Migration Visas - Live and Work in Canada & Australia

Orihu Emmanuel

We provide immigration services to Canada.

Canada is one of the nicest and most peaceful place in the world. It is a popular destination for many people around and world. Many Nigerians apply for visit or live in Canada every year. Canada receives over 200,000 visitors yearly. Whether you want to visit Canada or live and work in Canada, Law and Visas can assist you with visiting or living in Canada.

Types of Canada Visa

1 Canada Family Visit Visa / Parent and grandparent super visa

2 Canada Business Visitor Visa

3 Canada Work Permit – Live and Work in Canada

4 Canada Immigration - Express Entry Program

5 Migrate to Canada under Permanent Residence Program [ Express Entry ]



Migrate to Australia.

Types of Australia Visa

    Australia Visitor visa

    Family Visit Visa to Australia

    Australia Business Visa

    Medical Treatment visa

    Live and Work in Australia

    Apply for Australia visa




We can help you live and work in Australia.

Working in Australia.

Many Nigerians are permitted to work in Australia. The type of work visa you apply for will be dependent on your purpose of visiting Australia.

Types of Working Visas to Australia.

Temporary Work (Short Stay Activity) visa (subclass 400)

Temporary Work (Long Stay Activity) visa (subclass 401)

Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)

Special Program visa (subclass 416) for the Seasonal Worker Program

Temporary Work (Entertainment) visa (subclass 420)

Temporary Work (Skilled) visa (subclass 457)

Australia Sponsored/Nominated work visas :

Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)

Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa (subclass 187)

Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188)

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Apply for UK, US, Canada, Australia and more World Visas

Orihu Emmanuel

We provide our clients with honest and straightforward advisory and legal service regarding all issues with UK immigration.

UK Visas

Our UK Immigration Visa services include:

Visiting and family Visa application
Marriage Visa application
Student Visa application
Point base (Tier) Visa application
Interview preparation
Visa refusal appeals
Training

US Visas

If you are in Nigeria, you will need a visa to visit the United States. The type of visa you apply for will depend on the purpose of your visit in the United States.

These are the different type US visa common in Nigeria.

B Visa [B1 /B2] - This is the visa category for Tourist, Medical and Business visitor

F1 Visa – Student visa

K-3 Spouse of U.S. Citizen Visa

K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa

L-1 Intra- Company Transfer Visa

J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa

O-1 Extraordinary Ability Worker

H-1B Specialty Work Visa

H-2B Temporary Work Visa

E-1/E-2 Investor Visa [Contact us for more info]


Canada Visas

We provide immigration services to Canada.

Canada is one of the nicest and most peaceful place in the world. It is a popular destination for many people around and world. Many Nigerians apply for visit or live in Canada every year. Canada receives over 200,000 visitors yearly. Whether you want to visit Canada or live and work in Canada, Law and Visas can assist you with visiting or living in Canada.



Our Canada Immigration Visa services include:

Travel Visa application form processing
Skilled worker application
Permanent residency Visas
Documentation checks
Eligibility Requirement checks
University admissions & Student Visa
Immigration legal advice


Types of Canada Visa

1 Canada Family Visit Visa / Parent and grandparent super visa

2 Canada Business Visitor Visa

3 Canada Work Permit – Live and Work in Canada

4 Canada Immigration - Express Entry Program

5 Migrate to Canada under Permanent Residence Program [ Express Entry ]


South Africa visas

South Africa has become a popular destination for many Nigerians. Nigerian citizens require visa to visit South Africa.

South Africa visitors’ visas are for people who wish to visit South Africa on a temporary basis for tourism or business purposes for a period of 90 days or less.

South African visitors’ visas may be granted for:

visits to family or friends and also for tourism purposes
business purposes
spouse to join a spouse who is in South Africa on a work or study permit
children to join parents who are in South Africa on work or study permits
fiancée/ fiancé to join his or her partner with the intension of marrying within 90 days
study purposes (max stay 3-months)
charitable or voluntary activities
research
conferences
to work in the production of an movie or show (i.e. in the entertainment industry)
for medical purposes (max stay 3-months)
sport events
Apply for South Africa visa through Law and Visas.



Australia Visas

Types of Australia Visa

    Australia Visitor visa

    Family Visit Visa to Australia

    Australia Business Visa

    Medical Treatment visa

    Live and Work in Australia

    Apply for Australia visa

Australia Travel Visa from Nigeria.

