Nigeria Visa Nigeria Visa

Nigeria visa requirements: 1-800-345-6541
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Visa Services F.A.Q.

1  Select the type of Nigeria tourist visa application:

Online Nigeria tourist visa Application

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To apply for visas to several countries add Nigeria to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Nigeria tourist visa Application

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Download, fill out and mail in Nigeria tourist visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
c
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
d
Bank statement. Copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.
e
Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
f
Previous visa. If applying for a multiple entry visa, please provide a copy of a previous Nigeria visa. The embassy will not grant a multiple entry visa to a first-time visitor.
The Embassy of Nigeria is CLOSED every Friday.

  Nigeria tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Single entry up to 90 days 4 business days $255.00 + $99.95 = $354.95
Multiple entry up to 180 days 4 business days $255.00 + $99.95 = $354.95
Maximum stay ? in Nigeria: 90 days
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Nigeria visas

1  Select the type of Nigeria business visa application:

Online Nigeria business visa Application

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To apply for visas to several countries add Nigeria to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Nigeria business visa Application

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Download, fill out and mail in Nigeria business visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
c
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
d
Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Nigeria, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Nigeria.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

e
Business Invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Nigeria. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Nigeria, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Nigeria.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).

f
Previous visa. If applying for a multiple entry visa, please provide a copy of a previous Nigeria visa. The embassy will not grant a multiple entry visa to a first-time visitor.
The Embassy of Nigeria is CLOSED every Friday.

  Nigeria business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Single entry up to 90 days 4 business days $255.00 + $99.95 = $354.95
Multiple entry up to 180 days 4 business days $255.00 + $99.95 = $354.95
Maximum stay ? in Nigeria: 90 days
Group discounts ?
Submit Nigeria business visa application
Add Nigeria to Selection, and apply for more visas
Nigeria visas

1  Select the type of Nigeria visitor visa application:

Online Nigeria visitor visa Application

Apply online now

To apply for visas to several countries add Nigeria to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Nigeria visitor visa Application

Download and print

Download, fill out and mail in Nigeria visitor visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
c
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
d
Bank statement. Copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.
e
Personal Invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date. You will also need to provide proof of the host's status in Nigeria ie. copy of their Nigeria passport's information page, or, if they are not a citizen of Nigeria, copies of their Nigeria residence permit and their national passport's information pages.
f
Previous visa. If applying for a multiple entry visa, please provide a copy of a previous Nigeria visa. The embassy will not grant a multiple entry visa to a first-time visitor.
The Embassy of Nigeria is CLOSED every Friday.

  Nigeria visitor visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Single entry up to 90 days 4 business days $255.00 + $99.95 = $354.95
Multiple entry up to 180 days 4 business days $255.00 + $99.95 = $354.95
Maximum stay ? in Nigeria: 90 days
Group discounts ?
Submit Nigeria visitor visa application
Add Nigeria to Selection, and apply for more visas
Nigeria visas
Official visas for Nigeria require an approval from Lagos, that can take up to 6 weeks or more.

1  Select the type of Nigeria official visa application:

Online Nigeria official visa Application

Apply online now

To apply for visas to several countries add Nigeria to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Nigeria official visa Application

Download and print

Download, fill out and mail in Nigeria official visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
c
State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of Nigeria, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.
The Embassy of Nigeria is CLOSED every Friday.

  Nigeria official visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Multiple entry up to 180 days 20 business days $0.00 + $44.95 = $44.95
Maximum stay ? in Nigeria: 90 days
Group discounts ?
Submit Nigeria official visa application
Add Nigeria to Selection, and apply for more visas
Nigeria visas
Most popular questions
What is a visa?
A visa is a document which allows someone to travel into a specific country and stay there for a set period of time. Generally, a visa may only be issued at the Consulate of the country or, in some cases, at the border. Visas may be stamped or glued directly into a passport or they may be issued electronically (e.g. Australia Visa). Some countries require everyone who enters to obtain a visa, while others have what are known as reciprocal agreements with certain countries that waive visa requirements. A visa may allow one, two or multiple entries before the expiration date of the visa. It is important to research visa requirements before traveling internationally to avoid any issues with border control officials and airlines. If a destination country requires a visa and the traveler does not have it in his/her passport, the airline may refuse to board this person on the plane.
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What are the countries that require a visa?
Please refer to the following page on our website to check whether a visa is required or not: visa requirements worldwide. Select your citizenship from the drop down menu at the top of the page, and you will be provided with a complete list of countries that require or do not require visas for you to travel. For detailed instructions on how to apply for a visa select the country of destination from the table.
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Can I apply for my work, student or residence visas through VisaHQ.com?
At this time, VisaHQ.com only processes tourist, business, private, crew and official visas. Applicants looking for student visas, work visas or residence visas must apply directly through the nearest Embassy or Consulate.
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I'm not a US or Canadian citizen. Can you still process my visa application?
If you are a resident of the United States or Canada, we may be able to process your application, depending on the country you would like to visit, the type of visa you need, and your visa status in the United States or Canada. Please consult our individual country pages or other questions in this FAQ for further information.
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What is the difference between visa validity and maximum stay?
The validity of a given visa represents the dates that the visa is effective. For instance, if a visa for China is valid for 90 days, you must enter China before that period of 90 days expires. Maximum stay is the time allotted for stay in the country. Using China as an example, the default maximum stay is 30 days, which means you are only allowed to stay in China for 30 days, even if your visa validity is 90 days. Please note that different countries have different requirements and interpretations regarding visa validity and maximum stay.
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Does consular jurisdiction affect the processing of my visa?
In most cases, visas can be processed in Washington DC, without regard to consular jurisdiction. However, there are several countries that require all visa applications to be submitted in the assigned consular jurisdiction. Consular jurisdiction is the geographic area for which a consulate has responsibility for issuing visas. When a consulate is jurisdictional, it can only process visas for those who reside in a state within their jurisdiction. VisaHQ directs applications to appropriate cities for faster or less complicated processing. Please be advised that required documents and processing times may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. VisaHQ continuously updates processing times for all countries including those that are jurisdictional.
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Nigeria visa for citizens of United States is required. For more information please contact the nearest Nigeria embassy.

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