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Niger tourist visa

Visitors generally need a visa before travel. Some nationalities and passport holders can enter without one, while some travellers can get a visa on arrival.

Ways to get a Niger tourist visa

  1. Visa from a diplomatic mission

    Visa needed

    Visitors who need a visa must obtain it from a Nigerien diplomatic mission. United States nationals are refused entry.

  3. Diplomatic and service passport exemption

    No visa needed

    Holders of diplomatic passports from China, Cuba, Italy, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates are exempt. Holders of diplomatic or service passports from Russia are also exempt.

  4. Pre-approved visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Travellers holding a pre-approved confirmation from the National Police may obtain a visa on arrival at Niamey. United States nationals are refused entry.

    Processing
    The passport is held for 1 working day after arrival.
    1. Obtain a pre-approved confirmation from the National Police before travel.
    2. Obtain the visa on arrival at Niamey. Your passport will be held for 1 working day.
    3. Appear before the Director General of Immigration on the next working day to register and collect your passport.

  5. Visa on arrival for UAE ordinary passport holders

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of the United Arab Emirates holding an ordinary passport can obtain a visa on arrival.

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Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for an exemption or a visa on arrival must obtain a visa from a Nigerien diplomatic mission.

Who doesn't

Citizens of ECOWAS (the Economic Community of West African States) member countries, Burkina Faso, Chad, Hong Kong, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco and Tunisia can visit without a visa. Certain diplomatic and service passport holders are also exempt.

Good to know

  • A separate visa class specifically for tourism is not described.
  • United States nationals are refused entry and transit.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Niger?

Visitors who do not qualify for an exemption or a visa on arrival must obtain a visa from a Nigerien diplomatic mission. Citizens of ECOWAS (the Economic Community of West African States) member countries, Burkina Faso, Chad, Hong Kong, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco and Tunisia can visit without a visa. Certain diplomatic and service passport holders are also exempt.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Niger?

There are 5 options: Visa from a diplomatic mission (a visa from an embassy); Visa-free visits (no visa at all); Diplomatic and service passport exemption (no visa at all); Pre-approved visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Visa on arrival for UAE ordinary passport holders (a visa at the border).

Who can go to Niger without a tourist visa?

Citizens of ECOWAS member countries, plus Burkina Faso, Chad, Hong Kong, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco and Tunisia, can visit without a visa. Holders of diplomatic passports from China, Cuba, Italy, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates are exempt. Holders of diplomatic or service passports from Russia are also exempt.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Niger?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Niger visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Niger be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Niger tourist visa rules?

On Niger's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Niger?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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