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Get your Nigeria eVisa: Apply now
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Enter a few details about your trip, and we’ll suggest the right visa for you.
Confusing requirements? Glitchy government website? Not with iVisa.
Last updated: June 2025
Applying for the Nigeria eVisa doesn’t have to be stressful. iVisa makes it fast, simple, and hassle-free - with real humans helping you along the way. Apply now and receive your Nigeria eVisa straight to your email inbox.
🛑 Heads up: In addition to your Nigeria eVisa, you’ll also need to complete the Nigeria Landing Card before arrival.
Nigeria eVisa fast facts
➡️ Stay up to 30 days: Visit Nigeria for up to 30 days.
➡️ Apply online: Apply individually or as a group via our website or app, and save your progress at any time.
➡️ Get your eVisa by email: No sticker or stamp in your passport, just a simple email approval.
➡️ e-Gate fast-track: Use the e-Gates at Lagos Airport for a faster arrival process with your eVisa.
What you need to apply for the Nigeria eVisa
✔️ A valid passport (6 months validity)
✔️ Passport photo
✔️ Proof of return flights and hotel booking
✔️ Bank statement of the last 6 months
✔️ Birth certificate and parental consent letter (for minors)
✔️ Invitation letter (when staying with friends or family)
Don’t have your documents right now?
Simply start your application today, save your progress, and add your documents when you’re ready to proceed.
💡iVisa pro tip: “Even if you have an eVisa, you’ll still have to complete a quick fingerprint and facial scan when you arrive in Nigeria. No need to visit a visa center beforehand, but expect 15–20 minutes extra time at immigration.”
Why choose iVisa for your Nigeria eVisa application
| iVisa ✅ | Do it yourself ❌ |
|---|---|
| Expert document check: We ensure everything’s correct. | Easy to overlook small errors. |
| Get both the eVisa and landing card in one go. | Separate processes, double the work. |
| Fast, flexible support: Chat, WhatsApp, phone & email. | No customer service help during your application. |
| Multi-language platform: Apply in 14 languages. | English only. |
| Save & resume anytime: No session timeouts. | Start over if you wait too long. |
| Pay your way: Credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay & more. | Fewer options, less flexibility. |
How to Apply: eVisa
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Fill out online application
Complete our easy online application and pay with credit card or PayPal
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Receive document via email
No need to deal with the embassy. We do it for you so you don't lose valuable time
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Enter destination
Present your Passport and the Document we provide upon entry to destination country
How to Apply: Embassy Registration
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Fill Out Online Application
Complete our easy online application and pay with credit card or PayPal
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Travel Safely
Your embassy will assist you if an emergency (eg. Natural disasters, civil unrest, etc) occur
Why Register with the Embassy
Travel Registration is a service provided by the government. This service allows you to record information about your
upcoming trip abroad to the Department of State so it can be used to assist you in case of an emergency. People residing abroad can also get routine
information from their nearest embassy or consulate if registered.
Required Information to Apply
Once You Have Registered With Your Embassy Or Consulate, You Will Need To Update Your Data If:
- your contact details change,
- your civil status changes,
- you are going back to your home country.
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Questions?
Who can apply for the Nigeria eVisa?
Travelers from countries that are not visa-exempt—such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, India, South Africa, China, and many EU and African countries—are eligible to apply for the Nigeria e-Visa online.
This visa is suitable for tourism, business visits, short-term education, medical trips, and family visits.
How do I apply for the Nigeria eVisa and what is the process?
You must apply online through the official Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) portal. After completing the form and uploading documents, you pay the visa fee (which varies by nationality).
Upon approval, you’ll receive an e-Visa approval letter, which you must print and present at your port of entry for biometric capture and final visa issuance.
How long is the Nigeria eVisa valid and how soon should I apply?
The visa is usually valid for 30 or 90 days, depending on the type selected (single or multiple entry). Processing takes about three to five business days, though it’s recommended to apply at least one to two weeks before travel.
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