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Our Nigeria visa application process

How to apply for your Nigeria visa with iVisa

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Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, find out whether you need a Nigeria eVisa, Nigeria Landing Card, or another Nigerian travel document. Then, upload your documents, and pay securely. You can save your progress and come back anytime. Most people finish in less than 10 minutes.

We’ll guide you through any unclear steps during the application process.

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We review your application

The Nigeria visa system is known for being difficult to navigate – your photo must be the right size, and your passport scan must be clear.

Don’t worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays. One of our experts checks everything for errors or missing information to make sure it’s ready to go. This review is quick but thorough.

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We submit it for government processing

We’re not the Nigerian government, but we submit your application to them and are here for you along the way if there are any problems.

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Get your Nigeria visa

We’ll email your approved Nigerian visa and let you know how to use it for your trip.

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Visa types needed for Nigeria

  • Nigeria eVisa
  • Nigeria Landing Card
  • Transit visa (F3B)*
  • Business visa (F4A and F4B/F4C)*

Nigeria eVisa

Purpose: The Nigeria eVisa, officially known as the Nigeria Tourism Visa (F5A), is designed for travelers visiting Nigeria for tourism, family visits, business meetings, or medical treatment.

When to apply: It’s recommended to apply at least 2–3 weeks in advance.

Duration and extensions The Nigeria eVisa allows a stay of up to 30 days within a 90-day period.

Entries: The visa is issued as a single-entry visa.

Ports of entry: Nigeria eVisa holders can enter any official Nigeria border post.

Delivery format: An approved eVisa is electronically linked to your passport, but travelers are advised to carry a printed copy of the approval PDF when entering Nigeria.

Nigeria Landing Card

Purpose: The Nigeria Landing Card is a required digital entry form for travelers arriving in Nigeria. It registers your arrival details with Nigerian immigration authorities and helps speed up entry procedures at the airport

When to apply: The Landing Card is valid for a single entry and must be completed within 72 hours before your departure to Nigeria.

Delivery format: A completed landing card is electronically linked to your passport, but travelers are advised to carry a printed copy of the approval PDF when entering Nigeria.

Transit visa (F3B)*

A Nigerian transit visa is required for foreign travelers passing through Nigeria to a destination outside the country, except for ECOWAS nationals.

Applicants need a valid passport, confirmed onward ticket, and proof of funds. The visa is generally obtained via the Nigerian Immigration Service portal.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

Business visa (F4A and F4B/F4C)*

Nigeria business visas (F4A, F4B, F4C) facilitate short-term, multiple-entry, or executive visits for business purposes.

F4A is for single-entry short stays, F4B covers frequent travelers, and F4C is for investors with documented investment of at least USD 250,000. You must apply through the online Nigerian immigration service portal.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

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Nigeria visa policy

Most foreign nationals, including U.S., European Union, and UK citizens, must obtain a Nigeria eVisa before traveling to Nigeria for tourism, business, medical treatment, study, work, or other purposes.

Travelers entering Nigeria must also complete a Nigeria Landing Card, within 72 hours before departure.

General Nigeria visa requirements are:

  • Passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival and at least two blank pages
  • Recent photo
  • Valid email address
  • Travel details (such as flight information and accommodation address)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the duration of stay

Nigeria visa prices

Nigeria eVisa

Prices starting from $89.99

Valid for 3 months after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 30 days per entry

Nigeria Landing Card

Prices starting from $79.99

Valid for 1 month after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 14 days per entry

Fast facts

Average time it takes to apply

20 minutes

iVisa approval rate

98%

Main reason for denials

Insufficient funds for trip

Why choose iVisa?

Applying for a visa on your own can be confusing and time-consuming. iVisa simplifies the process, reduces errors, and gives you peace of mind.

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Travelers to Nigeria rated this product a 5.0 out of 5 based on 3 reviews.
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Maureen E.
September 10, 2025
"iVisa will always be the only way I will apply for visas in the future. The process is made easy with the help and reassurance of the representatives who stay online to help you for as long as you needed them. Yes, I will have them assist me with all future visas. Thank you iVisa!"
Deborah
July 30, 2025
"I would recommend this service to anyone who is applying for an e visa. The process using i visa service was quick and easy to follow and great support if needed. The turnaround for the approved visa was excellent. I thought it would take a day or two, but my application was dispositioned in less than two hours from submittal. Great job I visa"

FAQs

Whether you need a visa to visit Nigeria depends on your nationality.

Citizens of ECOWAS countries such as Ghana, Benin, and Senegal can enter Nigeria visa-free for short stays, while travelers from most other countries, including the US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia, need to apply for a Nigeria eVisa or an embassy visa before traveling, depending on their travel purpose.

You can apply for a Nigeria eVisa by completing the online application online before you travel. You will fill out your personal and travel details, upload the required documents, pay the fees online, and receive your approved eVisa via email.

To apply for a Nigeria eVisa, you will need a passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date, a recent passport photo, proof of a return or onward flight booking, proof of accommodation such as a hotel reservation or host address, and bank statements from the last six months.

If you are traveling with children, you will also need to provide a birth certificate and a parental consent letter for minors.

It typically takes 3 to 6 days for the Nigeria eVisa application to be processed once you have submitted your application and paid the fees online. With iVisa, you can get your Nigerian eVisa in as little as 3 days.

A visa on arrival for tourism is not currently available in Nigeria.

Most travelers must apply for and receive an approved eVisa before departure unless they are eligible for visa-free entry as ECOWAS nationals.

You cannot extend or renew a Nigeria eVisa while in the country. If you overstay your visa, you may face fines, detention, deportation, or restrictions on re-entry to Nigeria in the future.

Yes, all travelers who require a visa to enter Nigeria must complete the digital Nigeria Landing Card within 72 hours before departure.

This form registers your passport details, travel plans, and accommodation address with Nigerian immigration authorities and helps speed up your entry upon arrival. With iVisa, you can apply even earlier or at the same time as your eVisa application, and we'll register your Landing Card when the window opens.

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