Nigeria

Work Visa Types and Requirements

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, is an economic powerhouse with a growing demand for skilled labour, especially in the oil and gas industry. Nigeria offers two primary work visas: the Temporary Work Permit (TWP) and the Subject to Regularisation (STR) Visa.

  • Temporary Work Permit (TWP)

  • Subject to Regularisation (STR) Visa

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Economic Sectors and Attracting Markets

  • Oil and Gas

    Nigeria’s economy is heavily reliant on the oil and gas sector, which attracts significant foreign direct investment from the United States, the United Kingdom, and China. The STR Visa is particularly important for expatriates in this sector, including engineers, geologists, and project managers.

  • Telecommunications

    The telecommunications sector is another area of growth, with investments from South Africa’s MTN Group and India’s Bharti Airtel. Skilled professionals from India and South Africa dominate this market segment.

  • Agriculture

    There is a growing trend towards agricultural mechanisation, attracting expertise from Brazil and Israel. The TWP has been instrumental in facilitating short-term expertise in this sector.