New Zealand is moving selected visa categories away from paper applications, affecting foreign applicants in those groups, according to Tuko. The report frames the shift as a process change rather than a new eligibility rule and advises applicants to check whether their category is included before submitting. Details on who is affected and required steps were not specified in the feed.

The United Kingdom has increased the maintenance funds that international students, including Nigerians and other African applicants, must show to qualify for study visas, with the new requirements taking effect from September 2025. According to Legit.ng, the higher monthly financial thresholds are intended to align the funds required from international students with the levels applied to domestic student loans. The change raises the financial bar for prospective students from Nigeria and across Africa seeking to study in the UK.

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.

Ten years after Brexit, Al Jazeera analyzes the changes in the UK through various maps and charts, highlighting how the initial promises of a better Britain have not materialized as expected. The data reveals a different narrative regarding the impacts of Brexit on the nation.

New Zealand has outlined the categories of international students who are not permitted to take up employment while holding a student visa, according to a report by Legit.ng. The guidance clarifies which student visa holders are excluded from working under the country's current immigration rules. The move is intended to make the conditions attached to student visas clearer for international students considering study in New Zealand, though specific details of the restricted categories were not provided in the report.

Canada has provided detailed information regarding the requirements for obtaining a visitor visa, including eligibility criteria, associated fees, processing times, and necessary documentation for individuals intending to make temporary visits to the country.