In Nigeria, a Visitor Visa is required for Nigerians who wish to travel to Australia.  The common type of visas application from Nigeria to visit Australia are the - Visitor visa (subclass 600). Australia Visitor Visas are for tourism purposes (including holidays, recreational activities and visiting family and friends) and some business purposes (including attending a conference, negotiation or an exploratory business visit).


Contact us if you want us to find out the appropriate type of your visa for specific situation.

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Executive Housekeeper Needed In South Atlantic

Orihu Emmanuel

EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER

Executive Housekeeper position available in Daytona Beach!

Hyatt Place Daytona Beach - Oceanfront

3161 South Atlantic Avenuenull Daytona Beach Shores FL 32118
Posted: Feb 8, 2019


Summary

Responsible for supervision of housekeeping and maintenance staff, labor and cost controls of the housekeeping department, and ensuring exceptional condition and cleanliness of all guest and public areas at all times. Provides excellent guest service in an efficient, courteous professional manner; ensuring that all housekeeping and maintenance personnel do the same.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education & Experience:

Experience as an executive housekeeper for a high quality branded hotel is preferred.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Physical Requirements:

Must be willing and able to work as early as 6am and on weekends on a weekly basis.
Long hours sometimes required dependent upon the immediate housekeeping needs of the property.
Heavy work – Ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally, and up to 20 pounds constantly.
Ability to stand and during entire shift, including using the stairs when necessary.
Skill Requirements:

Plan efficiently to maximize use of time and effort.
Evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
Work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
Work responsibly and diligently while unsupervised, and while supervising others.
Follow all hotel procedures and policies.
Organize to maintain logs, checklist, inventories, procedures, and schedules.
Basic computer experience in order to pull and compile daily reports, compose emails, and maintain spreadsheets.
Possess management skills required to interview, train, coach, motivate, counsel, discipline, and terminate employment without assistance.
Must be able to perform all payroll tasks for the housekeeping and maintenance departments including scheduling, punch maintenance, employee tracking, pay rates, and error correction.
Duties & Functions:

Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
Manage and coordinate the activities of the entire housekeeping team to ensure the safe, timely, efficient, and comprehensive cleaning of guest rooms and areas each day.
Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and arranging training for all new housekeeping and maintenance employees.
Recognize, reward, show appreciation, and take disciplinary action when appropriate for all housekeeping and maintenance team members.
Maintain written documentation regarding staff development including monitoring the training of new associates and assessing the continued performance of all current staff in the housekeeping and maintenance departments.
Inspect all areas of the hotel including guest rooms, public space, offices, storage closets, equipment rooms, grounds, etc to ensure outstanding cleanliness, sanitation, brand, and all health/safety standards are met.
Track and store all lost and found items from guest rooms and hand off items to the front desk for mailing if requested.
Maintain the necessary inventory of items required to effectively operate the housekeeping department. This includes and not limited to: guest loaned items (cribs, microwaves, refrigerators, etc.), cleaning supplies, linens, and uniforms.
Coordinate housekeeping with all other hotel departments and harmonize the housekeeping response to guest needs as relayed by the front desk.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).
Report and respond to emergencies and unusual situations immediately, as a manager representing the property.
Other duties reliant upon the immediate needs of the hotel.
This position is at a location where Hyatt is not the employer. The employer of individuals working at this hotel may be a third-party management company that is responsible for all employment benefits and obligations at this location.

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United Kingdom Scholarships For Foreign Less Privilege African Students

Orihu Emmanuel

koll created the Skoll Foundation in 1999 to pursue his vision of a sustainable world of peace and prosperity.
Led by CEO Sally Osberg from 2001 to 2018, and now led by Interim President Richard Fahey, our mission is to drive truly transformative change—equilibrium change—by supporting the social entrepreneurs who recognize the systems in need of change and then advance social progress by developing powerful models for change that disrupt a suboptimal status quo and transform our world for the better.
By identifying the people and programs already bringing positive change around the world, we empower them to extend their reach, deepen their impact, and fundamentally improve society on a local to global scale. Since 1999, the Skoll Foundation has led the charge for social entrepreneurship, buoyed by the knowledge that social entrepreneurs are the world’s best bet for solving some of world’s thorniest problems
The Skoll Foundation has invested approximately $470 million worldwide, including the Skoll Award to 128 social entrepreneurs and 106 organizations on five continents
Said Business School
MBA Degree
Deadline: 7 Sept/2 Nov 2018
Study in: UK
Course starts Sept 2019
Brief description:
The Skoll MBA Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for incoming MBA students who pursue entrepreneurial solutions for urgent social and environmental challenges. The Scholarship provides funding and exclusive opportunities to meet with world-renowned entrepreneurs, thought-leaders and investors.
Host Institution(s):
Said Business School at University of Oxford, UK.

