange visitors and other migrants with pending immigration applications. The arrests reportedly represent a significant expansion of an existing collaboration between the Transport…

…in recent weeks. The report said those targeted include spouses of US citizens, skilled foreign workers awaiting visa extensions, former exchange visitors and other migrants with pending immigration applications. The arrests reportedly represent a significant expansion of an existing collaboration between the Transport…

…as priority sectors for international recruitmentCanadian authorities encouraged foreign workers to determine their eligibility, have their qualifications recognised and apply only for jobs open to international candidates through the official Job BankFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Canada has cal…