Relocating abroad especially with your family is capital intensive. One of the reasons why this is so is you must have enough money set aside for their upkeep for a reasonable period of time within which you can find a job in the new country.

This is the reason for the "proof of funds" required by many embassies before you can be issued a visa

However, there are immigration programs that do not require this proof of funds simply because you have a job waiting for you on arrival

In this article we will be looking at 2 of such programs. Both programs guarantee a job on arrival, require no proof of funds, and have easy-to-meet requirements so to speak.

And both of them are fast (if your papers are set, you could be out of this country in 6 months or less)

One of such program is for the UK and the other is for Canada.

We will be discussing the procedure, requirements eligibility, how and where to apply for jobs under these 2 programs and other relevant information

This is an article and not a guide. So therefore it is to be expected it will not contain all the needed information.

However, relevant links both from official and personally recommended sources will be given where you can obtain complete and up to date information concerning these 2 programs

At least one of these programs will favor you if:

- If you want to relocate fast (in 6 months or less)
- If you want a job waiting for you before you relocate
- If you have a low score in the IELTS
- If you or your partner (or both of you) have low educational qualifications ( WASCCE or OND)
- If age is not on your side (you are closer to 45 than 25)
- If you do not have proof of funds

Immigration Program no 1...

UNITED KINGDOM TIER 2 (GENERAL) VISA THROUGH "SHORTAGE OCCUPATION"

Using this route, all you need do is apply for a job classified under 'shortage occupation' and when you get the job, you will be issued a visa by the government to come live and work in the UK.

In the UK, there are jobs in industries that are classified as "shortage occupation". This means that there is a noticeable lack of available workers in these sectors, and there is a high demand for qualified workers there.

These jobs range from Medical doctors, nurses, electrical, civil, mechanical electronic engineers, cyber security specialists l, graphic designers, IT business analysts, programmers, Medical practitoners, secondary school teachers, social workers artists, dancers etc

There are a multitude of jobs cutting across different sectors. You can see the full list at:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-k-shortage-occupation-list

You can apply for shortage occupation jobs using the following websites:

LinkedIn
Glassdoor.com
Prospects.ac.uk

Or any other means online. Or if you know someone in the UK working in any of these sectors, they can apply for you.

When you get the job under "shortage occupation" all you need do is apply for the UK general Visa (tier 2). If you are going with your partner, he/she will apply as a spouse. If you are going with your children, they will apply individually as dependants. This program only allow dependants outside of the UK who are below 18 years of age

Normally, if you are applying for the UK General Visa (Tier 2) one of the requirements is that you need to have £945 to support your self for a month. And close to £700 for each person you will be bringing with you. And you must prove that this money have been in your account for a period of 90 days before your application.

However, you do not needs this proof of funds in your account if you get a job under the shortage occupation. This is because you will be given a Certificate of Sponsorship by your employer.

In that certificate, it will be stated that your employer is willing to give you the above amount if it is needed during the initial period of your stay in the UK. The employer will also give you other information you will require to apply. This certificate is essential if you are to get the Visa.

Not all employers are qualified to issue out Certificates of Sponsorship. Only employers fully approved as 'A-Rated' sponsor can issue you Certificates of sponsorships. So, when you are applying for jobs, ensure that the company you are applying to is classified as 'A-Rated sponsor'.

You can download latest list of A-Rated sponsors using this link:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers

You will require this certificate of sponsorship while applying for the visa and your employer will also help you in the application process.

The good thing is that you only apply for the visa after you get the job, 3 months before you are due to start work in the UK. The date you can start is stated in the Certificate of sponsorship
With this visa, you and your family can live and work in the UK for up to 3 years, extendable to a maximum of 6 years.

However, after 5 years of your stay in the UK you are qualified to apply for an Indefinite Leave of Remain (ILR) what is popularly known as Permanent Residency (PR). Which essentially means you enjoy almost all the benefits a UK citizen enjoy

And one year after getting your PR, you are eligible to apply for a UK citizenship, which will confer on you the same rights and privileges citizens of the UK enjoy in and outside the UK. You also have access to visa free travel to 184 countries in the world.

Here is why getting this visa is so easy, this type of visa is awarded using a points based system, to get the Visa you must get at least 70 points.

You are awarded points by considering several factors, but if you have a job which is classified among the shortage occupation, and you have gotten your certificate of sponsorship, you are automatically awarded 30 points.

If the pay of the job is above 30 000 pounds per annum or the same as standard salary for that job in the UK, you are awarded another 20 points which makes a total of 50 points. Getting extra 20 to make it 70 points is easy.

Another requirement is to prove your proficiency in English language. Which means you will have to write the IELTS or any other recommended English proficiency exam. You will need to score a 6.5 in each section.