Field of study:
Full-time Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Number of Awards:
Up to 5 every year
Target group:
Home/international students
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The scholarship covers the full costs of tuition and college fees for the MBA programme as well as partial living expenses based on need, up to an additional £8,000.
Eligibility:
1. Entrepreneurial action
• You have identified opportunities and taken action in order to make positive social impact
• You have spent preferably at least 3 years driving change through entrepreneurial approaches. For example, you could have:
– Started or grown a social venture
– OR led the expansion of a social impact initiative within an organisation
– OR been tackling a specific social/environmental issue, through a core thread that unites your work
2. Creating impact with a focus on systems change
• You can demonstrate the outcomes and impact of your entrepreneurial action
• Your impact addresses unjust systems and practise in your area of work
3. Personal qualities of a social entrepreneur
• You are a force for positive change
• You are single-minded and persistent, with a willingness to fail and start again
• You have bias toward action
• You have a tendency to explore your environment for opportunities and resources
• You have a willingness to take personal, and sometimes financial, risks
• You develop networks and leverage members to pursue mutual goals
• You have apprenticed with the problem* or experienced the problem you are trying to solve
4. The Oxford MBA is critical to your career trajectory
• You can demonstrate why business education is essential in helping to develop your work/impact at this stage
5. Financial need
• You are in a position where the cost of the programme is a significant financial burden
• You can demonstrate the need for the Scholarship (for example, due to previous work experiences or personal circumstances)
Application instructions:
To apply for the Skoll Scholarship, you first need to apply and be accepted onto the Saïd Business School’s MBA programme. Candidates must apply in stages 1-2 of the MBA admissions process for the 2018-19 academic year.
To be considered for the scholarship, you must tick the “Skoll Scholarship” box when you submit your MBA application. Once you’ve received confirmation that you have been accepted onto the MBA programme, the Skoll Centre will send you a link to the Scholarship online application which you will need to complete. The deadlines for Stage 1 and 2 admission rounds are 7 September 2018 and 2 November 2018 respectively.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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U.S. Work Visas and Eligibility Requirements

Orihu Emmanuel

Your work visa is your legal permit to be employed in the United States of America, provided you are a foreign national interested in employment in the U.S.

There exist a number of work visa types obtainable for non-American who wish to work in the United States, as well as green cards (permanent residency), temporary work visas, seasonal work visas, and exchange worker visas.

The kind of visa you may be qualified for will be based on the type of work you do, whether you have a rapport with an employer, and, in some cases, your nationality.

There are guidelines for obtaining authorization to work in the United States and these differ based on the type of visa and its eligibility requirements.

It is imperative to remark that the prerequisites and information on each type of U.S. work visa, together with eligibility and requirements, as well as information on how to apply for visa requirements, can vary at any time.

4 So we’ve made available links to government resources, which will be the most dependable means of getting updated information on restrictions, quotas, and procedure for a green card and visa applications.

what’s a U.S. work visa is all about and why you should need one?

It may interest you to know what’s a U.S. work visa is all about and why you should need one? A visa is a document that offers you approval to travel to and be admitted to the United States.

As a non-American national you must usually first obtain a U.S. visa before visiting, working, or immigrating to the U.S. The visa presents entry to the U.S. and, based on the type of visa acquired, may provide eligibility for employment in the U.S.

Having a visa does indicate a consular officer at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate has determined you are eligible to seek entry for the specific purpose listed on the visa but does not guarantee entry to the U.S. You can obtain your Visas obtained from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate that is neighboring to your residence abroad.

Apart from the annual lottery program that provides a limited number of green cards for successful applicants, it is possible to become a permanent resident (Green Card holder) of the United States through a job or offer of employment, with some categories demanding a certification from the U.S.

Department of Labor to prove that there are not enough U.S. workers who are capable, eager, competent, and accessible in the geographic area where the immigrant is to be employed and that no American workers are put out of place by foreign workers.

In addition, there are particular job types that may facilitate you to get a visa depending on your current or past employment history. For instance, first preference (EB-1) is precedence workers, as well as “foreign nationals with astonishing aptitude in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletic”.

Exceptional professors and researchers; or certain multinational managers and executives also may fall into this category.”

You can visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services for more information on how to apply for a Green Card.

