Cost of residential permit aids expatriates’ illegal stay in Nigeria

The high cost of residential permits in Nigeria is reportedly facilitating expatriates to remain in the country illegally.

A report from ThisDayLive highlights how the expense associated with residential permits is enabling expatriates to illegally extend their stay in Nigeria. This issue points to challenges in the immigration system where financial barriers may encourage non-compliance with visa regulations. No further details on specific cases or policy responses were provided in the available information.

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Nigerian President Tinubu shakes hands with UK official over migration agreement document, flags of both nations in background.
صورة مولدة بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي

Nigeria agrees to receive offenders from UK

من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي صورة مولدة بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي

The Nigerian and British governments have reached an agreement for Nigeria to accept offenders and failed asylum seekers with no right to remain in the UK. This deal was announced amid high-level talks. It forms part of broader migration agreements signed during President Tinubu's visit.

يتصاعد الغضب بعد أن رفضت نيجيريا منح تأشيرات دخول للمواطنين الكينيين على الرغم من السماح للنيجيريين بالدخول إلى كينيا بدون تأشيرة. وكشف لاري مادوو الصحفي في شبكة CNN عن الصعوبات التي واجهها في الحصول على تأشيرة. يواجه مقدمو الطلبات الرفض حتى بعد دفع رسوم غير قابلة للاسترداد.

من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

Nigeria faces severe economic challenges, including inflation over 30% and unreliable infrastructure, yet its people show remarkable adaptability. Daily life varies by region and income, with many relying on multiple jobs to survive. Security issues and poverty affect millions, but strong community ties provide support.

Following President Trump's Presidential Proclamation 10998 issued on December 16, 2025, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria announced on December 22 a partial suspension of visa issuance to nationals of Nigeria and 18 other countries, effective January 1, 2026. The security measure targets B-1/B-2, F, M, J visas, and immigrant visas, with exemptions for dual nationals, persecuted minorities, and others.

من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

Japan's Cabinet approved legislation on Tuesday to sharply increase the upper limit on fees for foreign nationals. This represents the biggest revision of its kind in more than four decades.

The Nigeria Customs Service has started procedures to allow international travellers to bring personal vehicles into the country temporarily without hassle. This new policy supports tourism and business by simplifying border crossings. It follows the 2023 Customs Act and global agreements.

من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

A new poll shows many foreign residents in South Korea view the country as a temporary home due to restrictive immigration and job systems. They praise cultural influence and IT infrastructure but point to challenges like high housing costs and regulatory changes.

 

 

 

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