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Everything you need to navigate life between Africa and Europe.

Find clear, practical information for living, working, studying, travelling, building a business and understanding your rights — with links to the official authorities and services you need.

“Tell Abiora what you need. We find the right official information, explain it simply, and take you to the correct place.”

Common situations

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Your Life Hub

Suggested starting points for your situation.

  • Passport & ID

    Apply, renew or replace your national passport and identity documents.

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  • Immigration & Residence

    Residence permits, renewals, family reunification and long-term status.

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  • Embassies & Consulates

    Find the mission that covers your city, book appointments and reach consular help.

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  • Housing

    Renting, contracts, deposits and housing support where you live.

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Know Your Rights

Know your rights wherever you live.

Understand your rights, know what steps you can take, and find the official resources that can help.

What are my rights? Do they apply to me? What should I do? Who can help? Where can I verify this?

Explore Your RightsCommon situations

Life navigation

Practical categories for everyday situations. Every topic points to the responsible official authority.

Passport & IDApply, renew or replace your national passport and identity documents.

  • Passport application

    Verified against official source

    Applications are handled by your country's immigration service, usually through the embassy or consulate where you live.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Passport

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Passport renewal

    Verified against official source

    Renewals are normally booked online and finished in person. Start before your passport expires.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Passport

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Lost or stolen passport

    Verified against official source

    Report the loss to local police first, then contact your consulate about a replacement or emergency travel document.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Passport

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Damaged passport

    Verified against official source

    A damaged passport usually has to be replaced rather than renewed. Your consulate confirms the process.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Passport

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • National ID / NIN

    Verified against official source

    Where a national identity number exists (for example NIN in Nigeria), diaspora enrolment is handled by the national identity authority.

    Source: National Identity Management Commission (Federal Government of Nigeria) — NIMC

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Emergency travel document

    Verified against official source

    Issued by consulates for urgent travel home when you have no valid passport.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Passport

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

Embassies & ConsulatesFind the mission that covers your city, book appointments and reach consular help.

  • Find your embassy or consulate

    Verified against official source

    Use the official ministry of foreign affairs directory of your country to find the mission covering your city.

    Source: Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Appointments

    Verified against official source

    Most consular services are appointment-only and booked on the mission's official portal.

    Source: Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Consular emergency

    Verified against official source

    Missions publish an out-of-hours emergency contact for arrest, hospitalisation or death of a national.

    Source: Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

Immigration & ResidenceResidence permits, renewals, family reunification and long-term status.

  • Residence permit

    Verified against official source

    Residence permits are issued by the national immigration authority of the country where you live.

    Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (Department of Homeland Security) — USCIS

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Permit renewal

    Verified against official source

    Renewal windows usually open months before expiry. Late applications can affect your status.

    Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (Department of Homeland Security) — USCIS

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Long-term residence

    Verified against official source

    Long-term or permanent status usually depends on continuous legal residence.

    Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (Department of Homeland Security) — USCIS

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Naturalisation

    Verified against official source

    Naturalisation normally requires years of legal residence, language ability and a clean record.

    Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services — USCIS — Citizenship

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Family reunification

    Verified against official source

    Family reunification is an immigration procedure with income, housing and status conditions.

    Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services — USCIS — Family

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

HousingRenting, contracts, deposits and housing support where you live.

  • Renting a home

    Verified against official source

    Tenancy rules, deposits and required documents vary by country and city.

    Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development — HUD

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

Work & EmploymentContracts, payslips, work authorisation and employment support.

  • Work authorisation

    Verified against official source

    Whether you may work depends on your permit category, not on your employer.

    Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (Department of Homeland Security) — USCIS

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Public employment services

    Verified against official source

    Public employment agencies offer free job search, training and rights information.

    Source: United States Department of Labor — U.S. Department of Labor

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Worker rights

    Verified against official source

    Minimum wage, contracts and dismissal rules are set by law and apply to foreign workers too.