Green Card Lottery Programs


Although eligibility is limited for natives from some countries, there is usually an opportunity for prospective immigrants to obtain the status as a permanent legal resident of the USA.

This is possible through the annual green card lottery program (Diversity Immigrant Visa Program). This yearly program which entails a randomly selected lottery process known as “Green Card Lottery”, offers 50,000 “Green Cards” to its applicants.

The procedures for each year’s diversity program are posted in the eligible country list. Less than a percentage of applicants are chosen to undertake the process, which comprises background confirmations.

 Exchange Visitor Visas


Interestingly, some visas permit visitors to experience life in the U.S., before coming back to their home countries with an admiration for the American way of life and routine.

U.S. Exchange Visitor (J) non-immigrant visas are available for individuals permitted to take part in work and study-based exchange visitor programs

Per the state department, entitled categories of visitors for this visa type comprises of au pairs, professors, scholars, teachers camp counselors, college students, interns, physicians, and trainees.

 Temporary Work Visas (Non-Agricultural)


In cases where there is a deficiency in the figure of home laborers to occupy the position, U.S. temporary Non-Agricultural (H-2B) Visas are available for non-US workers in non-agricultural sectors to work in the United States. H-2B visas are usually employed for non-permanent jobs, nevertheless not agricultural – for instance, jobs at Ski Mountains, hotels, beach resorts, or amusement parks.

Presently, there is a limit 66,000 a year on the number of employees who are offered this type of visa. You can visit U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, to learn more about recent requirements and limits.

Temporary Worker Visas (Skilled Workers)


The H1-B visa empowers non-American workers to work for a specific employer in the United States just on temporarily basis. U.S. H1-B non-immigrant visas are for experienced, knowledgeable individuals engaged in specialized occupations.

You must have an employee-employer rapport prior to applications, work in a definite in-demand specialty occupation, and have an earning higher than the customary earnings for that job.

There is a limit of 65,000 H1-B visas available each year. You can visit the USCIS website which comprises the latest instructions and forms for H1-B visas.

 Seasonal Agricultural Worker Visas


In situations of deficiency of domestic workers, US Seasonal Agricultural Worker (H2-A) Visas are obtainable for foreign agricultural workers to work in the United States on a recurrent or non-permanent basis.

Luckily, there’s an abundance of supplementary information on H2-A visas, together with eligibility and requirements. See the USCIS website, for more about the program process and requirements

 Eligibility to Work in the United States


Moreover, getting a permit to work, which is formally referred to as an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is vital in order to prove you are eligible to work in the United States when you have obtained the appropriate visa. The document presents verification to employers that you are officially allowed to work in the U.S.

information on Employment Authorization Documents and how to acquire, renew, or replace them are imperative.

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How To Get A Green Card Through A Job Offer

Orihu Emmanuel

Second, to family-sponsored green cards, employment-based green cards are the most popular way for entrepreneurs to gain legal residence in the United States.

Despite this ever-growing popularity, there are stringent regulations in place intended to filter applicants based on their skill set as well as the current needs of U.S. job market.

With that being said, there are effective strategies and ways to improve your chances of getting an employment-based green card through a job offer or other entrepreneurial endeavor. In this post, we’ll explore the best techniques for getting a green card through a job offer as well as tips to sponsor a foreign national, as a U.S. based employer.

Understand the Various Employment Categories

Each year, 140,000 visas are allocated for employment-based immigration visas. Within the broader category, however, are five preference categories. The first step in the process of learning where exactly you fit in.

First Preference (EB-1): Individuals with extraordinary ability, outstanding professors or researchers and international executives.
Second Preference (EB-2): Professionals holding advanced degrees or those with exceptional abilities.
Third Preference (EB-3): Skilled workers or professionals holding a least a bachelor’s degree.
Fourth Preference (EB-4): Individuals who fall under the ‘special immigrants’ category.
Fifth Preference (EB-5): Investors who invest between the U.S. $500,000 and $1,000,000, (depending on the employment rate) in a venture that creates a minimum of ten new jobs for citizens and/or permanent residents.
This a very basic outline of the five preference categories. There are many other qualifications which come into the equation, but it’s best to consult with an immigration attorney to get the details.

What happens when there are more qualified applicants than a category permits?

When this happens, the category is considered “oversubscribed” and the immigrant visas will be issued in chronological order until the category is reached.

