How a Nigerian Designer Landed an AI Job in Paris Without a Degree
A Nigerian product designer shares how he moved from remote freelancing to a Product Designer role at an AI company in Paris. Despite leaving university before graduation, he qualified for an EU Talent Passport by documenting more than seven years of design experience with contracts and pay records. He explains how the company handled most of his relocation process, reimbursed his travel and temporary accommodation costs, and helped him settle in France. He also shares what to consider before accepting an overseas role, including taxes, rent, language barriers and the cost of living in Paris. Nearly a year after relocating, he reflects on learning French, finding community, missing friends and Nigerian food, and adjusting to life abroad. His advice to Nigerians planning to relocate is to research visa options independently, start apartment hunting early and build a support system slowly.
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