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Nigeria eVisa
Overview
Nigeria offers an electronic visa (eVisa) system for certain nationalities to simplify entry for tourism, business, transit, work, and other permitted purposes.
The eVisa replaces or complements the traditional sticker visa and can speed up processing by allowing online application submission and electronic issuance.
Types of eVisas (common categories)
Tourist eVisa: For leisure travel, visiting friends/relatives, and short stays.
Business eVisa: For meetings, conferences, negotiations, short-term business activities.
Transit eVisa: For travelers passing through Nigeria to another destination (short validity).
Work/Temporary Permit eVisa: For short-term work assignments or contract-based activities (may require employer sponsorship).
Diplomatic/Official eVisa: For government or official travel, handled through diplomatic channels.
Eligibility and Nationalities
Eligibility depends on your nationality. Some nationalities are eligible for Nigeria’s eVisa/visa-on-arrival programs; others must apply at a Nigerian embassy or consulate.
Always confirm current eligibility rules before applying, as they change.
Application requirements (typical)
Passport: Valid for at least 6 months
Recent passport-sized photograph(s) meeting specification.
Supporting documents depending on visa type: invitation letter (for business), hotel reservation, travel itinerary, proof of funds, return/onward ticket.
Additional documents for work visas: letter of employment/sponsorship, permit from Nigerian authorities, or company registration documents.
Fees and processing time
Fees vary by visa category, nationality, and processing speed (standard vs. expedited). Confirm current fees on the official site or at the nearest Nigerian diplomatic mission.
Processing times 2-4 days
Entry and arrival
Present your passport, eVisa approval, and any supporting documentation (invitation, proof of funds) to immigration officers on arrival.
Some travelers may be issued a visa/entry stamp upon arrival; others will have an electronic record.
Be prepared for biometric data collection (fingerprints, photograph) if required.
Nigeria eVisa
Overview
Nigeria offers an electronic visa (eVisa) system for certain nationalities to simplify entry for tourism, business, transit, work, and other permitted purposes.
The eVisa replaces or complements the traditional sticker visa and can speed up processing by allowing online application submission and electronic issuance.
Types of eVisas (common categories)
Tourist eVisa: For leisure travel, visiting friends/relatives, and short stays.
Business eVisa: For meetings, conferences, negotiations, short-term business activities.
Transit eVisa: For travelers passing through Nigeria to another destination (short validity).
Work/Temporary Permit eVisa: For short-term work assignments or contract-based activities (may require employer sponsorship).
Diplomatic/Official eVisa: For government or official travel, handled through diplomatic channels.
Eligibility and Nationalities
Eligibility depends on your nationality. Some nationalities are eligible for Nigeria’s eVisa/visa-on-arrival programs; others must apply at a Nigerian embassy or consulate.
Always confirm current eligibility rules before applying, as they change.
Application requirements (typical)
Passport: Valid for at least 6 months
Recent passport-sized photograph(s) meeting specification.
Supporting documents depending on visa type: invitation letter (for business), hotel reservation, travel itinerary, proof of funds, return/onward ticket.
Additional documents for work visas: letter of employment/sponsorship, permit from Nigerian authorities, or company registration documents.
Fees and processing time
Fees vary by visa category, nationality, and processing speed (standard vs. expedited). Confirm current fees on the official site or at the nearest Nigerian diplomatic mission.
Processing times 2-4 days
Entry and arrival
Present your passport, eVisa approval, and any supporting documentation (invitation, proof of funds) to immigration officers on arrival.
Some travelers may be issued a visa/entry stamp upon arrival; others will have an electronic record.
Be prepared for biometric data collection (fingerprints, photograph) if required.