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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by MrBrownJay1(m): 6:05pm On May 24, 2022
donogaga:

600k Monthly Take home in naija is actually nothing. I have been there, done that. That's not much.
I relocated to the UK February this year, I make over 700k weekly here. In some cases, over 800k. I can send you my payslips if you doubt me

its unwise to try to compare what someone makes in Nigeria with what you make in the UK.... here is a simple clue: what you make in Nigeria with 600K, you will need to make no less than £5K weekly in the UK to have the same lifestyle. here is another clue of what i am saying: with the £1k weekly that you make in the UK, you cant remotely think of living comfortably in the best Neighborhood of London.

i am sorry to say that, in London, earning £1K weekly is considered middle class at best....in Nigeria where the minimum salary is 30K, earning 600k monthly (aka 20times the minimum salary), you are rich!

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by queenfav(f): 6:05pm On May 24, 2022
MT:


Op you are about to make the biggest mistake of your life and I will tell you why:

1. If you relocate via Visitor;s visa to the UK, you will suffer. The UK govt has tightened the rule to allow illegal immigrant to work. Even to rent a house, you must be a legal resident. There is a website where landlords will run a check on you. If the govt finds out that a landlord rents out a house to you or you work in a company as an illegal alien, the govt will heavily sanction the landord or the company.
So, illegal aliens are always at the mercy of legal resident to work or to rent a house. No matter what the legal resident does to you , you must endure it because he might withdraw all he is doing to support you. This is the website to check tenant's legal status before an apartment could be rented - https://www.gov.uk/check-tenant-right-to-rent-documents

2. If you go through student route, another big headache. Student route does not automatically lead to you being given resident permit. When you finish your course (after spending MILLIONS of naira before you get your visa), you will apply for a graduate route which is non extensible 2 years. Within this 2 years, you must get a job from companies who are licensed to hire foreign individuals. The job must be in certain professions on their shortage list which is heavily dominated by IT, Medicals and a bit of social science. And you must be paid certain minimum salary. This is the list of professions on shortage list as at today (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupations). Failure to secure jobs in any of these, you will be asked to leave with your dependants, if any. Do not forget that, the companies are looking for EXPERTS who can hit the ground running, and they are not limited to hiring from students in the UK . You are competing with everybody in that profession globally.

Lot of people want to circumvent the process by working as social worker. But be aware that not all social worker companies are licensed to bring in people. Moreso, Indians really dominate this industry, and you are competing with 80% of students that are coming in for a very limited space.

POINTS TO NOTE
1. Being a citizen does not guarantee good life in any country. Citizenship is different for making it. The values you can add anywhere you travel to will determine if you will realise your dream. People tend to mix possessing citizenship of a country to making it in life. Hell no. There are homeless among their own citizens

2. You are earning well in Nigeria. Try and invest on learning a transferrable skills and apply for jobs from Nigeria. While you are doing that, you can always visit any of these countries to see if you can even live there. Dont follow the crowd. A bird at hands is worth thousands in the bush. Some people over there will be happy to switch places with you based on what you earn.

3. Migration is never a bad thing, but plan well. Think well. A life can be ruined if done anyhow.

4. Stop converting money in Pounds sterling to Naira. If you earn in Pounds, you will still spend it in that expensive environment. Go and ask how much a room goes for in a month. It can pay for a 3-bedroom flat in Nigeria for a year in most places in Nigeria.

5. It is only in Nigeria you can hire a driver, cook etc. The cost of baby minder alone will choke you!. Think if you have to leave and strategise.

My two cents.
*Pls Pardon my typo, if any*
This Reply!!!You have said it all.Op,listen to him.

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by MT: 6:06pm On May 24, 2022
donogaga:


600k Monthly Take home in naija is actually nothing. I have been there, done that. That's not much.

I relocated to the UK February this year, I make over 700k weekly here. In some cases, over 800k. I can send you my payslips if you doubt me.

Truth is, If you are very hardworking and you know how to think outside the box, you will definitely make it in UK. Money dey this Country sha as far as you are ready to put in the work and cover as much shifts as possible.