Employers: Take the PERM Process Seriously

If you’re on the other end of the equation, as a sponsoring employer seeking a foreign national there are a number of hoops to jump through initially. One of the most important steps to complete the PERM Labor Certification process. This step, completed before the green card process, ensures the government that there are no willing and able citizens available to take the position. Here are three useful tips to accomplish it:

Create a Detailed Job Description for the Prevailing Wage

The DOL requires employers, during the PERM process, to send a job description so that they may conduct the necessary tests and determine the prevailing wage. When creating the job description, do your best to be focused in the position’s responsibilities and duties while still remaining conversational.

Industry-specific jargon should be avoided, especially since the DOL inspector may not understand it. In some instances, if your description is not sufficient, the inspector may request more information which inadvertently will cause delays.

Be Proactive with Posting Job Advertisements

Another important requirement, as the sponsoring employer, is to place ads in certain recruitment channels including:

State Workforce Agency (SWA) for 30 days
Two consecutive Sunday editions of a local newspaper
OR

A relevant professional journal
Internal job posting (in-house) for 10 consecutive business days
Maintain Records of all Advertisements and PERM Documents

It’s crucial to keep records of all PERM related documents and advertisements. The DOL has suggested that approximately 30 percent of petitions will be audited so if you are selected, it’s imperative to have all the necessary paperwork on hand. Cases that are not audited by the DOL but via electronic applications will normally receive a decision within 5-6 months after filing.

Applying for a Work Permit

An alternative course of action to work in the U.S. while your Immigration Petition for Permanent Residence or I-485 is pending is an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). There are a few factors that would make you eligible for an EAD, according to USCIS.

You may have work authorization resulting from your non-immigrant status, authorization to work for a specific employer due to your non-immigrant status or fall in a category which permits you to file. The best course of action really depends on your long and short-term goals for employment. If your desire is to work in the U.S. but not necessarily establish permanent residence, you may want to consider an EAD.

Seek Aid From a Qualified Immigration Lawyer

Whether you are a foreign national seeking permanent residence in the U.S. or a domestic employer looking to hire qualified employees from overseas, it’s always advised to consult a professional immigration lawyer. There are other immigration green card options available if you do not meet any of the aforementioned criteria.

For instance, the Green Card Lottery Program is held each year and provides 55,000 green cards to randomly selected applicants. Another possible path may be through family-based sponsorship or marriage to a U.S. citizen. Again, perform due-diligence by discussing all of your options with knowledgeable immigration professional.

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Miss Lucy Is Searching For Hotel Housekeeper (Day Shift)

Orihu Emmanuel

Guest Room Attendant cleans Hotel Rooms and Common Hotel areas while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties

Maintain a high quality of guest service according to Jacobs Entertainment, Inc. Mission Statement and F.A.S.T. Track Values Statement.
Clean Guest rooms to the high level of standards that have been set by the Hotel
Clean all common areas of the Hotel to the high level of standards that have been set by the Hotel
Maintain a safe and clean Housekeeping Cart
Proper use of cleaning supplies and proper labeling of cleaning supplies being used
Clean RV Park Bathrooms and Laundry facilities if needed
All duties as a Houseperson if needed
Thorough knowledge of applicable Company and departmental policies and procedures as well as the willingness to learn and follow any policy or procedure that may be introduced in the future
Following proper Hotel procedures for lost and found items
Adhere to all appearance and uniform standards
Maintain an open line of communication with Management
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor during all interactions with guest, fellow Employees, and Vendors.
Ability to accept performance feedback in a professional manner
Regular attendance and arriving on-time to all scheduled shifts and meetings is considered an essential function of the job
Other duties as assigned


General Job Responsibilities and Duties

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following F.A.S.T. Track Principles:


Friendliness

Offer a warm greeting to everyone you encounter with a smile and eye contact.
Practice mutual respect by dealing honestly in all interactions.
Use genuine listening skills and offer sincere responses.
Promote positive interactions with both external and internal guests through sincere greeting and communications.
Be approachable, listen and lead by example.
Accountability

Be proactive and positive.
If I don’t know, I’ll find out and if we don’t have it, I’ll try to get it.
Support and practice the F.A.S.T. Track Principles from the executive level to the front line staff level.
Acquire knowledge, training and education. Communicate it to all employees.
Service Excellence

Anticipate our guests’ needs before they ask.
Contribute ideas and solutions to improve customer service.
Escort our guests rather than point.
Take personal pride in the quality of your work.
Actively seek feedback from our guests concerning our service and atmosphere.
Team Work

Share and explain information.
Great teams consist of great performers.
Create a culture of two-way communication with employees and guests.
Be courteous, kind and patient with each other.

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