UK, Australia, Japan Release Work Visa Occupation Lists

The United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan have released official information detailing occupations that qualify for their respective work visa programmes. The UK government has published a list that categorizes jobs into higher-skilled, medium-skilled, and ineligible roles, updated on July 22, 2025.

Eligible roles span management, healthcare, engineering, technology, and more. To obtain a UK Skilled Worker visa, applicants must secure a job offer from an approved employer, obtain a certificate of sponsorship, and meet salary and other visa conditions.

Australia offers a Subclass 189 visa, allowing skilled workers to apply for permanent residence without employer or state sponsorship, contingent on meeting specific eligibility criteria. Japan has established a programme to recruit foreign nationals, although details on specific occupations were not fully provided in the article.

Understanding these occupation lists is crucial for Nigerians and other Africans considering relocation, as inclusion does not guarantee visa approval.