The United Kingdom has increased the number of organisations licensed to sponsor workers on the worker and temporary worker immigration routes.

According to checks by Legit.ng, the latest list, updated on Friday, August 23, 2024, has 119,195 approved companies. This indicates that 5,276 new companies have now been added to the approved list compared to the 119,195 approved as of May 2024.

A breakdown shows that the approved companies are in technology, commerce, education, media and advertisement, and engineering sectors, among others.

Interested Nigerians are advised to visit the listed company’s website and search for available vacancies.

According to the UK government, a Skilled Worker visa allows you to come to or stay in the UK for an eligible job with an approved employer.

UK government, in a note on its website, said:

“The skilled worker route includes charity workers, skilled workers, creative workers, global business mobility: senior or specialist workers, and international sportspersons….[CONTINUE READING HERE ▶▶]

“You must have a job offer from an approved UK employer before you apply for a Skilled Worker visa. Approved employers are also known as sponsors, because they are sponsoring you to come to or stay in the UK.”

Here are some of the companies listed

10Bit FX Limited
10Bit FX Limited
10Pearls Ltd
10X Banking Technology Services Ltd
11 2 11 Ltd
11 Berkeley Street Limited
11 Group Limited
111 By Nico Ltd
111 Skin Limited
114 GPS Ltd T/A Sushi Atelier
1177 Retail Limited
11and12 Limited
11Eleven UK Enterprises Ltd

Earlier, TheNGblog reported that a Canadian province is looking for skilled workers from all over the world, including Nigeria, to fill open positions.

Those who meet the criteria will have an easier chance to obtain a visa at the Canadian embassy in Nigeria.

Reports show that 42,500 workers, or 23% of the province’s workforce, are set to retire in 2023.