Why choose TIS

Our positioning is built on the guarantees and support structure our clients tell us matter most.

Tested International Service (TIS) is an international education consulting firm registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). We facilitate and give professional support to those looking to study, work and live in Canada, the UK and Schengen countries, along with a growing list of destinations across Oceania, the Gulf and the Indian Ocean.

We work closely with clients throughout their journey — from the first consultation, through admission and visa processing, to the day they land and settle into a new country. Our approach is built around a simple idea: international relocation should feel guided, not confusing.

What we do

• Study abroad consultation and admission support across Canada, the UK, Schengen Europe, Australia and New Zealand
• Visa and immigration application support for study, work and visitor pathways
• Proof of Funds facilitation to help meet financial requirements
• International flight booking and travel planning
• Airport pickup, drop-off and arrival support
• Nigerian international passport application and renewal support

Our approach

Immigration and admission decisions are always made by the relevant institution or government authority — TIS's role is to prepare you for the strongest possible application and to stay with you through every stage of the process, including after you arrive.

We help students identify suitable institutions and programs based on their academic profile, destination and career goals — then carry that application through from first enquiry to offer letter, funding and pre-departure preparation. TIS does not claim partnerships with specific universities; we work with the destination and institution that genuinely fits your profile.

What's included

• Study abroad consultation
• Destination selection
• Course and program selection
• Institution selection
• Admission application support
• Document preparation
• Document checking
• Application submission support
• Offer and admission guidance
• Tuition payment guidance, including flexible plans
• Pre-departure support

Destinations covered

Canada, United Kingdom, Schengen/European destinations, Australia and New Zealand. View study abroad destinations →

TIS supports clients through study permit, work permit and visitor visa applications across our destination countries. Every visa or immigration decision is made by the relevant government authority — our role is to help you put together a complete, accurate and well-documented application, and to guide you through the process from start to finish.

How TIS supports your visa application

• Reviewing your profile against the visa category that fits your goal
• Document review and preparation guidance
• Application form guidance
• Appointment and booking support where applicable
• Interview preparation
• Tracking your application status
• Guidance on next steps if more information is requested

Visa information by country

We keep detailed, regularly reviewed visa information for each destination TIS supports. Browse destinations →

Many study and visa applications require you to show proof that you can financially support yourself abroad. TIS helps clients meet this requirement — we assess the amount required for your specific destination and visa category, guide you on the documentation needed, and support you in funding your account within 48 hours, subject to eligibility and the terms agreed with your consultant.

How it works

• We confirm the exact proof of funds figure required for your destination and visa category
• We guide you on the documentation your bank or financial institution will require
• We support you in funding your account within a 48-hour target, subject to eligibility and terms
• We help you present your financial evidence in the format your visa application requires

Once your admission or visa is confirmed, TIS handles the travel side — booking your international flight and planning your journey so you arrive prepared, not stressed.

What's included

• International flight booking
• Travel consultation
• Destination planning
• Flight itinerary assistance
• Departure planning
• Arrival planning

Landing in a new country for the first time is easier with someone waiting for you. TIS coordinates airport pickup and drop-off so you're never navigating an unfamiliar arrivals hall alone.

What's included

• Airport pickup
• Airport drop-off
• Arrival coordination
• Transportation assistance
• Accommodation arrival support

Before you can travel, study or work abroad, you need a valid international passport. TIS supports clients through the Nigerian international passport process, guiding you on documentation and tracking your application through to collection. TIS is not the Nigeria Immigration Service — we provide guidance, documentation support and follow-up so your application moves smoothly.

What's included

• New international passport application support
• Passport renewal support
• Guidance on required documentation
• Application submission support
• Status tracking and follow-up

Studying in Canada

A study permit application starts with a Letter of Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada's (IRCC) official list.

Most applicants outside Quebec now need a Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL) confirming a place within that province's international student cap — though master's and doctoral applicants at public institutions have been exempt from this requirement since January 2026.

You'll need to show proof of funds covering tuition, travel and living costs. IRCC's reference figure for living costs for a single applicant has been above CAD 22,000 per year since September 2025, and is reviewed periodically — TIS confirms the current figure with you before you apply.

Depending on your country of origin, a medical exam, police certificate and biometrics may also be required.

