Living in Nigeria as an expatriate

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Located in West Africa, Nigeria is a promising destination for expatriates. The country enjoys the second largest economy of Africa, offering job opportunities to highly skilled expats wishing to work here. Oil is the main sector but professionals can also fin career prospects in finance, telecommunications, IT or NGO sectors.

Expats usually live in big cities, companies generally providing housing in compounds.

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Visas Work visas; residence permits
Work Labour market; finding a job
Accommodation Renting or buying property
Bank Opening and managing a bank account
Health care Public and private healthcare
Removal Moving; useful tips
Choose the best health insurance
Protect your health and get easy access to treatment for expats in Nigeria.
Plan your international move
Facilitate your move to Nigeria by getting a quote from our top rated movers.
Open a bank account that suits you
Discover the best international banks to manage your money securely.
Send money overseas at the best rate
For fast, safe and secure money transfers to and from Nigeria.
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Work

Find your dream job and take your career to an international level. Apply to the vacancies available.
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Offers

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Lagos

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TECHNICO COMMERCIAL

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Lagos

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PHP Full-Stack Developer

Developer

Lagos

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System Engineering Manager

Mechanics

Port-Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria

3 months ago

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Housing

Browse the Nigeria housing ads and find the perfect accommodation
Housing Q&A's
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Ads

3 days ago

4 Bedroom Fully Detached Duplex For Sale
Lagos

3 days ago

140,000,000 NGN

2 months ago

Clayhall: 3 Bedroom Luxury Residence

2 months ago

1,500,000 NGN

2 months ago

Clayhall: 3 Bedroom Luxury Residence
Lagos

2 months ago

1,550,000 NGN

2 months ago

Black's Diamond: 2 Bedroom Apartment with a private cinema
Lagos

2 months ago

280,000 NGN
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