VISAS

General enquiry link: https://immigration.gov.ng/nigerian-visa/

 

1.      Visas   Issued at the   embassy

Application link: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/  

 

Short Stay Visa

Diplomatic Visa (Non-accredited), Transit Without Visa, Visiting Visa – Multiple Entry, Journalist Visa, Cleric Visa, Medical Tourism Visa, Religious Tourism Visa, Humanitarian Services Visa, Staff of INGO Visa, Staff of NGO Visa

 

Temporary Residence Visas

Temporary Work Permit Visa (90 days), Temporary Work Permit Visa (6 months), Accredited Diplomat Visa, Employment (Expatriate) Visa, Employment (Expatriate Free Zone) Visa, Employment – Expatriate (Government Official) Visa, Employment (INGO) Visa, Employment (Cleric) Visa, Student Visa, Academic Exchange Programme (AEP) Visa, Interns Visa

 

Permanent Residence Visa

Spouse of Nigerian Citizens Visa, Nigerian by Birth who Renounced Nigerian Citizenship Visa, Investors Visa (Small Enterprise), Investors Visa (Medium Enterprise), Investors Visa (Large Corporations), Investors Visa (Ultra Large Corporations), Investors Visa (Oil/Gas/Power Sector), Highly Skilled Immigrant Visa, Retirement Visa (Retired in Nigeria), Retirement Visa (Retiree from abroad)

NOTE: For further information on supporting documents for every other visa category of  kindly visit: https://immigration.gov.ng//info-center/

For categories of visas issued at the Nigerian Embassy in Warsaw, Poland, applicants are to write an email to nis.warsaw@immigration.gov.ng requesting a date for an interview. On the date given, candidates must provide Crime Free Certificates alongside accompanying documents; additional documents may be requested as the need arises.

  

2.      E-Visa (Online), E visa link: https://evisa.immigration.gov.ng/

Transit Visa, Business – Single Entry Visa, Business – Frequently Travelled Business Executives, Tourism Visa, Sports Visa, Creative Arts Visa, Study Tour Visa, Academic Exchange Programme (Student, scholar, Lecturer) Visa, International Cultural Exchange Visa, Emergency/Relief Work Visa, Returning holders of Foreign Passports who are Nigerians by Birth, Visiting Visa – Single Entry, Business- Multiple Entry Visa

Visa Categories

Purpose: A multiple entry type of visa granted to persons who frequently visit Nigeria for social purposes whose countries offer reciprocal privileges to Nigerians.

Eligibility: Nationals of countries offering similar multiple-entry visit visas to Nigerians.
Requirements:

  1.  Invitation letter from family/friend in Nigeria accepting immigration responsibility (IR)
  2.  Nigerian passport of the Host or Residency Permit for a Non-Nigerian host.
  3. Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity) 
  4. Passport size photo.
  5. Evidence of return ticket.
  6. Evidence of Hotel Reservations or host address in Nigeria.
  7. Evidence of sufficient funds (180 days Bank Statement).

Steps to Obtain

  1.   Collect documentation, confirming the reciprocity clause.
  2. Invitation letter must request for multiple entries.
  3. Apply online e-visa: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  4. Upload visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  5. Wait for decision

Purpose: For fully accredited diplomats posted to Nigeria.

Eligibility: Foreign diplomats with acceptance from Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Requirements

  1. Valid Diplomatic Passport.
  2. Letter from Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirming accreditation.

Steps to Obtain

  1. Get official Posting.
  2. The diplomat’s home country coordinates with the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  3. Apply online: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  4. Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  5. Wait for decision


Family/Group Applications: Family/Dependants to apply for R1B, R1C R1D R1E visas for Spouse/Dependants subcategories respectively.

Purpose: A short-term type of visa for diplomatic officials who are not accredited to Nigeria.

Eligibility: Non-accredited diplomats or temporary diplomatic staff traveling for official duties.
Requirements:

  1. Diplomatic/Official Passport: Valid for at least 6 months, (with 2 blank pages).
  2.  Official Diplomatic Note: From the sending country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stating purpose of trip.

Steps to Obtain

  1. Collect Required Documents
  2. Ensure your diplomatic passport meets validity requirements.
  3. Obtain an official note/letter from your Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  4. Apply online e-visa: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  5. Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  6. Wait for decision.

Purpose: A single-entry type of visa granted to persons who wish to visit Nigeria for the purpose of tourism.

Eligibility: Citizens of all countries except ECOWAS member States and other countries which Nigeria has entered into visa abolition/waiver agreements (non-ECOWAS nationals).
Requirements:

  1. Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
  2. Passport size photo.
  3. Evidence of return ticket.
  4. Evidence of Hotel Reservations or host address in Nigeria.
  5. Evidence of sufficient funds (180 days Bank Statement).
  6. Minors below 18years (accompanied by an adult) to provide birth certificate and parental consent letter.

Steps to Obtain

  1. Gather Documentation.
  2. Apply online: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  3. Upload visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  4. Wait for decision.

Purpose: A single-entry type of visa granted to persons who wish to visit Nigeria for social visits to family and friends.

Eligibility: Foreign nationals invited by Nigerian residents or citizens.
Requirements: 

  1.  Invitation letter from family/friend in Nigeria accepting immigration responsibility (IR). 
  2.  Copy of Nigerian passport of the Host or Residency Permit (Non-Nigerian).
  3.  Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
  4.  Passport size photo.
  5.  Evidence of return ticket.
  6.  Evidence of Hotel Reservations or host address in Nigeria.
  7.  Evidence of sufficient funds (180 days Bank Statement).
  8.  Minors below 18years (accompanying an adult) to provide birth certificate and parental consent letter.

