Mexico Visa for Nigerian citizens

Ready for your trip to Mexico from Nigeria? We’ll make getting your visa easy.

Getting a visa can be tricky, but it shouldn't dampen your enthusiasm for exploring Mexico. We’re here to help you understand the visa application process.

With our guidance, you’ll soon be tasting Mexico's famous tacos and enchiladas or exploring the historic ruins of Chichen Itza and Teotihuacan. Let’s explore what you need to know to apply for your Mexican visa from Nigeria, making sure you're all set for your trip.

Do Nigerian citizens need a visa to visit Mexico?

Nigerian citizens planning to visit Mexico for tourism, business, or transit are required to have a Mexico Tourist Visa before traveling.

However, there is an exception to this rule. You don’t need to apply for a Mexico Tourist Visa before entering the country if you have one of the following:

1. A valid multiple-entry visa for Canada, USA, UK, Northern Ireland, Japan, any of the countries in the Schengen Zone.

2. A valid permanent residence in Canada, USA, UK, Northern Ireland, Japan, any of the countries in the Schengen Zone, any of the member countries of the Pacific Alliance.

The visa or residence permit, along with your passport, must remain valid for the duration of the stay in Mexico.

Those without these specific documents must apply for a Mexico Tourist Visa. This sticker visa is attached to the passport and must be applied for at a Mexican embassy or consulate.

How to apply for a Mexico Visa from Nigeria

Although we don’t handle Mexico Tourist Visa applications, we can provide the information you need to apply confidently.

To get a Mexico Visa from Nigeria, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Mexitel appointment scheduling system website and create an account.

2. Book the most suitable time for your visa appointment. After scheduling, you’ll receive a confirmation letter for the embassy visit.

3. Download and complete the visa application form from the Embassy of Mexico in Nigeria website.

4. Gather all the required documents. The list of documents can be found on the embassy’s website.

5. On your appointment day, bring the required documents (originals and copies), the completed application form, and the appointment confirmation letter to the Mexican embassy. During your visit, you will undergo biometric data collection, attend a visa interview, and pay the visa fee. You’ll also be informed when to return and collect your passport.

6. Wait for your visa application to be processed. If approved, your passport will have the Mexico visa affixed to it when you pick it up.

In addition to a Mexico Tourist Visa, you’ll need a Mexico Tourist Card (Forma Migratoria Múltiple or FMM) to enter Mexico. This is not a visa but a permit required for all foreigners, including those who are visa-exempt. You can obtain the Tourist Card at any Mexican point of entry upon arrival.

For more information on traveling to Mexico, check out our handy trip guide.

Mexican embassy in Nigeria

For consular assistance regarding Mexican visas, Nigerian citizens can reach out to the Embassy of Mexico in Abuja.

• Address: 2129 Abdu Abubakar Crescent, Asokoro, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

• Phone: +234 9070 251 902 / 903

And if you're outside Nigeria or need Mexican consular services from a different country, our Embassies Finder can help you locate the nearest Mexican embassy or consulate, no matter where you are in the world.

Get support for your Mexico travel document application

Our customer service team will assist you if you need more information about applying for a Mexico ETA, pre-registration for Colombians, or getting a Mexico Tourist Card for land travel. Contact them any time via WhatsApp or iVisa chat.