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Nigeria e-visa

Nigeria introduced online visas on 1 May 2025. They cover short visits across several categories, including tourism and business.

Ways to get a Nigeria e-visa

  1. Short-term online visa

    eVisa

    Travellers whose nationality is offered on the online visa application website, including those visiting for tourism or business.

    Stay
    Short-term; exact limits are not stated.
    Fee
    USD 50 for African countries to USD 300 for Western countries. Free for citizens of Singapore.
    Processing
    48 hours.

Who needs it

Visitors who need a visa can use the online system if their nationality is offered on the application website.

Who doesn't

Visitors who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for 6 months.
  • Landing card obtained before departure.

Good to know

  • Online visas cannot be renewed.
  • Travellers from excluded countries must obtain a visa from an embassy before travel.
  • The full list of eligible nationalities is not given.
  • Exact fees by nationality, visa validity and the number of entries are not stated.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Nigeria?

Visitors who need a visa can use the online system if their nationality is offered on the application website. Visitors who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa.

Can I apply online for Nigeria?

Yes: Short-term online visa. Travellers whose nationality is offered on the online visa application website, including those visiting for tourism or business.

How long can I stay on a Nigeria e-visa?

Short-term; exact limits are not stated.

How much does a Nigeria e-visa cost?

USD 50 for African countries to USD 300 for Western countries. Free for citizens of Singapore.

How long does a Nigeria e-visa take?

48 hours.

What documents do I need for a Nigeria e-visa?

Passport valid for 6 months.; Landing card obtained before departure..

What rules do I have to follow on a Nigeria e-visa?

Online visas cannot be renewed. Travellers from excluded countries must obtain a visa from an embassy before travel.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Nigeria?

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

Can a e-visa for Nigeria 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 Nigeria e-visa rules?

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

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