However, there are certain categories of people who are exempted from taking the exams. One of such people are those whose Bachelors, Masters, or PHD degrees are recognized to be equivalent to the respective degrees in the UK.

This is done by the National Academic Recognition Information Center NARIC, UK.
Proof of proficiency in English gives 10 points automatically. Whether you write the IELTS or not.

There's clearly a lot of information to learn about obtaining this type of Visa. You can learn more by visiting the official UK website
https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-general

The bottom line of getting this visa is just find a job in the UK which is classified under "shortage occupation" and you will easily be granted Visa to relocate to the UK with your family.

Below are list of shortage occupation jobs.

Get full list at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-k-shortage-occupation-list

Immigration Program no 2...

CANADA'S HOME CARE SUPPORT IMMIGRATION PROGRAM

This is one of the newest, easiest, fastest and cheapest means to relocate Canada till date

Due to the hign demand for workers in the Home Care industry, the Canadian government in 18th June, 2019 launched the Home Care Support Program to make it easier for people living in other countries to come into Canada and work in this industry.

All you need is to have a job offer in the Home Care industry, and the Canadian government will give you a Visa to come live and work in Canada, together with your family.

While both genders can apply for the Home Care program, the Principal or Main Applicant will be restricted to work in the Home Care Industry for 2 years.

The other partner will be given a Work Permit Visa which enables him/her to do business or work in almost any field with his/her credentials. It could be Engineering, Oil and Gas, Teaching, Telecoms etc. And the children will be issued Study Visas

After 2 years, workers in the Home Care industry are free to change career paths, or take higher roles in the Health and Medical industry.

Also, you are qualified to apply and get a Permanent Residency for you and your family.

The requirements for this Visa are not steep compared to other Canada programs.

The most important requirement is to get a job offer in the Home Care industry.

Other requirements are:

- WASSCE plus one year post Secondary school experience or OND

- Even the IELTS requirement is low. You need a CLB score of 5.0 which means scoring 5.0 in each of the Language tests except Reading which has a requirement of 4.0

- There is no need for proof of funds since there is a job waiting for you when you land in Canada. However, it is advisable to have funds to cover expenses for the first month while awaiting the first salary

There is a high demand for Home Care workers, and there are employers willing to sponsor your trip to Canada. The salary range for jobs in this industry is $2,500 - $3,500.

The various jobs in the Home Care industry are:

- Home Support Worker
- Nursing Assistant
- Community Support Worker
- Public Health Worker
Etc

You can easily apply for jobs in the Home Care industry in Canada by using LinkedIn.

Definitely, there is also a lot to learn if you want to explore this route. You can visit
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/caregivers/child-care-home-support-worker/no-experience-about.html

And check out this video from someone who has already relocated to Canada

==> https://www.iknowexperts.com.ng/relocate-to-canada-low-ielts-no-proof-of-funds-video

If you have your papers set, in 6 months you could be on your way to  the UK or Canada with your family using either of these options.

Visit the second passport blog at
[url]iknowexperts.com.ng[/url]

Thanks Admin, Very inciting.

Thanks for your post... I'm sure a whole lot of people on this forum will find it useful cos me sef, I'm beginning to have a deep second thoughts about our dear country Nigeria.

Please sir What about single individual can the apply to this and how to go about it

Eye opener indeed.

Thanks so much... Following the thread

Insightful.

Thank you for the information

Thanks for the info

Thanks everyone for your comments. For those asking questions, I'll answer them the best I can as soon as I'm less busy. If you have got anymore questions you are welcome to ask.
Cheers!

Great post and info

iknowexperts:
Thanks everyone for your comments. For those asking questions, I'll answer them the best I can as soon as I'm less busy. If you have got anymore questions you are welcome to ask.
Cheers!

heniford2:
Please sir What about single individual can the apply to this and how to go about it

Hello heniford2, nice to hear from you.

To your question, A single individual can apply and go alone for both the Canada and UK programs. It's not compulsory one goes with a spouse, or dependants

As regards the second part of your question, for the UK program, when you get the job (remember you can apply for jobs online), you are expected to apply for a visa within 3 months. And within 3 weeks you get an answer from the UK embassy.

This means that even before applying for the visa most of your documents should be ready.

Here are some of the documents and requirements you would need to apply for visa

- Your academic certificates
- IELTS results with a CLB of 6.5
- Overseas criminal records certificate gotten from your country of residence if you will be working in health, social care or education sectors
- certificate of sponsorship from a licensed sponsor (your employer)
- of course your international passport
- etc

The application fees are cheaper since you are going through "shortage occupation"
464 pounds per person if you're applying for a 3 years visa or less.
928 pounds person if applying for a visa above 3 years.

