Nigeria Tourist Visa — Requirements, Cost, Processing Time
Key highlights
- Mandatory online application and payment system
- Specific requirements based on applicant nationality
- Compulsory Letter of Invitation for most visitors
- Biometric data capture often required at missions
- Standard stay duration of up to 90 days
- Transparent fee structure via global partners
- Options for 'Visitor' or 'Tourist' categories depending on purpose
Processing time
5-15 working days
Processing times vary significantly between different Nigerian Consulates. Always allow at least three weeks before your travel date.
Estimated cost
~$180 - $350
- Standard Visa Fee (varies by nationality)$160 - $250
- Service & Administrative Charges$20 - $90
- Biometric Enrollment (if applicable)$100 - $150
Requirements
- Passport must have at least two blank pages for entry stamps.
- Applicant must be outside Nigeria at the time of application.
- A Letter of Invitation from a Nigerian citizen or permanent resident.
- Evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of the stay.
- Confirmed return flight ticket to prove intent to depart.
- Applicants must not have a criminal record in Nigeria or elsewhere.
- Valid email address for receiving the visa acknowledgement slip.
- Payment must be made online via the official portal using a credit/debit card.
Documents you'll need
- Current Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Two recent passport-sized photographs (white background)
- Evidence of sufficient funds (last 3 months bank statements)
- Flight itinerary (confirmed return ticket)
- Hotel reservation confirmation or Host address
- Formal Letter of Invitation from a Nigerian host (if applicable)
- Copy of Host's Passport Data Page or Residence Permit
- Evidence of Online Payment and Acknowledgement Slips
How to apply, step by step
- 1
Complete the Online Application
Visit the official Nigerian Immigration website to fill out the visa application form (Form IMM22). Ensure all details match your passport exactly.
- 2
Pay Fees and Print Slips
Pay the visa fee and processing fee online using the integrated payment system. Print both the 'Visa Payment Slip' and 'Visa Acknowledgement Slip'.
- 3
Prepare Supporting Documents
Gather all physical documents including your invitation letter, bank statements, passport, and the host's ID documents.
- 4
Book an Appointment
Book an appointment for biometric enrolment (fingerprints and photo) at your assigned Nigerian Embassy, Consulate, or Visa Processing Centre.
- 5
Submit Application & Biometrics
Attend your appointment to submit your passport and documents. You may be briefly interviewed about your travel plans.
- 6
Passport Collection
Once processed, you will be notified to collect your passport with the visa sticker or it will be sent back via a pre-paid courier envelope.
Tips to avoid refusal
- Double-check that the name on your invitation letter matches your passport exactly.
- Ensure your host provides a clear copy of their Nigerian passport data page.
- Never book non-refundable flights until the visa is approved.
- Use a high-quality scanner for online document uploads to avoid delays.
- Check for specific 'Consular Holidays' in both Nigeria and your host country.
- Always carry a printed copy of your Visa Acknowledgement Slip when traveling.
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