UK Govt Announces More Names of Companies Ready To Sponsor Nigerians’ Work Visa

• The UK government has updated the names of licensed companies that are allowed to sponsor the relocation of skilled workers
• The companies have the freedom to bring in foreign workers, including Nigerians, to fill vacant positions in their organisations
• In the latest update, there are now over 100,000 UK companies that are licenced across various industries, including engineering and media

Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has over a decade of business journalism experience with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.

The United Kingdom has increased the number of organisations licensed to sponsor workers on the worker and temporary worker immigration routes.

According to checks by Legit.ng, the latest list, updated on Friday, August 23, 2024, has 119,195 approved companies.

This indicates that 5,276 new companies have now been added to the approved list compared to the 119,195 approved as of May 2024.

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A breakdown shows that the approved companies are in technology, commerce, education, media and advertisement, and engineering sectors, among others.

Interested Nigerians are advised to visit the listed company's website and search for available vacancies.

Skilled worker visa for immigration

According to the UK government, a Skilled Worker visa allows you to come to or stay in the UK for an eligible job with an approved employer.

UK government, in a note on its website, said:

"The skilled worker route includes charity workers, skilled workers, creative workers, global business mobility: senior or specialist workers, and international sportspersons.

"You must have a job offer from an approved UK employer before you apply for a Skilled Worker visa. Approved employers are also known as sponsors, because they are sponsoring you to come to or stay in the UK."

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Here are some of the companies listed

• 10Bit FX Limited
• 10Bit FX Limited
• 10Pearls Ltd
• 10X Banking Technology Services Ltd
• 11 2 11 Ltd
• 11 Berkeley Street Limited
• 11 Group Limited
• 111 By Nico Ltd
• 111 Skin Limited
• 114 GPS Ltd T/A Sushi Atelier
• 1177 Retail Limited
• 11and12 Limited
• 11Eleven UK Enterprises Ltd

A full download of the listed companies can be found here.

Canada invites skilled Nigerians

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that a Canadian province is looking for skilled workers from all over the world, including Nigeria, to fill open positions.

Those who meet the criteria will have an easier chance to obtain a visa at the Canadian embassy in Nigeria.

Reports show that 42,500 workers, or 23% of the province's workforce, are set to retire in 2023.

Source: Legit.ng