I came in with a dependent visa cos my wife is a Student. Hence, I don't have restrictions when it comes to work hours I wish to work/cover.

This Country na for hustlers. As in, na for people wen get strength and energy to hustle. One good thing is that, we are being paid weekly.

But the truth is, abroad isn't for everyone. If you no fit hustle for naija, e go hard for you to fit hustle here. In other words, if you lazy for naija, you go lazy here too.

Be that as it may, moving to UK is not a decision every hardworking Nigerian would regret.

NB: If you come in with student visa, your work hours tends to be restricted though. Hence, I will advise your spouse should apply via student visa route, and you guys should come together so that you will have enough time to hustle since your visa wouldn't have work hours restrictions.

And again, I think the money you are able to make here is also a function of your location/city. There are places where their hourly pay rate isn't quite high but you will still have made some millions in naira at the end of the month.

Personally, relocating to the UK was one the best decisions I have made in life. No regret.

The bolded part in your writeup is what I always find strange; I am sorry but you are consciously misrepresenting the facts and exagerrating your own financial position. Stop telling people how much you earn in Naira. State it in pounds sterling, and tell us your expenditure. You are not earning in GBP and spending in Naira. It is quite misleading. Then we see how much you have left after all said and done. I lived in the UK for many years. I am a Software Solution Architect, after working many years as a Senior Developer. I am working remotely for 2 UK companies with daily pay of over 300GBP per EACH. But one decision I made was, I relocated to Nigeria. I am enjoying the two worlds. Making money in the UK while living cheaply in naija.

Do not get me wrong. It is not a bad thing to relocate but think, plan and strategise.

UK is expensive and not everyone will be in IT.

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Richie77: 6:06pm On May 24, 2022
Link me up with your 600k job before you go.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by jesmond3945: 6:09pm On May 24, 2022
Popemax:
Work in care home and do 12hr shift ,when you work 5days night In a week u would understand where you make that amount please I don't mislead anyone but japa is the best simple
thats 630 per week and 30k per year. Not what you stated before.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Nackzy: 6:10pm On May 24, 2022
charles009:
Hello Folks,

I need una inputs, I tried scanning through nairaland threads and I am getting more of technicalities and rules lol. I need real experiences. As everybody around me dey japa so I decided to give it a thought. I work with a fintech company and net a little over =N=600k monthly. I am considering relocating to either UK,Germany,New Zealand, Australia or Canada. I am married with four kids. They said study route is the best .

A few of my colleagues that travelled just dey dull my ginger. My Oga who nets over 750k, we spoke today and he is considering a security man job, and claims net pay is over 2M monthly. Biko I cannot come and kill myself.

My friend, we spoke this evening and he responded oboy make I no lie you, na shit i dey pack for here, the good news is they say it will always get better with time. What if person no come eventually become citizen, is it a must you go become citizen.

I don talk to over 10 persons today and they all saying everything is though. Me I don't like stress, where me and wify go dey overwork just dey pay bills. Ofcourse I no get strength for menial jobs, make one oyibo use me take dey shine lol....

I no get any exceptional skill, I be sales man ooo.

Would you advise I still gamble and go with family abi make I hold my job oooo.

Please, I would welcome suggestions and advise.


Thanks Guys
guy you dey earn 600k a month in this country Jesus Christ, first which kind job be that, let me tap into your blessings, can i do this kind of a job abeg show me way, abeg oooooo, my body dey shake, i swear life no balance
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Advision: 6:10pm On May 24, 2022
adedayoa2:
Go get your children a better life, what if you loose the 600k job tomorrow?

those saying Nigeria is better are either malicious are speaking from crass ignorance...
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by kaymart: 6:11pm On May 24, 2022
pansophist:


Yes for real. If you have other options, then Canada is not all that, unless you're going there straight from naija, then yes.
Tell me more pls...
I hear only goodies about CAN
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Advision: 6:15pm On May 24, 2022
Nackzy:
guy you dey earn 600k a month in this country Jesus Christ, first which kind job be that, let me tap into your blessings, can i do this kind of a job abeg show me way, abeg oooooo, my body dey shake, i swear life no balance

