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Can a foreign employee work in Nigeria without the correct immigration status?

Can a foreign employee work in Nigeria without the correct immigration status?

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SAM FX✓ Verified Lawyer
October 8, 2026

Do not assume a visitor status permits employment.

This is general information only; the specific facts and applicable law should be reviewed before acting.

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Community Member
October 8, 2026

The appropriate immigration and work authorisations depend on nationality, role, duration and the structure of the assignment. The employer should confirm the requirements before deployment.

This is general information only; the specific facts and applicable law should be reviewed before acting.

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Community Member
October 8, 2026

Keep copies of immigration approvals and employment documentation and check validity dates.

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