Nigeria Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passports
To enter Nigeria, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the arrival date.
In addition, a Health Declaration Form must be submitted before arrival.
Visas
Citizens of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) can visit Nigeria for tourism purposes without a visa. These include Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, the Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
Citizens of many other countries, including Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and EU member states, are required to have a visa to visit Nigeria for tourism purposes.
Types and Cost
The cost of a tourist visa for Nigeria varies depending on the applicant's nationality.
Validity
Tourist visas for Nigeria are usually valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.
Application to
Apply online via https://portal.immigration.gov.ng.
Working days
The processing time for a Nigerian e-Visa is usually 48 hours, provided all requirements are met.
Sufficient Funds
When applying for a visa, applicants must provide proof of sufficient funds and a confirmed hotel reservation.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Embassy of Nigeria in the USA
Telephone: (202) 986 8400.
Website: http://www.nigeriaembassyusa.org
Address: , 3519 International Court NW, Washington, DC 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Thurs 1000-1300 (visa section).
Nigeria High Commission in the UK
Telephone: (020) 7839 1244.
Website: http://www.nigeriahc.org.uk
Address: , 9 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BX,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0930-1730, 1000-1300 (visa submission); 1530-1630 (visa collection).
British High Commission in Nigeria
Telephone: +234 (9) 462 2200.
Website: http://www.gov.uk/government/world/nigeria
Address: Mississippi, 19 Torrens Close, Maitama Abuja, ,
Opening times:
Mon-Thurs 0800-1600; Fri 0800-1300.
