Top 10 Types of Nigerian Visas [2023]

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This Page Covers the 10 Types of Nigerian Visa, their subtypes, Eligibility, Requirements, Duration of visa, and restricted activities According to the Nigerian Immigration Website (immigration.gov.ng).

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1. Tourism, Transit & Visiting Visa

Short Visit Visas allow travelers to visit Nigeria for a period not exceeding three months.

Visiting Visa- Multiple Entry

F6B – Visiting (Multiple Entry) Visa is to visit Nigeria for the purpose of a social visit to family and friends, based on reciprocity

Eligibility

Citizens of countries that oﬀer similar multiple entry visas to Nigerian citizens

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Invitation letter from family/friend in Nigeria
Return ticket
Evidence of suﬃcient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple Entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days per visit

Permitted Activities

Permitted for a social visit only

Restricted Activities

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Transit Visa

Transit Visa – F3B is for the passengers with onward ticket to the next destination

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Subcategory

Transit

Eligibility

Transit Passengers who have an onward ticket to the next destination where entry is guaranteed and wish to enter Nigeria before proceeding on the onward journey

Requirements

Onward ticket to the next destination

Visa Validity

1-7 days

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Transit Permit not exceeding 7 days

Permitted Activities

Permitted to enter Nigeria for 1-7 days maximum

Restricted Activities

Valid for single entry

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Transit without Visa

F3A is for transfer/direct transit passengers not staying beyond 48 hours

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Subcategory

Transit

Eligibility

Transit Traveler

Requirements

Onward ticket

Visa Validity

N/A

Permit Type and duration of Stay

48 hours maximum

Permitted Activities

Connect ﬂight to the next destination, transfer/direct transit

Restricted Activities

Not permitted to go outside the airport

Permitted Visa Channels

Tourism Visa

Tourism Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of tourism in Nigeria

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Tourism

Eligibility

All foreign Nationals except citizens of ECOWAS Member State Cameroonians and Chadians and other countries with which Nigeria has entered into visa abolition/waiver agreements

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Two (2) recent passport sized (35x40mm) photographs
Return Ticket
Evidence of Sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single Entry. Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted for Tourism purposes only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
E-visa
Visa on Arrival(VoA)

Visiting Visa – Single Entry

F6A – Vising (Single Entry) Visa is to visit Nigeria for the purpose of social visit to family and friends

Sub category

Visiting

Eligibility

Persons with friends and family in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Invitation letter from family/friend in Nigeria attached with copy of Nigerian Passport data page OR copy of residence permit
Return ticket
Evidence of suﬃcient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation /host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted for social visit only

Restricted Activicties

Not Permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

2. Nigerians by Birth and Their Relatives

Permanent Residence Visas permit certain class of individuals to obtain permanent residence status in Nigeria. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Nigerian By Birth

Returning holders of other national passport who are Nigerians by birth – F9A:

F9A – Visa is issued to returning holders of other national passports who are Nigerians by birth

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Nigerian By Birth

Eligibility

Nigerians by birth in accordance with Section 25 of Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended holding other National Passports

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Evidence of Registration with Nigerian Embassy
Return ticket
Evidence of suﬃcient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single or multiple entry (based on reciprocity). Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted for social and business related visits

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work. Interchangeable use of Passports is not allowed for single return journey

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa
Visa on Arrival (VoA)

Nigerians by Birth and Relatives of Nigerians

Nigerian by birth who Renounced Nigerian Citizenship Visa – N2A

N2A – Nigerian by birth who Renounced Nigerian Citizenship Visa is a class of Permanent Residence Visas issued to Nigerians by birth who renounced Nigerian citizenship, in fulﬁlment of the provision of Section 37 (12) of Immigration Act 2015

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Sub category

Nigerians by Birth and Relatives of Nigerians

Eligibility

Nigerians by birth who renounced Nigerian citizenship

Requirements

Certiﬁcate of renunciation of Nigerian Citizenship
Application for N2A visa by Nigerian who renounced citizenship

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit indefinite(password validity )

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Spouse of Nigerian Citizen Visa – N1A

N1A – Spouse of Nigerian Citizen Visa is a class of Permanent Residence Visas issued to Spouses of Nigerian Citizens, in line with the provision of Section 37 (10) of Immigration Act 2015

