How to Move Abroad With Little Money in 2025 (Even If You’re Broke)

🌍 We Know What You’re Going Through. Let’s be honest—living in Nigeria (or many developing countries) right now isn’t easy.

You’re smart. You’re hardworking. But every day, it feels like you’re working twice as hard for half as much. The jobs aren’t paying. The naira is dropping. And worse, the insecurity is rising.

You’ve probably said this before:

“If I could just get out of here, even if I have nothing, I’ll make it work.”

Well, you’re not crazy for dreaming. And you’re not alone.
This blog post is for you—the student who can’t afford Canada tuition, the job seeker tired of waiting, the mum or dad who just wants a better life for their kids.

Here’s how you can move abroad with little money in 2025. Yes, it’s possible. You just need to be smart, strategic, and willing to take small steps.

🌎 1. Choose Countries That Welcome Low-Budget Migrants

Not all countries require millions to move. Some offer easy, low-cost visa options for people with little savings—especially if you have a skill, trade, or just passion.

Here are some countries that people have moved to with less than $1000:

✅ Germany

• Offers job seeker visas—enter the country and search for a job while you’re there.
• You don’t need to pay agents. Just learn the process yourself, apply online.

✅ Portugal

• D7 visa allows freelancers and remote workers to live legally, even with low income.
• Cheaper cost of living than UK or Canada.

✅ Turkey

• Nigerians can travel visa-free for a short stay.
• Use it to build connections, apply for school, or remote jobs while there.

🧠 True Story: Blessing, a hair stylist from Lagos, relocated to Turkey using savings from her salon. She got there with just €600 and started braiding for Nigerians and Ghanaians. Today, she earns in Euros—and sends money home.

💼 2. Look for Visa-Sponsored Jobs (They Pay for You!)

Yes—there are employers that pay for your flight, visa, and relocation.
They’re not easy to find, but with patience and research, people land them every week.

Industries to target:

• Caregiving / Home care (Canada, UK, Germany)
• Construction & Cleaning
• Tech & IT
• Agricultural work / Farm jobs

Where to find visa-sponsored jobs:

• Jooble.org
• LinkedIn Jobs
• WorkAbroad.ph (Yes, Nigerians can apply too!)

💻 3. Start Earning in USD While Still in Nigeria

Here’s the smart move: start earning online now, so you can save and build a profile before traveling.

Remote Jobs You Can Start With No Degree:

• Virtual Assistant (₦100,000–₦300,000/week)
• Freelance Writing / Editing
• Graphic Design / UI Design
• Customer Support / Chat Agent
• Online Tutoring (English, Math, etc.)

Platforms to Start:

• Upwork.com
• Fiverr.com
• Remotasks.com
• Toptal.com (for tech)

👉 Check our related post:

10 Global Skills to Secure a Job & Work Abroad in 2025

👩🏽 Fictional, but relatable: Tolu was a jobless graduate. She started writing short articles for $10 on Fiverr. Now she makes over $500/month—and used her savings to fund a UK caregiver visa.

🎓 4. Use Volunteer or Student Visa Routes (Low Budget Entry)

You don’t always need a job offer to move.

Try:

• Erasmus+ Scholarships (Europe)
• AIESEC Global Volunteer (18–30 years)
• Church or NGO volunteer visas (Germany, Italy)

🧑🏽 “Chidi got a volunteer visa to Germany through a church NGO. He lived for free, then applied for jobs locally and converted to a work visa.”

Bonus:

Some study-abroad countries allow post-graduation work permits. Start small—apply for tuition-free schools (like Germany or Finland), or partial scholarships.

🪙 5. How to Raise Money to Escape

If you’re broke now, here are real ways people raise funds to move:

• Crowdfunding on GoFundMe or social media
• Starting a side hustle (POS, food delivery, thrift)
• Working as an Uber/Bolt driver
• Selling skills online (writing CVs, teaching, voiceovers)

💬 “I sold used clothes online to fund my passport and visa fees. Every little counts when you’re desperate to leave.” — Anonymous reader

🗺️ Final Words: Don’t Let Money Stop Your Dreams

Nobody is saying it’s easy. But it’s not impossible either.
People like you, from poor homes and zero savings, have packed a bag and changed their life.

It’s your turn now.
Start somewhere. Learn a skill. Apply to one job. Make one dollar online.
Your escape is built step by step—not overnight.

We believe in you.
And on this blog, we’re here to guide you.