I earned more than that but I could do what I was able to do when I earned 200K+ about 7years ago, so its not about what you earn. Its about what you can do with it.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by mayo47(m): 6:15pm On May 24, 2022
And the higher cost of Living. The cost of a table water isn't the same in Nigeria & UK. You're better off in Nigeria. However, if we put the "quality of living" and "standard of living" in context. You'll be better off in UK in the long term if you develop a "feasible plan" today

kode12:
With all the info you've given, then it's best you remain in Nigeria, because it'd take a number of years to get that big boy lifestyle you're enjoying in Nigeria abroad. If you're going with 4kids, the cost of child care is going to be significantly higher that whatever it is you're paying in Nigeria at present.
Yes, though the student route is easiest, not all translate to permanent residency after school, so that level of uncertainty is there. You must open your mind to the possibility of packing sh*t, mopping floors, and doing other manual labour, you wouldn't have a choice anyways, esp with 4kids, moreso, with your limited number of work hours as a student, things will be initially rough, and madam will need to hustle too to balance the equation.
If you're ready to bend and endure the temporary pains though, there may be light at the end of the tunnel.
PS: Before they deceive you that they're earning 2Million in a month, ask them what their tax, rent and insurance etc is first.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by jesmond3945: 6:16pm On May 24, 2022
MT:


Op you are about to make the biggest mistake of your life and I will tell you why:

1. If you relocate via Visitor;s visa to the UK, you will suffer. The UK govt has tightened the rule to allow illegal immigrant to work. Even to rent a house, you must be a legal resident. There is a website where landlords will run a check on you. If the govt finds out that a landlord rents out a house to you or you work in a company as an illegal alien, the govt will heavily sanction the landord or the company.
So, illegal aliens are always at the mercy of legal resident to work or to rent a house. No matter what the legal resident does to you , you must endure it because he might withdraw all he is doing to support you. This is the website to check tenant's legal status before an apartment could be rented - https://www.gov.uk/check-tenant-right-to-rent-documents

2. If you go through student route, another big headache. Student route does not automatically lead to you being given resident permit. When you finish your course (after spending MILLIONS of naira before you get your visa), you will apply for a graduate route which is non extensible 2 years. Within this 2 years, you must get a job from companies who are licensed to hire foreign individuals. The job must be in certain professions on their shortage list which is heavily dominated by IT, Medicals and a bit of social science. And you must be paid certain minimum salary. This is the list of professions on shortage list as at today (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupations). Failure to secure jobs in any of these, you will be asked to leave with your dependants, if any. Do not forget that, the companies are looking for EXPERTS who can hit the ground running, and they are not limited to hiring from students in the UK . You are competing with everybody in that profession globally.

Lot of people want to circumvent the process by working as social worker. But be aware that not all social worker companies are licensed to bring in people. Moreso, Indians really dominate this industry, and you are competing with 80% of students that are coming in for a very limited space.

POINTS TO NOTE
1. Being a citizen does not guarantee good life in any country. Citizenship is different from making it in life. The values you can add anywhere you travel to will determine if you will realise your dream. People tend to mix possessing citizenship of a country to making it in life. Hell no. There are homeless among their own citizens

2. You are earning well in Nigeria. Try and invest on learning a transferrable skills and apply for jobs from Nigeria. While you are doing that, you can always visit any of these countries to see if you can even live there. Dont follow the crowd. A bird at hands is worth thousands in the bush. Some people over there will be happy to switch places with you based on what you earn.

3. Migration is never a bad thing, but plan well. Think well. A life can be ruined if done anyhow.

4. Stop converting money in Pounds sterling to Naira. If you earn in Pounds, you will still spend it in that expensive environment. Go and ask how much a room goes for in a month. Same amount can pay for a 3-bedroom flat in Nigeria for a year in most places in Nigeria.