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Sub category

Nigerians by Birth and Relatives of Nigerians

Eligibility

Spouse of Nigerian Citizens

Requirements

Evidence of Marriage
Application by Nigerian spouse

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple Entry. Residence Permit Indeﬁnite (Passport Validity)

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not valid for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Spouse of Nigerian by birth who Renounced Nigerian Citizenship Visa – N2B

N2B Visa – is a class of Permanent Residence Visas issued to Spouse of Nigerians by birth who renounced Nigerian citizenship

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Sub category

Nigerians by Birth and Relatives of Nigerians

Eligibility

Spouse of Nigerians by birth who renounced Nigerian citizenship

Requirements

Evidence of Marriage
Application for N2BVisa by Nigerian spouse who renounced citizenship

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit Indeﬁnite (Passport Validity)

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

3. Employment Visa

Temporary Residence Visas allow individuals reside in Nigeria for a period not exceeding two years. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Employment Expatriate (Government Official)

Spouse of GO Visa – R4B

R4A – Spouse of Employed Expatriate (Government Official) Visa is issued to the spouse of Expatriate employed by Government as Government Official in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Emloyment Expatirate (Government Official)

Eligibility

Spouse accompanying Expatriates employed by Government in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R4B Visa by the Employer (Government) accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to Expatriate employed by Government

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of GO

R4E – Visa is issued to aged parents (65 years and above) of expatriates employed by Government

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Emloyment Expatirate (Government Official)

Eligibility

Aged parents (65 years and above) accompanying employed Expatriates employed by Government in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R4E Visa by the Employer (Government) accepting immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to Expatriate employed by Government

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of GO

R4D – Dependent of Employed Expatriate (GO) Visa is issued to dependents of expatriates employed by Government, who are 18 years and above

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Emloyment Expatirate (Government Official)

Eligibility

Dependent (18 years and above) accompanying expatriate employed by Government in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R4D Visa from the Employer (Government) accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal Immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependant spouse to Expatriate employed by Government

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of GO (Minor) Visa

R4B – Dependents (Minor) of Employed Expatriate (Government Official) Visa is visa issued to dependents of expatriates employed by Government, who are less than 18 years of age

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Emloyment Expatirate (Government Official)

Eligibility

Dependents (less than 18 years) accompanying Expatriates employed by Government in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R4C Visa by the Employer (Government) accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to Expatriate employed by Government

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Employment Expatriate ( Government Official) Visa

R4A – Employment Visa – Expatriate (Government official) is issued to expatriates who wish to obtain employment with Nigerian Government Official in Nigeria.

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Emloyment Expatirate (Government Official)

Eligibility

Expatriates wishing to work as Government officials in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Employment letter by the Government
Offer and Acceptance letter

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Work permit 2 Years. Renewable

Permited Activicties

Employed as Government official in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Double Employment

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Spouse of Expatriate Visa

R2B – Spouse Expatriate Visa is issued to spouse of employed expatriate placed on quota in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Emloyment Expatirate (Government Official)

Eligibility

Spouse of employed expatriates placed on quota

Requirements

Formal application for R2B Visa from the Employer/Institution of principal accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to employed Expatriate on quota

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Employment (Cleric)

Spouse of Cleric Visa – R6B

R6B – Employment Visa (Cleric) is issued to Spouse of employed cleric in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Cleric)

Eligibility

Spouse accompanying employed Cleric

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R6B Visa by the Employer accepting immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to employed cleric

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Cleric

Employment Visa (Cleric) is issued to aged parents (65 years and above of employed of employed cleric in Nigeria as dependents

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Cleric)

Eligibility

Aged Parents (65 years and above) accompanying employed cleric

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R6E Visa by the employer accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter of principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to employed cleric

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Cleric (18 years and above) Visa – R6D

Visa is issued to dependent (Aged parents, 65 years and above) of Permanent Resident Visa holders (Investors, Highly Skilled Immigrants and Retirees) who wish to reside in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Cleric)

Eligibility

Dependents (Aged parents
65 years and above) of holders of N3A
N3B
N3C
N3D
N3E
N4A
N5A and N5B Visas

Requirements

Application for R6D visa by the principal

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Cleric (Minor) Visa

Employment Visa (Cleric) is issued to dependents of employed cleric in Nigeria who are less than 18 years of age who wish to obtain employment as a cleric in Nigeria.

