Australia has outlined the duration and work rights attached to its 2026 student visa for eligible foreigners. According to Tuko, the guidance explains how long international students may remain in the country on the visa, how the duration is determined, and the official application cost. The information is aimed at prospective students planning to study in Australia, clarifying the conditions tied to their stay and permitted work during their studies.

Germany has published the full list of 12 countries whose citizens are eligible to work in the country without needing to provide proof of their qualifications for employment, according to Legit.ng. The announcement outlines the specific nations covered by the policy, which eases entry into the German labour market for workers from those countries. The report did not specify the countries named on the list or the reasons behind their inclusion in the arrangement.

Canada has announced that citizens of 17 popular countries may now be eligible to travel to the country by air using an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) instead of a traditional visa. According to Legit.ng, the update applies to air travellers from the named nations, potentially simplifying entry requirements for eligible visitors. The eTA is an electronic screening document linked to a traveller's passport, and the announcement forms part of Canada's efforts to streamline travel procedures for visitors from selected countries.

The Pacific island nation of Nauru has opened its embassy in Jerusalem, becoming the ninth country to establish its diplomatic mission in the city, according to Al Jazeera. The move places Nauru among a small group of states that have relocated or opened embassies in Jerusalem, a city whose status remains contested between Israel and the Palestinians. Most countries maintain their embassies in Tel Aviv, regarding Jerusalem's final status as subject to negotiation.

Nairametrics reports on ten countries that have introduced immigration, visa, or travel reforms in the first half of 2026, potentially facilitating easier travel, work, relocation, or long-term residency for Nigerians. These changes aim to support Nigerians seeking opportunities abroad.

The United States has published a list of 19 countries whose citizens are not eligible for the DV-2026 Diversity Visa programme, commonly known as the Green Card Lottery. According to Tuko, the programme offered 51,850 Green Cards and attracted more than 20 million applications. The ineligibility list affects prospective applicants from the named nations seeking permanent residency in the US through the annual lottery system.