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Trump proposes $70,000 fee, $30,000 renewal for Nigerian, other foreign students seeking jobs
Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ochogwu Sunday , as published by Daily Post Nigeria
· October 8, 2026
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Key points A proposed rule would require educational institutions to pay substantial fees for each student's participation in a temporary work programme. International students may face significant costs to gain work experience.
International students may face significant costs to gain work experience. A proposed rule would require educational institutions to pay substantial fees for each student's participation in a temporary work programme. The programme allows students to work in jobs related to their field of study for a limited time. Fees for initial applications and renewals are outlined in the proposal. Further details about the proposal and its potential impact are available. The proposal is part of efforts to tighten regulations surrounding foreign students.
The proposed fees are notable, with a large sum required for each initial application and a smaller sum for renewals.
More information can be found in the original proposal.
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Published: October 8, 2026 ·
Source: Daily Post Nigeria ·
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