…during protests demanding that undocumented foreign nationals leave the country. “The foreigners are the easier targets because they are scared, more scared than South Africans,” said Fransina Lukas, head of the community policing forum for the Western Cape province that includes Cape Town. Extortion gangs typically is…

…Legit.ng recently reported that the UAE government has stated the minimum monthly income foreigners must earn to qualify for a residency permit. The required income depends on whether the employer provides accommodation or the applicant arranges housing independently.

…move comes as anti-immigrant groups in South Africa have issued fresh threats against foreigners and set a deadline for them to leave the country by the end of September, according to Alexander. “We are not taking that threat lightly,” he said, adding that the mission’s priority was to prevent Nigerians from being expo…

…August 26 glacial and mountain collapse to 1,308 dead and 5,624 missing. More than 800 foreigners remain unaccounted for, including trekkers in the Himalaya mountains and pilgrims who had come to visit Mount Kailash in Tibet, sacred to Hindus and Buddhists. At least 17 bodies have also been pulled from rivers in India,…

…rules that apply to foreign nationals within its borders.Germany lists 5 reasons foreigners could be banned from entering the country. Images for illustration purposes only. Photo Images/TOBIAS SCHWARZ/INA FASSBENDERImagesActs that can trigger Germany's 20-year banAccording to the law, the five acts that can lead to th…

…were forced to leave South Africa following waves of attacks by locals who accused foreigners of taking jobs meant for South Africans. Efforts to speak with the state Commissioner for Information, Chief Declan Emelumba, for a reaction proved abortive, as he did not respond to calls as of the time of publishing this rep…

…found complicit in the Abuja/Kaduna Train attack and were planning more kidnappings of foreigners, students, women and their children on a large scale to demand state recognition and freedom to practice their religion somewhere, hence arrest of their leaders proving proactiveness. The kingpins are the ones now sentence…

…Legit.ng previously reported that UK government published the eligibility conditions foreigners must meet to qualify for a Health and Care Worker visa in 2026.Applicants must secure a confirmed job offer and obtain a certificate of sponsorship before submitting their visa application.

The Austrian government has published its official list of shortage occupations for 2026, covering roles across healthcare, engineering, and constructionNurses, physicians, train drivers, and electrical engineers are among the professions Austria says it cannot fill with local workers aloneForeign nationals who qualify…

…August, including cases intercepted at airports and land-border locations. He said 99 foreigners were repatriated during the period, while the Service also apprehended a stowaway and identified four persons of interest during its border and migration-control operations. Akinlabi said the NIS had commenced the second ph…

…missing, taking the overall number of missing to 4,462. The missing in Nepal include 583 foreigners from over 30 nationalities. The missing in China includes 261 foreigners from 23 countries. Among the missing foreigners, Indians make up one of largest proportions, with 275 citizens and another 128 people of Indian ori…

The US government has mentioned what happens to immigrants who enter the country through marriage fraud, naming two specific consequences they faceOne of the penalties the US government listed involves a lengthy prison sentence that could significantly alter the life of any immigrant found guiltyBeyond imprisonment, th…

…Legit.ng reported that the UAE government published the minimum age requirement for foreigners seeking a residence visa on its official website.The age threshold applies to all foreigners who wish to obtain a residence visa in the country.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement condemning a terrorist attack in Niger State, Nigeria, that caused deaths and kidnappingsThe UAE expressed condolences to Nigeria and called for the safe return of all those taken during the attackThe ministry said the UAE firmly rejects all forms of violence, extr…

…guidance on what visa holders must do if they want to extend their stay in the countryForeigners whose visas carry a condition that prevents further stay face stricter rules about when they must leave AustraliaAustralia offers a tool called VEVO that allows visa holders to check their expiry dates and conditions before…

…because of how welcoming Nigerians can be. According to him, speaking Pidgin helps foreigners connect with Nigerians and makes interactions feel more natural. He said people often become even friendlier when they realise that a foreigner can speak Pidgin and relate with them in the same way they would with other Nigeri…

…States for at least 15 years, known as the 55/15 exception.The US gives conditions for foreigners to write the civic test in their native language. Photo Images>PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!US citizenship: Civics test still requiredBeing exempt from the English langua…

…have been in South Africa for many years, but you also have South Africans who are foreigners in other countries, including myself. What most South Africans are complaining about is that some, not all, foreign nationals, including Nigerians, Ghanaians and others, do not respect the laws of the country. They stay in Sou…

…into another expensive and wasteful talk-shop organised by governments. Eminent foreigners and Nigerians are dragged in; powerful presentations are made; occasionally, a post-Summit Committee is established to drive the development programme. There the matter ends – until another governor realizes that money can be mad…

Denmark's government published a list of public debts that automatically disqualify foreigners from obtaining a permanent residence permitThe Danish authorities confirmed that any overdue public payment, no matter the amount, is enough to block a permanent residence applicationSix specific categories of debt appear on…

…available through the official Jobs and Skills Australia occupations portal, where both foreigners and citizens can search and filter by occupation title.Australia explains minimum wage exemptionEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the Australian Workers' Union has published the national minimum wage rate effective 1 July 2…

…and offered to employ any of them who wished to return and work for the state. “We need foreigners to develop our state. Once you live in our state, you are an indigene. We and you are brothers. We will accommodate you if you wish to come back,” he said. Earlier, the Secretary to the State Government, Emmanuel Meribole…

France's official visa portal has highlighted the minimum timeframe applicants must observe before submitting a short-stay visa applicationThe French government stipulates that applications cannot be lodged more than six months ahead of a planned visit, setting a clear window for travellersCertain visa categories may t…

…before they can lodge a visa application. Australia launches a new ballot system for foreigners applying for a work and holiday visa. Photo MediaImagesThe process is designed to select participants randomly and is meant to ensure a fair distribution of the limited spots available in each programme year.Australia: How t…

Spain's government confirmed how long the CCSE certificate remains valid for foreigners applying for Spanish nationalityThe certification covers two groups of applicants, including Sephardic Jews and foreign residents living in SpainMany applicants pursuing Spanish citizenship may be unaware of the time limit attached…