…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 residencyMeanwhile, Legit.ng…

…Ministry of Interior published the categories of foreign professionals who can apply for permanent residency under the special competencies pathwayThe Qatari government identified three broad professional categories as the special competencies the state requires from foreign nationalsApplicants must fall within technic…

…valid tourist or business visas from the US, UK, or Schengen zone, and do not possess permanent residency in those regions or the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) bloc, cannot access the Visa on Arrival or eVisa platforms.

…Services (USCIS) denied 35,767 work permit applications from foreign nationals seeking permanent residency between April and June 2026, pushing the denial rate to approximately 44%.The figures cover the third quarter of the US government's 2026 fiscal year, which runs from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, accord…

…acting and entertainment.For some, the journey goes beyond securing a visa or obtaining permanent residency, as they eventually become citizens of their adopted countries.The latest Nigerian celebrity to attract attention for achieving this milestone is veteran rapper Olusegun Osaniyi, popularly known as Lord of Ajasa.…

…at Legit.ng! The UK government has identified the Innovator Founder visa as a pathway to permanent residency that requires just three years of residence.This timeframe is significantly shorter than that of many other immigration routes to permanent residency.UK outlines how a category of visa holders can qualify for fa…

…a list of countries with reciprocal social security agreements in 2026.UK set to tighten permanent residency rulesMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the UK announced its plan to raise the English language requirement for permanent residency from B1 to B2 across several immigration routes.The new rule takes ef…

…for the sole purpose of obtaining an immigration benefit, such as a green card or permanent residency, without any genuine intention of building a life together as a married couple. US immigration authorities treat such cases seriously, and investigations into suspected marriage fraud can be thorough and far-reaching.T…

…applies regardless of how long they have lived in Denmark or whether they meet other permanent residency requirements.

…Migration and Refugees has outlined the conditions foreign nationals must meet to secure permanent residency in the countryMost applicants must hold a valid residence title for at least five years before they can qualify for either of Germany's two main permanent residence permitsEU Blue Card holders face a shorter wai…

…a Green Card, giving millions of foreign nationals a clearer picture of their pathway to permanent residency.Prospective applicants must fall under at least one of the recognised categories before filing.The categories cover a wide range of personal circumstances, from family relationships to professional qualification…

…including people with pending asylum claims, work visa renewals and applications for permanent residency through marriage. Among the reported cases is Chantal Morales Rojas, a 27-year-old Ecuadorian former au pair, who was detained while boarding a domestic flight after her visa had expired, despite having a pending im…

…including people with pending asylum claims, work visa renewals and applications for permanent residency through marriage. Among the reported cases is Chantal Morales Rojas, a 27-year-old Ecuadorian former au pair, who was detained while boarding a domestic flight after her visa had expired, despite having a pending im…

…of travellers, including those seeking temporary visits, study or work permits, and permanent residency. Applicants are advised to review these grounds carefully before submitting any immigration application to avoid delays, refusals, or future bans.In a related story, Legit.ng reported that Canada had explained how ma…

The UK government has outlined primary routes through which foreign nationals can obtain permanent residency in the countryIndefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) gives holders the right to live, work, and study in the UK for as long as they wishForeign nationals living in the United Kingdom have pathways available to secure…

…be between certain ages as mentioned in the article and hold either US citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card)The recruitment pathway is structured into eight distinct stages, including a 10-week basic combat training programmeFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The United States Army National…

…the AI engineer has found a home and stability in Germany, where he said he holds permanent residency. Robert said he is living his dream. Yet, that dream began from a strong desire to become a globally mobile business leader, which still drives him to this day. Turning a plan into a visa By the time Robert graduated f…

…could improve relocation opportunities for Nigerians. CanadaCanada has introduced new permanent residency pathways specifically for internationally trained medical doctors, including Nigerians.The initiative expands access to permanent residency through Express Entry and provincial or territorial immigration programmes…

…under review include higher fees for residency status changes, visa extensions and permanent residency applications. If approved, the cost of changing residency status or extending a stay could increase from between ¥5,500 and ¥6,000 to as much as ¥70,000. Fees for permanent residency applications could also rise from…

…the maximum fee for changing residency status or extending a stay was ¥10,000, while permanent residency applications were capped at the same amount. The new law raises those ceilings to ¥100,000 and ¥300,000 respectively. Under the updated framework, the government plans to increase fees for residency status changes a…

…under review are increases in fees for residency status changes, visa extensions, and permanent residency applications. Once approved, the cost of changing residency status or extending a stay could rise from the current range of ¥5,500-¥6,000 to as much as ¥70,000. Permanent residency application fees could also jump…