Working in Canada

Most Canadian work permits require a genuine job offer from a Canadian employer, often supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

Canada periodically runs targeted programs for occupations such as caregiving, which can include a route toward permanent residence for eligible applicants who complete the required Canadian work experience. These programs are reviewed and adjusted by the Canadian government from time to time, so TIS confirms current intake status and eligibility with you before you commit to a pathway.

TIS Canada Caregiver 2-Year Work Visa package

Visa support, accommodation, shuttle support, job placement, and support toward a pathway to permanent residence. Terms and eligibility apply, and immigration pathways are ultimately set by the Canadian government.

Arrival and settling in

TIS arranges accommodation support on arrival in Canada and airport pickup, and stays with you through your first weeks as you settle in.

Studying in the UK

The Student route requires a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a Home Office licensed student sponsor, evidence of financial funds, and, for many applicants, payment of the Immigration Health Surcharge. TIS helps you build a complete, compliant application around your CAS.

Working in the UK

The Skilled Worker route is the UK's main sponsored work visa. It requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a Home Office licensed employer, a role at the required skill level, and a minimum salary — the general threshold rose to £41,700 a year from mid-2025. From 8 January 2026, new Skilled Worker applicants must also meet English proficiency at CEFR level B2. TIS checks current thresholds with you before you apply, since these figures are reviewed by the UK government.

Visiting the UK

The Standard Visitor visa allows stays of up to six months for tourism, business or short courses, but does not permit work. A UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is now required for many visa-exempt travellers, with full enforcement in place since February 2026.

Short-stay Schengen visa (Type C)

The Schengen short-stay visa covers tourism, business, family visits and short courses of under 90 days. It allows a maximum stay of 90 days within any rolling 180-day period, calculated across all Schengen countries combined — not per country.

You'll typically need travel insurance with at least €30,000 in medical coverage, proof of accommodation, proof of sufficient funds, and a clear, documented purpose for your trip.

Planning a longer stay

If your goal is to study, work or settle in a Schengen country for longer than 90 days, you'll need a national long-stay (Type D) visa from that specific country rather than a short-stay Schengen visa. TIS helps you identify which route actually fits your goal before you apply.

Studying in Australia

The Subclass 500 Student visa requires a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a CRICOS-registered institution, meeting the Genuine Student requirement, an accepted English test score, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of your visa.

You'll also need to show financial capacity — the government's living-cost reference figure is currently above AUD 29,000 per year, reviewed periodically, in addition to tuition and travel costs. Student visa holders can generally work part time during term and full time during scheduled breaks.

Working and migrating to Australia

Graduating students can move on to a Temporary Graduate visa, and many later pursue Australia's points-tested General Skilled Migration program. TIS helps you plan a study-to-work pathway from the outset rather than figuring it out after you arrive.

Studying in New Zealand

The Fee Paying Student visa requires an Offer of Place from an NZQA-recognised institution, evidence of funds — the government's reference figure is currently around NZD 20,000 per year for tertiary study — plus tuition and travel costs, and standard health and character checks. Most full-time students can work part time during term and full time during scheduled breaks.

After you graduate

Graduates of approved qualifications can apply for a Post-Study Work Visa, and Immigration New Zealand has been expanding graduate work options, including a new Short-Term Graduate Work Visa. TIS tracks these changes and advises on the option that fits your qualification level.

TIS New Zealand 2-Year Freelance Work Visa package

Professional support, visa application, airport pick-up, accommodation support and job placement. Terms and eligibility apply.

Working in Oman

Oman operates an employer-led sponsorship system. A licensed Omani employer must obtain labour clearance from the Ministry of Labour and sponsor your Employment Visa before you travel. Applicants are generally expected to be between 21 and 60 years old, and must provide a police clearance certificate and pass a medical fitness examination.

The standard Resident Work Visa is valid for 2 years and is renewable, subject to continued employer sponsorship.

TIS Oman 2-Year Freelance Work Visa package

Airport pick-up, accommodation, medical insurance ID, job placement, and a 48-hour processing target for the parts of the process within TIS's control. Terms and eligibility apply.

Working in Kuwait

Kuwait operates under the kafala (sponsorship) system. Every foreign worker needs a confirmed job offer from a Kuwait-registered employer, who applies for your work permit through the Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) before your residence permit (Iqama) is issued.

You'll typically need an attested set of educational certificates, a medical fitness report from an approved clinic, and a police clearance certificate authenticated in your home country. There is no self-sponsored or freelance work visa route in Kuwait — sponsorship is always employer-led.