You can get more info in the links I shared in the body of the article above

====

For the Canada Home care support program, I've already shared info about it in my blog. You can access it via this link
https://iknowexperts.com.ng/second-passport-blog/relocate-to-canada/new-pathway/

Cheers!

iknowexperts:


Hello heniford2, nice to hear from you.

To your question, A single individual can apply and go alone for both the Canada and UK programs. It's not compulsory one goes with a spouse, or dependants

As regards the second part of your question, for the UK program, when you get the job (remember you can apply for jobs online), you are expected to apply for a visa within 3 months. And within 3 weeks you get an answer from the UK embassy.

This means that even before applying for the visa most of your documents should be ready.

Here are some of the documents and requirements you would need to apply for visa

- Your academic certificates
- IELTS results with a CLB of 6.5
- Overseas criminal records certificate gotten from your country of residence if you will be working in health, social care or education sectors
- certificate of sponsorship from a licensed sponsor (your employer)
- of course your international passport
- etc

The application fees are cheaper since you are going through "shortage occupation"
464 pounds per person if you're applying for a 3 years visa or less.
928 pounds person if applying for a visa above 3 years.

You can get more info in the links I shared in the body of the article above

====

For the Canada Home care support program, I've already shared info about it in my blog. You can access it via this link
https://iknowexperts.com.ng/second-passport-blog/relocate-to-canada/new-pathway/

Cheers!

thanks do you have a whatsapp number i can reach you

Please, i am interested kindly contact me through my email. danieluboh01@gmail.com

Since you left no contact information

dawnomike:
Thanks for your post... I'm sure a whole lot of people on this forum will find it useful cos me sef, I'm beginning to have a deep second thoughts about our dear country Nigeria.

you are not alone brother

From the care giver site couldnt get more tangible information


I don't mind if you can put me through

jokeydamson:
From the care giver site couldnt get more tangible information


I don't mind if you can put me through

Hello Jowkeydamson,

There's a video by someone who has already relocated to Canada and has also helped many others relocate there.

I shared it in my blog. I'll also share it here.

In it you will find step by step guidance and the info you need about relocating through the Home Care program

Watch the video here ==> https://www.iknowexperts.com.ng/relocate-to-canada-low-ielts-no-proof-of-funds-video

Cheers!

OP, don’t your contact here. Or email me: reza_persia@protonmail.ch. I have an interesting offer for you.

I called an immigration agent who told me that the UK shortage occupation list is only applicable to those who obtained their Masters Degree in UK

iknowexperts:


Hello Jowkeydamson,

There's a video by someone who has already relocated to Canada and has also helped many others relocate there.

I shared it in my blog. I'll also share it here.

In it you will find step by step guidance and the info you need about relocating through the Home Care program

Watch the video here ==> https://www.iknowexperts.com.ng/relocate-to-canada-low-ielts-no-proof-of-funds-video

Cheers!

have been unable to view the video it kept on loading and loading

tooslar:
I called an immigration agent who told me that the UK shortage occupation list is only applicable to those who obtained their Masters Degree in UK

oh.....this is serious

Lazdigitals:
Please, i am interested kindly contact me through my email. danieluboh01@gmail.com

Since you left no contact information

I've since sent you an email. Yet to see your reply

tooslar:
I called an immigration agent who told me that the UK shortage occupation list is only applicable to those who obtained their Masters Degree in UK

Hello tooslar

Thanks for your contribution

Among the requirements given by the UK High Commission for the UK General work visa (tier 2) and the shortage occupation jobs, there is nowhere they mentioned having a Masters from the UK as as a compulsory or minimum requirement.

With a Bachelors degree and the right skills, one can apply successfully and get a UK work visa, even for jobs not in the shortage occupation list which are harder to get.

A UK masters is not among the minimum requirements. It is not among the minimum requirements

I'll explain further

Look at some of the jobs listed in the shortage occupation. Some of the jobs like nurses, dancers, paramedics, social workers etc do not require a masters.

Jobs are classified under "shortage occupation" because there are not enough people in the UK and the EU Economic Area (EEA) take up these jobs. So they make it easier for foreigners to apply and get these jobs.

You see? It doesn't just make sense to ask them bring a UK obtained masters.

Some people who have gotten to the UK via this route had never been there prior to getting the shortage occupation job.

Immigration agents and consultants can be very helpful. However it is also very important you carry out due diligence with the country's high commission. That's the best place to get any immigration info you need.

Thanks for your contribution. Best regards.

jokeydamson:
have been unable to view the video it kept on loading and loading

It's likely a network issue. If you are sure your network is strong enough, try a browser like Chrome or Firefox to watch the video

@Iknowexpert,

You are not incorrect. I was curious when the agent told me but I never saw anything of such on their page. However, like you've rightly suggested, the embassy would be the best place to get the correct info.