    Source: United States Department of Labor — U.S. Department of Labor

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

Business & Company SetupStructures, registration, documents, costs and the official registration authority.Open
HealthcareRegistering for care, insurance cover and finding a doctor.

  • Healthcare registration

    Verified against official source

    Most countries require you to register with the public health system before routine care.

    Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (U.S. Federal Government) — HealthCare.gov

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

EducationSchool enrolment, studying, diploma recognition and student status.

  • Schools for children

    Verified against official source

    School enrolment is usually organised by the municipality or local education authority.

    Source: United States Department of Education — U.S. Department of Education

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Higher education

    Verified against official source

    Universities set their own admission and recognition rules for foreign qualifications.

    Source: United States Department of Education — U.S. Department of Education

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

Driving & TransportLicence exchange, driving rules and everyday transport.

  • Exchanging a licence

    Verified against official source

    Some foreign licences can be exchanged within a limited period after arrival.

    Source: U.S. General Services Administration (USA.gov) — USA.gov — Motor vehicle services

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Getting a licence

    Verified against official source

    Otherwise you take the local theory and practical tests.

    Source: U.S. General Services Administration (USA.gov) — USA.gov — Motor vehicle services

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

TravelTravel documents, visas for trips home and border formalities.

  • Travel documents

    Verified against official source

    Check passport validity rules and any exit/entry paperwork before booking.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Passport

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Visa information

    Verified against official source

    Visa rules depend on your nationality and residence status. Only the destination authority can confirm them.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Visa

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

  • Transit information

    Verified against official source

    Some routes require a transit visa even when you do not leave the airport.

    Source: Nigeria Immigration Service (Federal Government of Nigeria) — Nigeria Immigration Service — Visa

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    Last verified: 27 August 2026

Telecom & UtilitiesPhone lines, internet and household utility contracts.

Information not yet available.

Emergency & HelpKnow which official authority, professional or organisation to contact.Open
Moving Between CountriesA single checklist for a move — documents, status, home, work, money and rights.Open

Start a Business

Structures, eligibility, registration, documents, costs, taxes and the official registration authority where you live.

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Get Around

Find buses, trains, flights and local transport wherever you are.

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Get Around

Moving Between Countries

One checklist for the whole move. Open each area to see what to prepare and who decides.

Emergency & help

Find the right place to ask. Abiora separates official authorities, qualified professionals and community organisations.

Choose where you live above to see the official authority for each route.

  • Immigration help

    Start with the national immigration authority. For complex or urgent cases, a qualified immigration lawyer or a recognised migrant support organisation can advise.

    • Official authority
    • Professional assistance
    • Community / non-profit
    ⚖️ Know your rightsEmergency & help

  • Legal help

    Bar associations publish directories of licensed lawyers, and many countries offer means-tested legal aid.

    • Professional assistance
    • Official authority
    ⚖️ Know your rightsEmergency & help

  • Government services

    Municipality and national service desks handle registration, benefits and civil documents.

    • Official authority
    ⚖️ Know your rightsEmergency & help

  • Embassy & consulate

    Your own country's mission handles passports, civil documents and consular emergencies.

    • Official authority
    ⚖️ Know your rightsEmergency & help

  • Healthcare help

    Public health services and registered clinics. Emergency care does not depend on your paperwork.

    • Official authority
    • Community / non-profit
    ⚖️ Know your rightsEmergency & help

  • Social support

    Recognised charities and diaspora associations help with food, housing, language and orientation.

    • Community / non-profit
    ⚖️ Know your rightsEmergency & help

Official sources first

  1. 1.Government authority
  2. 2.Embassy / consulate
  3. 3.Official public authority
  4. 4.Official regulatory authority
  5. 5.Official public service
  6. 6.Qualified professional resources

Abiora is an information-navigation service. Abiora is not a government authority, immigration authority, lawyer, tax adviser or doctor.

Abiora Life Hub provides general information to help you understand your options and find the right official resources. Requirements can change. Always confirm important information with the relevant authority or qualified professional.