Migrating to Uk here are the best way to start

Migrating to Uk here are the best way to start

Before travelling to the United Kingdom from Nigeria, you must obtain a visa.

As a general rule, you must submit your UK visa application before travelling, though some business travelers may be eligible for visa on arrival. Before entering the UK, you must get formal confirmation that your visa application has been approved.

Depending on why you want to migrate to the UK from Nigeria, you can apply for one of several visa categories. Each tier has different eligibility standards, and you must present appropriate documents to support your case and indicate that you are eligible for your desired visa.

You can contact IAS’ immigration lawyers to learn more about UK immigration and to assess your options for travelling from Nigeria to the UK.

Nigerians Can Apply for a Spouse Visa in the United Kingdom

If you want to join your spouse in the United Kingdom from Nigeria, you must apply for a Spouse Visa. You must meet the following requirements to be eligible:

• You and your companion are at least 18 years old.
• You must be married or in a civil partnership in the United Kingdom.
• Your partner, who will be your sponsor, must be a British citizen or a UK resident.
• Before getting married, you must have met at least once in person.
• You must have been living together for at least the last two years.

If you and your spouse are not married but intend to marry once you arrive in the UK from Nigeria, you can apply for a Fiancé Visa.

Working Visas in the United Kingdom for Nigerians

Nigerian citizens must apply for a Tier 2 visa in order to work in the UK. You must have obtained and accepted a work offer from a UK-based business with a valid Certificate of Sponsorship to be eligible. This visa tier includes the following authorizations:

Tier 2 (General), for highly trained international employees who meet strict eligibility standards.

Tier 2 (ICT), which is only available to existing workers who work abroad but need to be transferred to their company’s UK office.

Tier 2 (Sportsperson) is reserved for internationally renowned athletes and certified coaches.

Tier 2 (Minister of Religion), which is aimed for worldwide religious workers.

You can contact IAS if you wish to assess your alternatives for entering the UK from Nigeria for work reasons.

Nigerian business owners are visiting the United Kingdom.

Nigerian entrepreneurs and “high-value migrants” who want to visit the UK can apply for a Tier 1 Visa. Permits under this category include the following:

Global Talent Visa, for individuals who work in a certain subject (such as science, medicine, or the arts) who are worldwide recognized as thought leaders in their industry.

Tier 1: (Investor). To be eligible for this permit, potential Nigerian investors must have at least £2,000,000 to invest in the UK.

Individuals wishing to establish their first business in the UK can apply for a Start-Up Visa. There is no requirement for a minimum investment, but applications must demonstrate their great potential.

Contact IAS’ immigration lawyers to discover more about the options for launching a business in the UK. We are based in the United Kingdom, with offices in London, Birmingham, and Manchester, but our lawyers also provide all of their services remotely, so you may get help even if you are in Nigeria.

How Nigerians Can Apply For Permanent Residency In The United Kingdom

If you meet certain requirements, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK and receive UK permanent status. If your application is approved, you will be able to live in the UK without being subject to any immigration restrictions. However, you will be unable to vote or receive a UK passport until you apply for and are granted British citizenship.

Nigerians must meet the following requirements in order to apply for UK residency:

You must have been legally residing in the UK for at least 5 years.

In any 12-month period, you must have spent no more than 180 days outside the UK.

You must demonstrate your command of the English language as well as your understanding of British customs.