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Bringing Foreign Talent into Nigeria? Here’s Why Immigration Support Can Make or Break the Experience

When a multinational company hires a foreign professional to relocate to Nigeria, it often comes with high expectations. The CVs are stellar. The skills are rare. The value they bring to your company is undeniable.

But there’s one critical factor that’s often overlooked until it’s too late:

How smooth is their entry into the country?

Let’s paint a picture.

The Reality Many HR Teams Face

A reputable Nigerian construction firm recently hired a structural engineer from the UK for a major Lagos-based project. The HR team secured the offer letter, sorted the flights, and prepared for onboarding. But by the time he landed:

  • His Subject to Regularization (STR) visa had inconsistencies
  • There was no proper guide on immigration compliance
  • The company wasn’t clear on CERPAC and quota management
  • He struggled to settle into the Nigerian system

Despite their best intentions, the onboarding left him frustrated and anxious. The company had invested months and millions in sourcing him yet almost lost him due to preventable issues.

The True Cost of Poor Immigration Handling

Let’s be honest: hiring expatriates isn’t cheap. But losing them due to disorganized immigration support? That’s a loss no HR or Admin team should risk.

What many companies don’t realize is that immigration support goes beyond the visa. It’s about:

Processing quotas legally and promptly
Ensuring STR visas are accurate and timely
Handling CERPAC applications with zero errors
Guiding the employee through onboarding
Managing renewals and extension timelines

Unfortunately, many in-house teams are already stretched and may not have the expertise or capacity to handle the complexities that come with expatriate immigration in Nigeria.

That’s Where Wayfare Travels Comes In

 

We are more than a travel company.
We are your immigration support partner, working hand-in-hand with your HR, Admin, and Operations departments to deliver:

Comprehensive STR Visa Support
Quota and CERPAC Processing
Airport Transfers and First Week Settling In
Local Integration Assistance
Renewal & Compliance Alerts

Whether you are onboarding a single foreign staff or bringing in an entire technical team, we ensure the process is smooth, legal, and seamless every step of the way.

Trusted by Forward-Thinking Companies

From oil and gas firms to real estate developers, we help businesses avoid the stress and errors that come with managing expatriate immigration.

Our service is detailed.
Our response is timely.
Our support is end-to-end.

Let’s Make Every First Impression Count

Because when your expatriate hire steps into Nigeria with ease and confidence, it reflects the strength of your organization and your people-first culture.

📞 Need help with your company’s expatriate immigration process?
Contact us via [email protected] or call us on +234 8078823289.

Let’s help you bring in top global talent stress-free.

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