September 17, 2022

MOVING FROM NIGERIA TO EUROPE: HOW TO SEARCH FOR JOB OPPORTUNITIES AND FIND THE PERFECT JOB FOR YOU

Many Ways To Search For A Job Opportunity

There are many ways to search for the perfect job opportunity if you want to work in Europe. You can use a job portal, do a Google search, and apply directly to the company from Nigeria.
The first step is to identify what kind of job you want, depending on your profession, job advertisement, job requirement, remuneration etc.
Then start applying! If there is more than one position at the company that fits your criteria, then use all of them!

GETTING A JOB IN EUROPE CAN BE DIFFICULT

Finding a job in Europe can be a complex process. There are so many opportunities that it is hard to find the perfect one for you. I will talk about how to find the ideal option for you and what you should do if you are considering moving to Europe.
The first step is finding out where in Europe you want to work. Many different countries and cities have different cultures and work environments. It would help if you researched which country or city appeals most to your personality, interests, and skillset before starting your search.

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THE COST OF MOVING FROM NIGERIA TO EUROPE

The cost of moving from Nigeria to Europe is not as simple as it seems. There are a lot of factors that need to be considered. The costs of moving to Europe include; the cost of the visa, plane tickets, and living expenses in Europe.
The financial cost of relocation is also often underestimated. The costs vary depending on where you are going, what you need to bring with you and how much time you have before leaving your current home.
Some families leave their home country because they cannot find the elements of a secure and healthy environment they need for their children.

These situations can be costly and challenging but not impossible to overcome. One of the biggest challenges in relocating is cultural understanding, resident permit, employment, language etc.

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MAASTRICHT TREATY (EUROPEAN UNION)

The European Union is a group of countries that have agreed to work together as a union. The Maastricht Treaty was signed on 7th February 1992, effective on 1st November 1993.
The main goal of the European Union is to integrate its members economically, socially and politically.

The Different Types of Visas for Nigeria Immigrants in Europe
Nigerian immigrants can apply for many types of visas, such as

-Tourist visas,
-Immigration and naturalization visas (Marriage),
-Student visas
-Business or work visas.

Business or work visas allow you to start a business or work and live in Europe. The most common type of visa is the Schengen visa, which enables Nigerians to travel freely within the Schengen area, including all European countries except Ireland.

EU BLUE CARD (WORK PERMIT)

The EU Blue Card Visa offers a two-year residence permit, and it is renewable. If you’re a citizen of a non-EU country and have been offered a job that is considered highly qualified, then you can apply for an EU Blue Card.

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TO GET AN EU BLUE CARD, YOU MUST

  • You must have a valid passport to apply for a permit. If your passport expires soon, renew it so that you still have a valid one when the permit application date arrives.
  • It would help if you had the equivalent of 180 credits of tertiary education or five years of relevant professional experience.
  • Health insurance Certificate for at least three months
  • Received a full-time job offer with excellent benefits
  • It would help if you had a robust salary that could cover your living expenses.

YOUR EMPLOYER MUST

  • The job position is advertised in Sweden, EU/EEA, and Switzerland for at least ten days.
  • It should provide information about employment and a chance for the relevant union to comment on working conditions.
  • Offer good working conditions.
  • You can live and work if you have an EU Blue Card issued in any EU country. If you have had your card for five or more years, you can apply for long-term residence.

WHERE CAN I FIND JOBS IN SWEDEN?

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Sweden is a country with a job market that is expanding and offers many opportunities.
The Swedish job market is expanding, and there are many opportunities for foreigners to find jobs in Sweden. Getting a job in Sweden as a foreigner can be difficult, but it’s not impossible. You can take some steps to increase your chances of finding employment in this European country.

Sweden has a wide range of jobs available, but finding them without knowing what you’re looking for can be challenging. A job search in Sweden can be done in several ways:

arbetsformedlingen.se
totaljobs.com
Indeed
Blocket
netjobs

WHERE CAN I FIND JOBS IN GERMANY?

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Germany is a country in Western Europe. It is one of the world’s most prosperous countries and has the largest economy in Europe. The government has a highly-skilled, productive and competitive workforce.

The unemployment rate in Germany is at its lowest since reunification, with an average of just 3% unemployment over the last decade. This low unemployment rate is due to the government’s encouragement of work through financial incentives, such as childcare benefits and tax breaks for those who are self-employed or unemployed.

Many jobs are available in Germany, but it can be challenging to find them without knowing what you’re looking for. One way to find employment in Germany is by visiting online job portals such as

Euraxess.de
Academics.com
Alumniportal-deutschland.org
Bund.de
Make-it-in-germany.com

WHAT’S THE COST OF LIVING IN EUROPE?

So you want to move from Nigeria to Europe? That’s a great idea! But before you make your move, it would be wise to research how much it will cost.
The cost of living in Europe varies depending on the country and city. You can expect to pay more for rent, food, transportation and utilities in Western European countries like Germany or France than in Eastern European nations like Poland or Romania. While the cost of living in Western Europe is higher than in Eastern Europe, salaries are also higher.
You should be prepared for the costs of moving to a new country. For example, if you’re moving from Nigeria to Germany and you have a car, you’ll need an international driving license and insurance before you can drive legally there.

EXISTENCE OF LANGUAGE BARRIERS

A well-prepared strategy for integrating into a new country has two main components: understanding the culture and knowing how to communicate with people in that culture. The process begins with learning the host country’s language. For instance, if you find yourself in any EU country, you should learn a native language to be integrated into the system.

Although I understand why many Nigerians prefer the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, English is the country’s spoken language in all English-speaking countries, as mentioned above.

The visa fee from Nigeria to any European country varies from country to country.
Generally, the visa fee is not expensive but depends on the country and its economic status. The visa fee charged to a Nigerian citizen when applying for a visa to any European country is usually costly. The average visa cost depends on the country you apply for and the categories of visas you applied for. The cost of visas in Germany is different from the cost of visas in Sweden.

Usually, the visa cost for each application is displayed on the individual country’s website, and there is no hidden cost.

In conclusion, Using a Blue Card from one European country to work in another is impossible. The EU Blue Card for that other country must be applied if you find work and meet the eligibility requirements. As soon as you have decided which country you would like to go to in Europe, you will need to start looking through job listings on websites such as Indeed or Monster Jobs that cover all of Europe. You can also use LinkedIn or Facebook groups for your desired location and websites like Glassdoor.

In European countries, the process begins with learning the basics of the country and its language. The best way to do this is to aim for fluency in the country’s language, allowing one to communicate with people and understand what they are saying.

Learning the culture of a new country is similar in that it will provide insight into cultural expectations and norms, as well as how one should behave.

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