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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Shikena(m): 12:41pm On Jul 25, 2023

You want him to be enjoying his $3k a month until "Nigeria" happens to him abi? I call Nigeria the grandmaster of mirage where anything can change in a moment.

ednut1:
Its not worth it. Stay back in Nigeria .

I japa to Canada 3 years ago sha, just applied for citizenship. With my Canadian passport i know my unborn children wont face all the uncertainties in Nigeria. I work for one of the top 3 biggest banks in the world with opportunities to work in the USA if i chose to which increases my salary by over by 25%. I still have the opportunity to come back to Nigeria to take up senior management positions, or to work in UAE, singapore and other better places

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by braine(m): 12:41pm On Jul 25, 2023

Its absolutely worth it.

You need to create choices/options not just for yourself but for your offspring.

You dont really want to be tied to this country forever.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by RosyIsBlessed: 12:41pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

Have you not wondered why most rich Nigerians do not go there to stay permanently? It's better to earn in $ and £ in Nigeria and spend it here. Na here that dollars and pounds go make huge sense because of how devalued naira is to dollars and pounds.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Rutherford2019: 12:42pm On Jul 25, 2023

My advice
I have lived in UK for 4yrs and currently in Texas with my family
Don't japa yet but be ready to japa
Only few people earn #3000 abroad
No nurse or Doctor earn that kind of money abroad unless it's an agency work
It will take you 5+yrs to settle abroad and you will be doing more of menial jobs, infact #3000 is nothing in UK or US
Save up about half of your salary in dollar and be ready to japa when you lose your job but so far you are in this your current position my guy enjoy it while it last
There's nothing abroad even oyibo people use to wonder why we are coming over there because it's not easy for them
NB don't invest the money in Nigeria just be saving up in dollars because you will need it later

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Creamcrest(m): 12:42pm On Jul 25, 2023

Diego35M:
There's nothing outside these countries, but hardship.

And Nigerians are enjoying right?

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by olarent: 12:43pm On Jul 25, 2023

Stay put in the country that amount is oke for you to have a good life with ur family.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Dotherightthing: 12:43pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

USD3000 is more valuable in Nigeria than the US.

This should help you make a good decision

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by OkCornel(m): 12:44pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

Well, if you’re young (20s to early 30s), it’s worth it. In your case for the exposure to other cultures and cross collaborations…yes.

Also, look beyond yourself. Your immediate family (wife and kids), so they can have options as well. And raise them in a secure and sane environment.

My advice to the japarians is to have the best of both worlds. Africa and Overseas.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by SeriouslySense(m): 12:46pm On Jul 25, 2023

i thought everything that has to do with computer and development is yahoo yahoo (village people are not in the chats), grin

mickeyenglish:
When you have a skill that's indispensable universally, then it's worth it..

Re: Is Japa Worth It? by FreeStuffsNG: 12:46pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

smh. Those who have never stepped foot outside Nigeria be advising you. O ma şe o.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Softhands(m): 12:46pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

If you must relocate, consider African countries with very good security, broadband internet network (5G possibly), steady electricity and finally Where your 3k will look like 300million monthly.

And if you decide to stay... Consider Agricultural value Chain.... Alot of raw produce but not much value addition.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Ynix(m): 12:46pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

My advice to you don't rush to travel.
If you are earning $3000 save up for schooling with the intention of landing a high income job.
Also consider looking at becoming a SCRUM MASTER, TAKE COURSES AROUND PROJECT MANAGEMENT, MONITORING AND EVALUATION AND NECESSARY CERTIFICATION. IF YOU CAN DO THAT WHILE HERE, IT WILL HELP YOU LAND BETTER JOBS WHEN YOU ARE THERE.
ALSO, DO YOU BEST TO BE ABLE TO AFFORD TO FUND YOUR PERSONAL EXPENSES IN THE FIRST 2 TO 3 MONTHS.

YOU CAN ALSO CHOOSE TO BECOME A LOCAL AUTHORITY IN YOUR FIELD AND MAKE EXTRA CASH FROM TEACHING WHAT YOU KNOW.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by lagonovo: 12:47pm On Jul 25, 2023

Creamcrest:
And Nigerians are enjoying right?

Re: Is Japa Worth It? by upsupa(m): 12:47pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

Depends on your circumstances and your discipline. You can make a decent living in the US and UK if you are focused and disciplined enough to improve and develop your current skill-set. At your age japa is manageable and you have 30 years or more of work life to plan for. Abroad life is level, what you achieve yourself is what you will have. Public Infrastructure is provided for everyone. Naija life is full of ups and downs and the ones that can achieve the ups enjoy it but the downs can be real low.