5. It is only in Nigeria you can hire a driver, cook etc. The cost of baby minder alone will choke you over you!. Thats why a lot of people bring in their mothers to mind their kids for you. Mama is not going for holidaying but to work as a baby minder. Think if you have to leave and strategise.

My two cents.
*Pls Pardon my typo, if any*
good.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by kdfinest(m): 6:16pm On May 24, 2022
charles009:
Hello Folks,

I need una inputs, I tried scanning through nairaland threads and I am getting more of technicalities and rules lol. I need real experiences. As everybody around me dey japa so I decided to give it a thought. I work with a fintech company and net a little over =N=600k monthly. I am considering relocating to either UK,Germany,New Zealand, Australia or Canada. I am married with four kids. They said study route is the best .

A few of my colleagues that travelled just dey dull my ginger. My Oga who nets over 750k, we spoke today and he is considering a security man job, and claims net pay is over 2M monthly. Biko I cannot come and kill myself.

My friend, we spoke this evening and he responded oboy make I no lie you, na shit i dey pack for here, the good news is they say it will always get better with time. What if person no come eventually become citizen, is it a must you go become citizen.

I don talk to over 10 persons today and they all saying everything is though. Me I don't like stress, where me and wify go dey overwork just dey pay bills. Ofcourse I no get strength for menial jobs, make one oyibo use me take dey shine lol....

I no get any exceptional skill, I be sales man ooo.

Would you advise I still gamble and go with family abi make I hold my job oooo.

Please, I would welcome suggestions and advise.


Thanks Guys
well, many have given their input above but in case you wan still Japa abeg link me up o your job or if slot dey sef I for need am.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by jesmond3945: 6:18pm On May 24, 2022
InoGetJoy:

No I'm not talking about applying for job, I'm talking about the procedures and requirements that'll give me greater chances of getting the visa.
I already have a job. I work remotely. My employer is in the US and wants me to come over there and continue working. I'm asking for any ways that'll make the embassy more likely to issue me the visa
whats your stack.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by frozen70(f): 6:22pm On May 24, 2022
charles009:
Hello Folks,

I need una inputs, I tried scanning through nairaland threads and I am getting more of technicalities and rules lol. I need real experiences. As everybody around me dey japa so I decided to give it a thought. I work with a fintech company and net a little over =N=600k monthly. I am considering relocating to either UK,Germany,New Zealand, Australia or Canada. I am married with four kids. They said study route is the best .

A few of my colleagues that travelled just dey dull my ginger. My Oga who nets over 750k, we spoke today and he is considering a security man job, and claims net pay is over 2M monthly. Biko I cannot come and kill myself.

My friend, we spoke this evening and he responded oboy make I no lie you, na shit i dey pack for here, the good news is they say it will always get better with time. What if person no come eventually become citizen, is it a must you go become citizen.

I don talk to over 10 persons today and they all saying everything is though. Me I don't like stress, where me and wify go dey overwork just dey pay bills. Ofcourse I no get strength for menial jobs, make one oyibo use me take dey shine lol....

I no get any exceptional skill, I be sales man ooo.

Would you advise I still gamble and go with family abi make I hold my job oooo.

Please, I would welcome suggestions and advise.


Thanks Guys

Why not take one month leave, go and make your visibility studies and sample opinions overseas then gone back and decide

I will suggest you go alone because to survive as a family for first timers is not easy
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Nackzy: 6:22pm On May 24, 2022
Advision:


I earned more than that but I could do what I was able to do when I earned 200K+ about 7years ago, so its not about what you earn. Its about what you can do with it.

