UK work visa applications from Nigeria increased by 1,581% between 2019 and 2023

The number of study and work visa applications from Nigeria to the UK has significantly increased, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. Although study visa applications dropped by 24% in 2023, they peaked at 124.8k in 2022.

Work visa applications reached a high of 92.7k in 2023, increasing three consecutive years from 2021.

Source:

UK Home Office

Period:

2005 - 2023
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