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My company wants to employ a foreign national in Nigeria. What should we check first?

My company wants to employ a foreign national in Nigeria. What should we check first?

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October 8, 2026

The employer should identify the appropriate immigration and work-authorisation requirements before the person starts working. The correct route depends on the person's nationality, role, duration and circumstances.

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Community Member
October 8, 2026

Do not assume that a valid passport or visitor status authorises employment. Work and residence requirements should be checked before deployment.

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October 8, 2026

Start by defining the role, proposed duration and status of the employee, then determine the appropriate immigration permissions and employer obligations.

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