Kai bros, what kind of job is all this ones let me go and learn it even though i am already getting to 40 i can still start from scratch

You too you're earning more than 600...kai
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Spherical77(m): 6:24pm On May 24, 2022
andico34:
student route to Germany is the best if you can secure PhD scholarship ( German universities can give you direct PhD with just bsc if you have cgpa above 4.4) PhD route is 4 years on a net salary of 1700 euros monthly....if you can learn the German language and make at least A2 ...job pathway becomes easier...and once you can secure a job you are at most 2 years to securing permanent residency
nawa o, so no hope for person like me wey get 4.21CGPA? It is well o
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by frowland(m): 6:25pm On May 24, 2022
na2016:


Stop all these conversions. Say the amount he earns in £ as well. The UK isn't easy, especially when you have kids or where one party isn't working

Isn’t that exactly the point I made, or did you misquote my post?
Secondly, I was replying based on the context and don’t need to make any conversions to drive home my point.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by jogojogo: 6:26pm On May 24, 2022
My brother, what is a 600k in Naija really
I tell from a very practical experience. If you have your way, move to Canada. I bet you will NEVER regret it. I do not know about UK or other parts of Europe
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by jogojogo: 6:27pm On May 24, 2022
Please, tell those your friends to return home and observe their expressions
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Advision: 6:27pm On May 24, 2022
Nackzy:

Kai bros, what kind of job is all this ones let me go and learn it even though i am already getting to 40 i can still start from scratch

You too you're earning more than 600...kai

accounting started with a big4 consulting firm though. A chartered accountant generally earns well per Nigeria's situation and find more employment opportunities because almost all firms need a finance dept
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Aboguede(m): 6:31pm On May 24, 2022
Ur opinion!

It all goes down to individual preferences!

You are in America with most of ur families and maybe u were born there but that does not mean that u are better than many people in Nigeria including those who started from (0).

We all know about ur comparisons about Western world and Africa but one thing you fail to point out or maybe afraid to point out is (resism) even though it is also political just like we have also some in Africa but to be honest, most of u writing in favour of Western world always do so with some reserves and u can not deny it!

Africa and Nigeria is good in its current state and Western world is okay too so Las Las


CHOICE shocked



1stGenAmerican:


Trust me, most who go back to Nigeria complaining didn’t move back by choice.
You and Justwise present strong points and I advise anyone to be suspicious of people who complain about the developed countries they moved to.
If you visit any Nigerians here in the US (my paternal side included) you hear them complaining to family in Naija about bills and how hard things are then the moment they disconnect the call, they jump right back to loving and enjoying their new life.
The majority of people who complain aren’t legal and don’t have papers, are lazy, don’t want family back in Naija to ask for help migrating, or ask for money.

Real question: why do these monikers act like bills and taxes are curses and everyone abroad works around the clock, living a hard life of struggle? A nice, comfortable lifestyle costs and we enjoy the amenities funded with our taxes. Savings and investments are priorities to me but what good does having large amounts of money saved serve in an unsanitary, uncomfortable, and dangerous environment where one encounter can wipe savings dry? Serves no good at all.

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Albertone(m): 6:31pm On May 24, 2022
Klass99:

Before you japa watch a YouTube video of Wode Maya & Juliet (search for it on Youtube) to help you make an informed decision. Take your time to read the comments that follow as well, it is African diasporans sharing their truth and experiences.

Wode maya that hasn't worked in any other country asides Ghana and China undecided
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Kwestionair: 6:39pm On May 24, 2022
Look at them, why not stay and enjoy the bad leadership you all support. When people want this country to be disintegrated so that we can all face our regions and see what we make of it instead of championing that, we all start taking sides with our oppressors (evil government). Stay na since you support this type of animal kingdom
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Cutehector(m): 6:40pm On May 24, 2022
What sort of dumb question is this
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Aguogba(m): 6:41pm On May 24, 2022
charles009:
Hello Folks,

I need una inputs, I tried scanning through nairaland threads and I am getting more of technicalities and rules lol. I need real experiences. As everybody around me dey japa so I decided to give it a thought. I work with a fintech company and net a little over =N=600k monthly. I am considering relocating to either UK,Germany,New Zealand, Australia or Canada. I am married with four kids. They said study route is the best .

A few of my colleagues that travelled just dey dull my ginger. My Oga who nets over 750k, we spoke today and he is considering a security man job, and claims net pay is over 2M monthly. Biko I cannot come and kill myself.

