Thousands are looking to immigrate to Canada each year for various reasons. Learn the various pathways of immigration to Canada from Nigeria, including temporary residency, employment, business immigration, or family sponsorship.
Nigerians began immigrating to Canada during the 1967–1970 Biafra War and increasingly became a popular pathway. So popular, Nigerians coming to Canada became the fourth-leading group to bring immigrants to Canada after India, China, and the Philippines. In the 2016 Census, 51,800 people identified themselves as Nigerians, with over half living in Ontario. You can find Nigerian Canadians also settling in provinces including:
Alberta
Manitoba
Quebec
From 2015 through to the end of 2019, the number of Nigerians becoming new permanent residents in Canada more than tripled, rising from 4,090 to a high of 12,600 in 2019, just before COVID-19 hit Canada.
Nigerian Community in Canada
Canadian immigration has been a popular choice for middle-class Nigerians due to several reasons. Those individuals are given opportunities based on their prior work skills and a chance to make the move long term. For many Nigerians, the move to Canada gives their children access to better education and the future opportunities that come with it.
Immigration Opportunities
Foreign nationals from Nigeria have moved to Canada through a variety of pathways, the most popular being employment and family class sponsorship. Through the Canadian immigration programs that fall under these categories, as well as a few more, an individual may apply to become a Canadian permanent resident and begin their new fresh start!
Working in Canada
Skilled workers migrating to Canada may be eligible to apply for permanent residency under the Express Entry based on a few factors. Within this program, one may apply under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, or one of the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). Each of these programs has unique requirements. Immigrants may also apply for visas as investors or entrepreneurs within business immigration. Speaking to Chugo Immigration Service will be helpful in determining eligibility, as well as which program is best for each individual.
Family Sponsorship
Immigrants with family members already residing in Canada who are permanent residents or citizens may immigrate under the sponsorship of these relatives. Therefore, having a parent, grandparent, child, or spouse in Canada may be beneficial to certain individuals hoping to immigrate. Speak to an immigration specialist to learn more about the family sponsorship pathway, and to help determine your eligibility.
Study Permits
Canada is one of the world’s most desired countries for higher education. Every year over 150,000 international students immigrate to Canada for a temporary period while they’re in school. Many foreign nationals decide to study in Canada as a pathway to permanent residency. There are many programs allowing international students to obtain a Candian job during their studies, and receive a work permit following their studies. After graduation, you could be eligible for permanent residency!
Useful Resources for Nigerian Canadians in Canada
Nigerian Canadian Association – The Nigerian Canadian Association is a non-profit community-based organization that addresses the integration, education, health, housing, social services, culture, and economic development needs of Nigerian Canadians, and other immigrants in Canada
Igbo Union of Canada – An organization for Igbo-speaking groups living in Greater Toronto in efforts to celebrate indigenous culture.
Nigerian-Canadian Association of Calgary (NCAC) – The Nigerian-Canadian Association of Calgary (NCAC) is a non-profit and non-political association established in January 1993, with its center of activities and headquarters based in the NE of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Nigeria High Commission – The Nigerian High Commission in Ottawa offers consular and visa services to Nigerian Citizens and intending visitors to Nigeria.
Optimize your chances of success to immigrate to Canada from Nigeria!
What are your options for Canadian Immigration? You can consider any of the following pathways to Canadian Immigration:
Chugo Immigration Service is authorized to offer Canadian Immigration and Citizenship services under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. The Principal Consultant, Pius Chukwuma Ekwulugo RCIC, is a member in good standing of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) and has helped many foreigners to start a new life in Canada. We will help you too!
For effective and diligent legal help regarding Canadian Immigration matters, we partner with Weekes Law Office.
WHAT DO I DO NEXT?
Are you looking for an immigration pathway to Canada? If you do not know where to look and how to start, we invite you to book an eligibility consultation with us. We will prepare an individualized assessment report for you and guide you on your immigration journey to Canada.
We advise you to complete the assessment questionnaire now in order to properly plan your application.
Immigrate to Canada from Nigeria
Thousands are looking to immigrate to Canada each year for various reasons. Learn the various pathways of immigration to Canada from Nigeria, including temporary residency, employment, business immigration, or family sponsorship.
Nigerians began immigrating to Canada during the 1967–1970 Biafra War and increasingly became a popular pathway. So popular, Nigerians coming to Canada became the fourth-leading group to bring immigrants to Canada after India, China, and the Philippines. In the 2016 Census, 51,800 people identified themselves as Nigerians, with over half living in Ontario. You can find Nigerian Canadians also settling in provinces including:
From 2015 through to the end of 2019, the number of Nigerians becoming new permanent residents in Canada more than tripled, rising from 4,090 to a high of 12,600 in 2019, just before COVID-19 hit Canada.
Nigerian Community in Canada
Canadian immigration has been a popular choice for middle-class Nigerians due to several reasons. Those individuals are given opportunities based on their prior work skills and a chance to make the move long term. For many Nigerians, the move to Canada gives their children access to better education and the future opportunities that come with it.
Immigration Opportunities
Foreign nationals from Nigeria have moved to Canada through a variety of pathways, the most popular being employment and family class sponsorship. Through the Canadian immigration programs that fall under these categories, as well as a few more, an individual may apply to become a Canadian permanent resident and begin their new fresh start!
Working in Canada
Family Sponsorship
Study Permits
Useful Resources for Nigerian Canadians in Canada
Nigerian Canadian Association – The Nigerian Canadian Association is a non-profit community-based organization that addresses the integration, education, health, housing, social services, culture, and economic development needs of Nigerian Canadians, and other immigrants in Canada
Igbo Union of Canada – An organization for Igbo-speaking groups living in Greater Toronto in efforts to celebrate indigenous culture.
Nigerian-Canadian Association of Calgary (NCAC) – The Nigerian-Canadian Association of Calgary (NCAC) is a non-profit and non-political association established in January 1993, with its center of activities and headquarters based in the NE of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Nigeria High Commission – The Nigerian High Commission in Ottawa offers consular and visa services to Nigerian Citizens and intending visitors to Nigeria.
Optimize your chances of success to immigrate to Canada from Nigeria!
What are your options for Canadian Immigration? You can consider any of the following pathways to Canadian Immigration:
Chugo Immigration Service is authorized to offer Canadian Immigration and Citizenship services under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. The Principal Consultant, Pius Chukwuma Ekwulugo RCIC, is a member in good standing of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) and has helped many foreigners to start a new life in Canada. We will help you too!
For effective and diligent legal help regarding Canadian Immigration matters, we partner with Weekes Law Office.
WHAT DO I DO NEXT?
Are you looking for an immigration pathway to Canada? If you do not know where to look and how to start, we invite you to book an eligibility consultation with us. We will prepare an individualized assessment report for you and guide you on your immigration journey to Canada.
We advise you to complete the assessment questionnaire now in order to properly plan your application.
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