Nigeria Tourist Visa

Nigeria is a great country well known for its incredible natural resources and wildlife reserves. It is one of the most populated countries in Africa. The people of Nigeria are amiable, famous for their passion and love for celebration. Every year the sparkling nightlife, a plethora of natural landmarks, high standard restaurants and globally known music and entertainment scene of Nigeria, attracts people from all over the world. 

If you are wondering to visit Nigeria, the first thing you need is to check whether you need a visa to enter Nigeria or not.

Who does not need a Nigeria visa?

If you are an ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) national, you do not need to apply for a visa to visit Nigeria. The following is the list of member states of ECOWAS.

• BENIN
• BURKINA FASO
• CABO VERDE
• CÔTE e D'IVOIRE
• The GAMBIA
• GHANA
• GUINEA
• GUINEA BISSAU
• LIBERIA
• MALI
• NIGER
• NIGERIA
• SENEGAL
• SIERRA LEONE
• TOGO

Note that if you are not an ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) national, you need to apply for a visa to enter Nigeria.

How to get a Nigeria Tourist Visa?

All the nationals except the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) need a visa to enter Nigeria. If you want to visit Nigeria and you are not from any country mentioned above, all you need is to have a Nigeria Tourist Visa. It will allow you to enter the state for up to 90-days for tourism purposes.

Note that if you want to enter Nigeria for a business purpose or to attend a business meeting, you need to apply for a Nigeria Business Visa.

What will be the requirements for a Nigeria Tourist Visa?

You will need to have the following documents to get a Nigeria Tourist Visa.

1. Completed Nigeria Tourist Visa Application Form

2. Valid Passport

3. A document stating the visa fee payment

4. Two passport size photo 

5. Letter of invitation from the host (If any)

6. Proof of accommodation, i.e., hotel reservation or any rental agreement

7. Return airline ticket

8. Evidence that shows enough financial funds to cover stay in Nigeria 

9. Proof of legal residency (For non–U.S passports holders)

Additional documents for Nigeria Business Visa:

• An invitation letter from the host company in Nigeria 
• Confirmation letter from the company in a native state

What will be the processing time for a Nigeria Tourist Visa?

The processing time for a Nigeria Tourist Visa is about 2 to 3 working days.

What will be the cost of a Nigeria Tourist Visa?

The cost of a Nigeria visa varies from country to country. See the table of Nigeria visa fee.

What will be the validity of a Nigeria Tourist Visa?

The Nigerian Tourist or Business Visa is typically valid for ninety days with a stay of up to 7 to 90 days, and the multiple entry visa is valid for six months with a stay of up to 7 to 90 days on per visit. 

Note that you are not allowed to do any employment work in Nigeria if you have a Nigeria Tourist Visa.

Can you get a Nigeria Visa On Arrival?

Everyone is eligible to get a Nigeria Visa On Arrival except ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) nationals as they do not require a visa to visit Nigeria. You will need to have the following documents to get a Nigeria visa on Arrival.

• A Passport (with a validity of up to 6 months)
• Two Passport size photo (35/40mm)
• Confirmed ticket 
• A bank statement that shows sufficient funds

Is it expensive to visit Nigeria?

To visit Nigeria is quite affordable as compared to many other countries. Usually, for a person, it will cost about $1,722 a week.

The Top 8 Attractions of Nigeria

The following are the most visited places in Nigeria.

1. Lagos

2. Abeokuta

3. Yankari National Park

4. Abuja

5. Ibadan

6. Kainji Lake National Park

7. Gashaka Gumti National Park

8. Enugu