My friend, we spoke this evening and he responded oboy make I no lie you, na shit i dey pack for here, the good news is they say it will always get better with time. What if person no come eventually become citizen, is it a must you go become citizen.

I don talk to over 10 persons today and they all saying everything is though. Me I don't like stress, where me and wify go dey overwork just dey pay bills. Ofcourse I no get strength for menial jobs, make one oyibo use me take dey shine lol....

I no get any exceptional skill, I be sales man ooo.

Would you advise I still gamble and go with family abi make I hold my job oooo.

Please, I would welcome suggestions and advise.


Thanks Guys
Like you, I left a nice paying job and moved abroad via same acada pathway. A simple piece of advice from me to you is as follows; " you do not make this move for yourself. It is for your children and their children's children." They'll always be thankful that you made the move as they're gonna have a better footing in life. Good luck!

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by obailala(m): 6:42pm On May 24, 2022
Okoroawusa:

You earn more than 600k in Nigeria and you are single yet you open your mouth to say that you are managing?

Make I no talk wetin dey my mind...mods fit ban me
For some persons, 600k may mean stupendous wealth, but for some others, it's poor, and they'd need to 'manage'.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by clintwine(m): 6:42pm On May 24, 2022
MT:


The bolded is the part that I always find strange; I am sorry but you are consciously misrepresenting the facts and exagerrating your own financial position. Stop telling people how much you earn in Naira. State it in pounds sterling, and tell us your expenditure. You are not earning in GBP and spending in Naira. It is quite misleading. Then we see how much you have left after said and done. I live in the UK for many years. I am a Software Solution Architect, after working many years a Senior Developer. I am working remotely for 2 UK companies with daily pay of over 300GBP per day for EACH. But one decision I made was, I relocated to Nigeria. I am enjoying the two worlds. Making money in the UK while living cheaply in naija.

Do not get me wrong. It is not a bad thing to relocate but think, plan and strategise.

UK is expensive and not everyone will be in IT.

@OP Listen to this Guy here and @MT.

stop listening to people that just migrated and think it is all rosy until the excitement clears.

I have lived in the UK for over a decade now and I am told my household income is in the top 85%(https://ifs.org.uk/tools_and_resources/where_do_you_fit_in) and I don't spend anyhow.
If I am in the top 85% and it's not that easy, I sometimes imagine what it is like for others.

Forget the enormous amount they tell you that you will be paid.
take away your tax first
(https://listentotaxman.com/) this is the real money that you have.

Divide your net income by 2 as half is most likely going to renting a house
Then you start taking out the other billings.

In your situation with 4 kids, except if they are in their teens, that is recipe for disaster.
The amount of stress you would be under and your wife would be under -- this causes a lot of rift in marriages
The top cause of divorce is not Adultery (https://www.howellslegal.co.uk/news/post/What-is-the-Most-Common-Reason-for-Divorce), they say it is unreasonable behavior, my brother money is the center of it all. when you can't provide as you have been doing, you become frustrated, the woman is frustrated and before you know it, everything goes downhill.

Oh lest I forget, why would a woman want to be suffering with you when with 4 kids she can claim single mother and the government will supply her needs.

If you were young, single or married with 1 child, I would have said come over but with 4 kids, please don't.

Instead, have savings, invest with your money, and save towards having your kids do Masters abroad.

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by BigBashiru: 6:54pm On May 24, 2022
Klass99:


Pls check out that video I mentioned, but most importantly read the comments, before you finally decide. It is very eye opening.

One troublesome nairalander claimed Africans in the diaspora were lying, but how can Africans from different countries, living in different locations all be lying about the same thing? Na plan?

Don't worry he may soon land here, he likes japa threads and believes Naija is a shithole grin. By his posts you will know him.

I think the best places to migrate to are other African countries.... these days there's ghana, Botswana, South Africa, Gambia, Egypt, Morocco, Uganda, Rwanda, to name a few.....