Analyze your circumstances well and you can make an informed decision

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by cl0r0x: 12:47pm On Jul 25, 2023

The world's future is Tech. Go out there, explore and try to build a brand. Develop something unique and you may never have to work again.
A software engineer simply need to be creative, look around for something you can engineer and bum.

Re: Is Japa Worth It? by worldclass68(m): 12:47pm On Jul 25, 2023

MT:
Op, many people use kids to console themselves after they have seen how miserable they have become abroad.

Kids have their lives, you have yours. How many parents can even afford the good private schools abroad?. How many percentage of our kids are in grammar school abroad?. Most schools that Nigerian kids attend abroad are far below average but the parents don't even know in as much as there are white kids attending same schools.

How many parents can eat in good restaurants with their kids? How many parents can even travel with their families to other countries for vacationing? Most Nigeria families abroad do not even enjoy the goodies of life abroad, they can only look at them but can't afford to pay to experience them.

Don't get tripped by "I am doing this for my kids" scheme.

Another way to look at it sha......well said

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by phemmyfour: 12:48pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

You're earning in dollars, stay here. Only those earning in naira should be thinking of Japa.

Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Larsvegas: 12:49pm On Jul 25, 2023

BigDawsNet:
The short answer is YES!!!

Don't let me lie for your... your have very high possibilities of having a great life and especially for your born and unborn kids...

It's a tru investment to be honest! But the little issues is that JAPA is now extremely expensive....

You best option should be study or work visa...

If you hav the money.. pls go for it....

More info : I actually di t read the part where you mentioned you earn around $3k/m in Nigeria...
If I'm to advice base on that... pls STAY.. you hav a decent salary bro... wot are u looking for...

The life u gonna life as a 3k earning in naija.. someone abroad earning dat same 3k wouldn't be able to live it... you will simply enjoy luxury life...

Just stay out and work on vacations only

wat is d process involved in getting a work visa

Re: Is Japa Worth It? by LegacyB: 12:49pm On Jul 25, 2023

Hmmm even if you earn 5k I will still advise you go
1. What’s the future security of that Job. We know things aren’t flexible and stable over here.
. What about the future of the little ones coming in future. Yes Nigeria would be good in future but home is home bro. You can’t rely on that. Get that second passport for your kids.
3. The Comparative difference in exchange rate would reduce over the years.
4. Why not take your career to the next level with the lastest technology and a better learning environment.
5. Security isn’t top notch aboard but peace of mind is at least better there.
I could go on and on pls Japa……
I had this worry too and it really delayed me when I slowed down in making my decision. Best of luck!

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by MT: 12:50pm On Jul 25, 2023*

Op, lastly consider where the advice is coming from.

Abroad is a step up for most people that have travelled; I meant Individuals that couldn't even get a visitor's visa to any country on a norm. Individuals that were roaming about in Nigeria doing nothing before they managed to squeeze through. Of course, getting to abroad, wearing leather jacket, snapping pictures with whites at the background will be the ultimate for such.

Conversely, think about individuals in the same league as you, their perspectives will be different. Their definition of success will be top notch and not premised on frivolities.

What are the qualities of those whites that some individuals mix with over there. Most of these white are not educated, not skilled or exposed. They are mostly the worst of the whites. You will see a skilled, educated Nigerian snapping pictures with such individuals, and still feeling on top of the world, simply because they are both working in a factory. You will see such pictures littering their Facebook pages.

Your skills dictate to you that you should live differently than this. You should roll with the best of the whites, which you are currently enjoying remotely.

Op, ask again, what quality of individuals are advising you. Iron should sharpeneth iron.

Enough said

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by lagonovo: 12:50pm On Jul 25, 2023

Dotherightthing:
USD3000 is more valuable in Nigeria than the US.

This should help you make a good decision

Contingency plans nko? If a policy suddenly stops the USD3000 from flowing monthly? That's a more important part of making good decision.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by headboyprince(m): 12:51pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

i see people telling you to stay in Nigeria... Really with all that is happening in Nigeria you still want to stay.. huh

even your politicians and super rich men japa at every slight opportunity...

the only reason they havent fully relocated is because they make their money in Nigeria... except you're making that your money in Nigeria, it's best to leave..

this country has no future.. think about your future...you can lose your job tomorrow.

you mustn't go to the U.S or U.K, you can go to a small country, with stable power supply, good water supply, and security... then invest your money....

your life and future is more important than anything.. Nigeria isn't even safe a single bit..

there.. those telling you abroad is expensive are all liars.. things are more expensive in Nigeria when you factor in standard of living and inflation ... tell them to come back home to Nigeria if they think abroad is too expensive and watch them snub you... grin

a word they say is enough for the wise... you

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by alyarmouk(m): 12:51pm On Jul 25, 2023

Come to victory estate, ago okota I go give you 2 months free for ur choice house to rent....if u no like an u can leave ..if u like am pay 2 yes n appreciate me. Light the is not less than 18hrs/day lived here over 7yrs.

michlins:
Earn dollar and spend Naira. Guy nothing sweet pass am. Just find a very good estate and secure your apartment.