Steps to Obtain

  1.  Obtain Invitation Letter and Host Documentation.
  2.  The host must clearly take Immigration responsibility.
  3.  Apply online: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  4.  Upload visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  5.  Wait for decision.

Purpose: Allows experts invited by corporate bodies for the purpose of providing specialized skilled services

Eligibility: Experts performing short-term projects (such as after-sale installations, Commissioning/Upgrading/Maintenance/Repairs of equipment and machinery, Training and capacity building for Nigerian staff, Audit of machinery/ Equipment and financial records etc.) after the approval of the Comptroller General of Immigration.
Requirements:

  1.  Visa Authority Letter from Immigration (pre-approval letter).
  2.  Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
  3.  Return/Onward Ticket.

Steps to Obtain

  1.  Host Company Seeks Approval
  2.  Receive Pre-Approval from the Comptroller General of Immigration.
  3.  Apply online e-visa: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  4.  Submit Visa Application with visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  5.  Wait for decision

Validity: 90     days     from     issuance.
Extendable: No.
Stay duration:  Work permit 6 months multiple entry.
Restrictions: Only Specialized or project-based tasks.
Family/Group Applications: No.

Purpose: Allows experts invited by corporate bodies for the purpose of providing specialized skilled services.

Eligibility: Experts performing short-term projects (such as after-sale installations, Commissioning/Upgrading/Maintenance/Repairs of equipment and machinery, Training and capacity building for Nigerian staff, Audit of machinery/ Equipment and financial records etc.) after the approval of the Comptroller General of Immigration.
Requirements:

  1.  Visa Authority Letter from Immigration (pre-approval letter).
  2.  Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
  3.  Return/Onward Ticket.

 Steps to Obtain

  1.  Host Company Seeks Approval
  2.  Receive Pre-Approval from the Comptroller General of Immigration.
  3.  Apply online: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  4.  Submit Visa Application with visa requirements and payment of visa fees.
  5.  Wait for decision.

 Validity: 30 days from issuance

 Extendable?: Yes (where applicable)

 Stay duration:  work permit not exceeding 30 days single entry.
Restrictions: Only Specialized or project-based tasks.
Family/Group Applications: No.

Purpose: A multiple entry type of visa granted to persons for business trips who intend to come into Nigeria multiple times within a period.

Eligibility: Frequent business travellers from countries that grant Nigerians similar multiple-entry visas. (based on reciprocity).
Requirements:

  1.  Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
  2.  CAC Certificate of inviting company.
  3.  Passport size photo.
  4.  Official Invitation Letter from inviting company.
  5.  Evidence of Hotel Reservations or host address in Nigeria.
  6.  Evidence of Return Ticket.

Steps to Obtain

  1.  Collect documentation, confirming the reciprocity clause.
  2.  Confirm your country qualifies for the business multiple-entry reciprocity privileges with Nigeria.
  3.  Invitation letter must request for multiple entries.
  4.  Apply online: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  5.  Upload visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  6.  Wait for decision.

Validity: Based on reciprocity.

Extendable: No.
Stay duration: Based on reciprocity, multiple entry.
Restrictions: No employment. Permitted to participate in meeting, conference, seminar, contract negotiation, marketing, sales, procurement of Nigerian goods/services, Trade Fairs, job interviews etc.
Family/Group Applications: Group applications for up to 10 persons

Purpose: A multiple-entry type of visa granted to frequently travelled business-persons with investment in Nigeria.

Eligibility: Foreign executives with documented investment of at least USD 250,000 in Nigeria.
Requirements:

  1.  Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
  2.  CAC Certificate of inviting company.
  3.  Passport size photo.
  4.  Official invitation Letter from inviting company.
  5.  Evidence of return ticket.
  6.  Evidence of Hotel Reservations or host address in Nigeria
  7.  Letter of verification or confirmation of investment from Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC).

Steps to Obtain

  1.  Obtain Verification of Investment.
  2.  Letter from NIPC or relevant agency certifying the USD 250,000 investment.
  3.  Apply online: https://visa.immigration.gov.ng/
  4.  Upload visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  5.  Wait for decision.

 Validity: 1year from issuance.
Extendable: No.
Stay duration:  Not exceeding 30 days per entry, multiple entry.
Restrictions: No employment. Permitted for business negotiations, seminars, marketing, etc. only.
Family/Group Applications: Group applications for up to 10 persons.

Purpose: A type of visa issued to spouses of Nigerian Citizens, in line with the provision of Section 37 (10) of Immigration Act 2015.
Eligibility: Spouse of Nigerian Citizens.
Requirements:

  1.  Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity)  
  2.  Passport size photo 
  3.  Attested Marriage Certificate
  4.  Copy of the sponsoring Nigerian citizen’s valid identification (e.g., National ID, Passport)
  5.  Evidence of stable residence in Nigeria (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement)
  6.  Police Clearance Certificate

Steps to obtain

  1.  Gather Documentation.
  2.  Apply online (or embassy).
  3.  Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
  4.  Wait for decision.

 Validity: 90 days from issuance.

 Extendable: Not applicable.

 Stay duration: 4 years. Multiple entry (Residence permit)

 Restrictions: No employment. To reside in Nigeria only.

 Family/Group Applications: No.

 

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