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by andico34: 6:54pm On May 24, 2022
Spherical77:
nawa o, so no hope for person like me wey get 4.21CGPA? It is well o
yes..... Germany is better than Canada
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Gemma11: 6:59pm On May 24, 2022
charles009:
Hello Folks,

I need una inputs, I tried scanning through nairaland threads and I am getting more of technicalities and rules lol. I need real experiences. As everybody around me dey japa so I decided to give it a thought. I work with a fintech company and net a little over =N=600k monthly. I am considering relocating to either UK,Germany,New Zealand, Australia or Canada. I am married with four kids. They said study route is the best .

A few of my colleagues that travelled just dey dull my ginger. My Oga who nets over 750k, we spoke today and he is considering a security man job, and claims net pay is over 2M monthly. Biko I cannot come and kill myself.

My friend, we spoke this evening and he responded oboy make I no lie you, na shit i dey pack for here, the good news is they say it will always get better with time. What if person no come eventually become citizen, is it a must you go become citizen.

I don talk to over 10 persons today and they all saying everything is though. Me I don't like stress, where me and wify go dey overwork just dey pay bills. Ofcourse I no get strength for menial jobs, make one oyibo use me take dey shine lol....

I no get any exceptional skill, I be sales man ooo.

Would you advise I still gamble and go with family abi make I hold my job oooo.

Please, I would welcome suggestions and advise.


Thanks Guys

You should compared your monthly living expenses in Nigeria to what you could potentially pay in the UK.

First off your monthly pay will deduct tax, national insurance and pension. So someone on £25k a year would take home around £1720 or someone on £30k will take home around £1963 From your pay after deductions

Rent
Council Tax
Gas & electric
Water
TV licence
Phone bills

Then you have to think about
Food & toiletries (toothpaste, washing powder,
Transport
clothing

Depending on how old your kids are, schools for ages 5-18 is free as are books, (text books can be borrowed from public libraries for free) pens etc but you would be responsible for school uniforms, shoes etc. When they reach 18 and wish to study the children themselves could apply for student loans a 3% which they only pay back when they earn above a certain amount.

Also note that when you go in as a student you are only allowed to work 20 hours (many find their way on that) but your partner can work unlimited hours.

So compare the above to financial comiitments and outgoings to Nigeria.
Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Genea(f): 7:01pm On May 24, 2022
charles009:
Hello Folks,

I need una inputs, I tried scanning through nairaland threads and I am getting more of technicalities and rules lol. I need real experiences. As everybody around me dey japa so I decided to give it a thought. I work with a fintech company and net a little over =N=600k monthly. I am considering relocating to either UK,Germany,New Zealand, Australia or Canada. I am married with four kids. They said study route is the best .

A few of my colleagues that travelled just dey dull my ginger. My Oga who nets over 750k, we spoke today and he is considering a security man job, and claims net pay is over 2M monthly. Biko I cannot come and kill myself.

My friend, we spoke this evening and he responded oboy make I no lie you, na shit i dey pack for here, the good news is they say it will always get better with time. What if person no come eventually become citizen, is it a must you go become citizen.

I don talk to over 10 persons today and they all saying everything is though. Me I don't like stress, where me and wify go dey overwork just dey pay bills. Ofcourse I no get strength for menial jobs, make one oyibo use me take dey shine lol....

I no get any exceptional skill, I be sales man ooo.

Would you advise I still gamble and go with family abi make I hold my job oooo.

Please, I would welcome suggestions and advise.


Thanks Guys
Don’t leave till you get a good job over there. I wish I never left my good job without a plan. I don’t tire to dey get regret mail. You are in tech, do remote jobs na

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Re: Should I Leave My Job And Japa To The UK by Legendoo: 7:02pm On May 24, 2022
Long and short. E no easy anywhere . Na god dey bless. Also anyone can fail or make it anywhere.

What differentiates abroad from Nigeria is the orderliness and system.

The same orderliness and system is what restricts people abroad and the lack thereof in Nigeria is what allows people to make it big in naija.

All in , you will enjoy life better in Nigeria if you get money, and enjoy better abroad if you're average or poor.

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