Thank you

I felt compelled to say this here because of recent happenings in the country, and a discussion I had with a colleague.

If you are looking towards relocation abroad through Canada immigration and you have not started the process yet for one reason or the other...

Here are some requirements you should start getting. Even if you do not have all the resources to relocate now:

1. Nigerian International passport. Validity period is 10 years for the new one. And 5 years for the old one

2. ECA. Educational Credential Assessment. If you do not have a Canadian education credential, you need this assessment for certain immigration programs to show that your degree or diploma is equivalent to those of Canada. Validity is 5 years. This means you can use the assessment 5 years after you first got it

3. IELTS. This is an exam to test your English language proficiency. Different Canada immigration programs have different required scores. Some programs require high scores. A few require low scores.

Validity period of the IELTS test is 2 years.

As a side note, if your inability to score a high IELTS score is serving as a stumbling block to your relocation dream, you could try other immigration programs that require low IELTS score.

One of such is the Canada Home care program discussed here. It is a new program with less competition and relatively easier requirements. IELTS requirement is CLB of 5.0. Requires no proof of funds. It is a fast program to relocate with (6 months if your papers are set) etc

You can learn more about it in the link I will share at the end of this post.

On to the next item...

4. Prepare your documents. Choose a likely immigration program you will want to relocate with. Start gathering documents according to that program.

And above all, get the right information. It can save you hundreds of thousands. And even millions in Naira.

Why am I saying these things?

You dont have to wait till you have all the money before you start rushing, and taking action towards relocation.

You can start now to plan your self. And give yourself a timeline to get each item listed above.

For example, if you dont have an international passport yet, you could get it first. Since it has the longest validity period.

You can also use the opportunity to visit one or two foreign countries if you can. Even if it is neighbouring West African countries. You're doing this to have travel history

Travel history is not really compulsory. However it boosts your chances during immigration.

Next, you can do your ECA for your educational credentials.

And so on

You get the gist right?

No need to wait till you have all the resources before you start rushing (big mistake) to travel to Canada, or wherever you wish.

You can start now to plan yourself.

Cheers to dream come true.

Here is the link to the Homecare support program I earlier told you about.

Here ==> https://www.iknowexperts.com.ng/relocate-to-canada-low-ielts-no-proof-of-funds-video

It is a video. It gives more information about what the program entails, and how to follow this route

Cheers!

Thanks for sharing this info.

@Iknowexpert,

I'm a bit confused about which of my credentials will require ECA. is it my highest qualification or all the qualifications.

iknowexperts:
Immigration Program no 2...

CANADA'S HOME CARE SUPPORT IMMIGRATION PROGRAM

This is one of the newest, easiest, fastest and cheapest means to relocate Canada till date

Due to the hign demand for workers in the Home Care industry, the Canadian government in 18th June, 2019 launched the Home Care Support Program to make it easier for people living in other countries to come into Canada and work in this industry.

All you need is to have a job offer in the Home Care industry, and the Canadian government will give you a Visa to come live and work in Canada, together with your family.

While both genders can apply for the Home Care program, the Principal or Main Applicant will be restricted to work in the Home Care Industry for 2 years.

The other partner will be given a Work Permit Visa which enables him/her to do business or work in almost any field with his/her credentials. It could be Engineering, Oil and Gas, Teaching, Telecoms etc. And the children will be issued Study Visas

After 2 years, workers in the Home Care industry are free to change career paths, or take higher roles in the Health and Medical industry.

Also, you are qualified to apply and get a Permanent Residency for you and your family.

The requirements for this Visa are not steep compared to other Canada programs.

The most important requirement is to get a job offer in the Home Care industry.

Other requirements are:

- WASSCE plus one year post Secondary school experience or OND

- Even the IELTS requirement is low. You need a CLB score of 5.0 which means scoring 5.0 in each of the Language tests except Reading which has a requirement of 4.0

- There is no need for proof of funds since there is a job waiting for you when you land in Canada. However, it is advisable to have funds to cover expenses for the first month while awaiting the first salary

There is a high demand for Home Care workers, and there are employers willing to sponsor your trip to Canada. The salary range for jobs in this industry is $2,500 - $3,500.

The various jobs in the Home Care industry are:

- Home Support Worker
- Nursing Assistant
- Community Support Worker
- Public Health Worker
Etc

You can easily apply for jobs in the Home Care industry in Canada by using LinkedIn.

Definitely, there is also a lot to learn if you want to explore this route. You can visit
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/caregivers/child-care-home-support-worker/no-experience-about.html

Or the Second Passport blog  to get more information

If you have your papers set, in 6 months you could be on your way to  the UK or Canada with your family using either of these options.

pls op how much will it cost me to do the exam? Can u just explain more about the cost of each of the exams. Can I also use neco cert. Thanks alot.