Visit the Nigeria Immigration e-Visa portal
Go to immigration.gov.ng and click "Apply for e-Visa". Processing time is stated as 48 hours.
Countries Nigerians can visit visa-free, visa on arrival destinations, e-Visa guide and how to get a visa to Nigeria.
Nigerian passport holders can enter these countries without a visa in advance:
⚠️ Always verify entry requirements directly with the destination country's embassy before travelling. Rules change frequently.
Nigeria launched its e-Visa system on 1 May 2025. Most nationalities can now apply online before travelling:
All 15 ECOWAS member states have visa-free access to Nigeria. Additionally, holders of diplomatic passports from Brazil, China, Namibia, Singapore and South Africa don't need a visa. Most other nationalities can apply for an e-Visa online at immigration.gov.ng.
The Nigerian passport ranks #88 globally on the Henley Passport Index with access to 44 countries visa-free or on arrival. This is a relatively limited ranking compared to strong passports — UK (#4), USA (#7), Germany (#3) — but Nigerian citizens can access most African countries freely via ECOWAS.
Yes — Nigerians require a Standard Visitor Visa to enter the UK. Apply online at gov.uk. You'll need proof of funds, accommodation, return tickets and ties to Nigeria. Processing typically takes 3 weeks.
Yes — Nigerians need a B1/B2 visitor visa for the USA. Apply at the US Embassy in Lagos or Abuja via ng.usembassy.gov. Wait times for interviews can be several months. Always apply well in advance.
Apply online at the Nigeria Immigration Service portal: immigration.gov.ng. You'll need your birth certificate, guarantor's form, and supporting documents. Standard processing takes 6–8 weeks. Express processing is available at higher cost.