Working in Qatar

Qatar's Work Residence Permit is employer-sponsored. Your employer registers you with the Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Labour, and after you arrive you'll complete a medical exam and biometric registration before receiving your Qatar ID (QID) — your primary residence and work document.

Qatar's labour reforms between 2020 and 2026 removed the exit permit requirement for most private sector workers, meaning you generally only need a valid passport and QID to travel internationally once you're settled.

Working and living in Mauritius

The Occupation Permit (OP), issued by Mauritius's Economic Development Board, combines work and residence authorisation into a single permit for foreign professionals employed under a Mauritius employment contract. It's subject to a minimum salary threshold that varies by role and sector, along with relevant qualifications and a genuine employment contract.

Separate Self-Employed and Investor Occupation Permit categories exist for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to operate independently in Mauritius rather than work for a local employer.

Working in Armenia

Most foreign nationals need both a work permit and a residence card to work legally in Armenia. Your employer, who must be a legally registered and compliant Armenian company, files the application on your behalf through the government's online platform, workpermit.am.

Requirements typically include a signed job offer or employment contract, a passport copy, passport-sized photographs, and payment of a government fee. Once approved, you receive a combined work-and-residence card valid for up to a year, which is renewable.

A major reform is underway

Armenia is in the middle of a significant immigration overhaul rolling out through the second half of 2026, introducing a new short-term Work Entry Visa (up to 120 days per calendar year) that is set to become a required first step before applying for a longer work-based residence permit, alongside a move to fully online applications. Because these rules are actively changing, TIS confirms the current process and requirements with you before you apply.

Working in Cabo Verde

To work legally in Cape Verde, you generally need a long-stay visa obtained before travelling, followed by a work permit (Autorização de Trabalho) issued through the Direção-Geral do Trabalho once you're in the country. You cannot enter as a tourist and then apply for work authorisation from inside Cabo Verde — the correct visa category has to be requested from a Cape Verdean embassy or consulate before you depart.

You'll need a signed employment contract with a Cape Verde-registered employer, proof of your relevant qualifications, and in many cases evidence that the role could not be filled locally. Once your work permit is granted, you apply for a residence permit (Autorização de Residência), generally issued for one year and renewable, tied to your employer and the island where the business is registered.

Visiting Japan as a tourist

Nigerian passport holders need a visa for every visit to Japan, including tourism — there's no visa-free entry and no visa on arrival. Applications go directly through the Embassy of Japan in Abuja or the Consulate-General of Japan in Lagos, depending on where you live; Japan does not use a separate visa application centre in Nigeria.

You'll need a valid passport with at least six months' validity, a detailed day-by-day itinerary matching your hotel bookings, a round-trip flight reservation, recent bank statements showing consistent funds, and an employment or business letter. The standard Temporary Visitor visa allows a single-entry stay of up to 90 days, and processing typically takes 7 to 14 working days.

A note on approval

Japan reviews Nigerian applications carefully, and strong, consistent financial documentation with a clear, believable travel itinerary makes a real difference — this is exactly where TIS's document preparation support helps most.

Business travel to China

Nigerian passport holders need a visa for any visit to China — tourism, business or otherwise, since Nigeria is not currently on China's visa-exemption list. For commercial and trade activities specifically, the correct category is the M visa (business visa), distinct from the L visa used for tourism.

You'll need a formal invitation or certification letter from your Chinese host company confirming the purpose of your visit, a bank statement covering the past six months, a complete itinerary with paid flights and hotel bookings, and a passport valid for at least six months with blank visa pages. Applications in Nigeria are filed through China's online visa portal before supporting documents and your passport are submitted in person at the visa application centre.

A common route

Many Nigerian business travellers apply for the M visa specifically to attend trade exhibitions such as the Canton Fair, using an official fair invitation letter as supporting documentation.

Working in the Maldives

A 30-day tourist visa is granted on arrival to all nationalities, but it does not permit employment — working on a tourist visa is illegal and can lead to deportation. To work legally, your employer must first secure an Employment Approval from the Permits and Foreign Employment Division of Maldives Immigration, along with a Work Permit from the relevant government ministry.

Once your Employment Approval and Work Permit are issued, you travel to the Maldives and have a set window (commonly around 15 days from arrival) to complete your Work Visa application, pay the applicable fee, and undergo a medical examination at an approved clinic. Requirements include a machine-readable passport valid for at least a year, passport photos, your signed appointment letter, and relevant educational or professional certificates.