Run solar and inverter system for power,get a health insurance scheme from a very good hospital and live your best life here in Nigeria

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by upsupa(m): 12:51pm On Jul 25, 2023

Ynix:
My advice to you don't rush to travel. Good advice
If you are earning $3000 save up for schooling with the intention of landing a high income job. Good advice
Also consider looking at becoming a SCRUM MASTER, TAKE COURSES AROUND PROJECT MANAGEMENT, MONITORING AND EVALUATION AND NECESSARY CERTIFICATION. IF YOU CAN DO THAT WHILE HERE, IT WILL HELP YOU LAND BETTER JOBS WHEN YOU ARE THERE. NO. Do DevOps or Back end development and IAAS. PM and Scrum Master have low barriers to entry and the competition is great. Language and accent will be an initial issue
ALSO, DO YOU BEST TO BE ABLE TO AFFORD TO FUND YOUR PERSONAL EXPENSES IN THE FIRST 2 TO 3 MONTHS. 6 Months is more advisable

YOU CAN ALSO CHOOSE TO BECOME A LOCAL AUTHORITY IN YOUR FIELD AND MAKE EXTRA CASH FROM TEACHING WHAT YOU KNOW.

Re: Is Japa Worth It? by slowice(m): 12:52pm On Jul 25, 2023

So you know that over 80% of Nigerians don't earn half of what you earn monthly but many of them are still balling.

Dude you are blessed and still young. Gather up, grow, invest, expand and enjoy.

Omo you are on soft.

Re: Is Japa Worth It? by OVB123: 12:52pm On Jul 25, 2023

Fsboperator2:
Only if it's the US.

Canada and UK nah scam.

Germany is cool but there is the German work ethics and OCD that will drive you mad.

Avoid EU entirely because like Canada and UK, it's a tax plantation.

Australia and New Zealand are fcked beyond repair.

Thank me later

Unfortunatelly most Nigerians, do not know this. They think that traveling oversea is the best thing to open to them. People are also suffering down there.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by intruder15(m): 12:52pm On Jul 25, 2023

michlins:
Earn dollar and spend Naira. Guy nothing sweet pass am. Just find a very good estate and secure your apartment.

Run solar and inverter system for power,get a health insurance scheme from a very good hospital and live your best life here in Nigeria

The guy no know wetin God do for am.
Earning CEO salary while working here in Nigeria where most things work in his favour. If e plan well, in 4 years e go own estate.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by Dotherightthing: 12:54pm On Jul 25, 2023

lagonovo:
Contingency plans nko? If a policy suddenly stops the USD3000 from flowing monthly? That's a more important part of making good decision.

Anything can happen anywhere.

Let's learn to live one day at a time.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by GeneralPula: 12:54pm On Jul 25, 2023

hazinibones:
Hello Nairalanders,

I have this decision bothering me. I know it is a personal problem, but I believe everyone need some guidance at every point in life.

Straight to it, I have been considering Japa for over two years now and I think the opportunity might be here but I am having a cold feet.

I recently started working for a foreign company as a software engineer and the pay is decent when converted to Naira. Enough to live an averagely comfortable life. But my challenge now is that, I have been talking to some friends that are outside the country and they keep telling me how life is not easy there and cost of living is super expensive out there.

I currently earn $3000, which I plan to either save and travel or startup a business here in Nigeria. Please, Nairalanders with experience, is it worth japa to live an almost average life for almost the rest of your life or investing here in Nigeria and growing wealth?

The healthcare and quality education benefit is there as an advantage for japa though.

Thanks in advance for your responses!

You have no need to travel bro..
Find better apartment for Island and be living your life..

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by qtguru(m): 12:54pm On Jul 25, 2023

I just want the second passport not neccessarily to Japa.

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Re: Is Japa Worth It? by AskNgige2: 12:54pm On Jul 25, 2023

Dimaya:
check the video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAiqIyuG0hM

Omo this mk sense

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