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Cleric)

Eligibility

Dependant (less than 18 years) accompanying employed cleric

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R6C Visa by the employer accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter of principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to employed cleric

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Employment (Cleric) Visa – R6A

Employment Visa (Cleric) is issued to expatriates who wish to obtain employment as a cleric in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Cleric)

Eligibility

Cleric

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Expatriate Quota
Formal application for R6A Visa by the Employer accepting Immigration Responsibility

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Work permit 2 Years. Renewable

Permited Activicties

Employed as cleric and perform clergy services

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Expatriate

R3E – Visa is issued to aged parents (65 years and above) of employed expatriate in Free Zones

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate – Free Zone)

Eligibility

Aged parents (65 years and above) of employed expatriates in free zones

Requirements

Formal application for R3E Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal Immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to employed Expatriate in Free zone

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Expatriate

R3D – Visa is issued to dependents of employed expatriate in Free Zones who are 18 years and above

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate – Free Zone)

Eligibility

Dependent (18 years and above) accompanying employed expatriates in free zones

Requirements

Formal application for R3D Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal Immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to employed Expatriate in Free zone

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Expatriate

R3C – Dependent of Expatriate-Free Zone Visa is issued to dependent of employed expatriate in Free Zones who are less than 18 years of age

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate – Free Zone)

Eligibility

Dependent less than18 years accompanying employed expatriates in free zones

Requirements

Formal application for R3C Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal Immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to employed Expatriate in Free zone

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Spouse of Expatriate

R3B – Spouse Expatriate-Free Zone Visa is issued to spouse of employed expatriate in Free Zones.

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate – Free Zone)

Eligibility

Spouse of employed expatriates in free zones in Nigeria

Requirements

Formal application for R3B Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal Immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to employed Expatriate in Free zone

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Employment

R3A – Employment Visa (Free Zone) is a type of visa issued to expatriates who wish to obtain within free zones employment in Nigeria.

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate – Free Zone)

Eligibility

Expatriates wishing to work within free zones in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R3A Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Free Zone Authority letter
Letters of offer of appointment and acceptance of offer
Educational qualifications and Curriculum Vitae

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Work permit 2 Years. Renewable

Permited Activicties

Employment within Free Zone in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Employment (Expatriate) Visa

R2A – Employment Visa (Expatriate) is a type of visa issued to persons who wish to take up employment in Nigeria, based on expatriate quota

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate)

Eligibility

Employed Expatriates to be placed on quota

Requirements

Passport valid for t least least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R2A Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Expatriate quota approval
Letters of offer of appointment and acceptance of offer
Educational qualifications and Curriculum Vitae

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Work permit 2 Years. Renewable

Permited Activicties

Employment in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Expatriate (Minor) Visa

R2C – Dependents of Expatriate Visa is issued to dependent of employed expatriate placed on quota who are less than 18 years of age

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate)

Eligibility

Dependants less than 18 years accompanying employed Expatriates on quota

Requirements

Formal application for R2C Visa form the Employer/Institution of the principal accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to employed Expatriate on quota

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Expatriate

R2D – Dependents of Expatriate (18 Years and above) Visa is issued to dependent of employed expatriate on quota who are 18 years and above

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate)

Eligibility

Aged parents (65 years and above) accompanying employed Expatriates in Free Zones

Requirements

Formal application for R2D Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility Expatriate quota approval
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit 2 Years subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to employed Expatriate on quota

Restricted Activicties

Dependent of employed expatriates placed on quota

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of Expatriatea

R2E – Visa is issued to aged parents (65 years and above) of employed expatriate on quotas as dependent

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (Expatriate)

Eligibility

Aged parents ( 65 years and above) of employed expatriates placed on quota

Requirements

Upload Formal application for R2E Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to employed Expatriate on quota

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Employment (INGO) Visa – R5A

R5A – Employment Visa (INGO) is issued to expatriates who wish to obtain employment with International Non-Governmental Organisation operating in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (International NGO)

Eligibility

INGO workers

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
MoU with Nigeria National Planning Commission (NPC) and appropriate security clearance (for special security cases)
Formal application for R5A Visa by the Employer accepting immigration responsibility

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Work Permit 2 years. Renewable

Permited Activicties

Employment INGO staff in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Spouse of INGO Staff Visa – R5B

R5B – Employment Visa – Spouse of INGO Staff is issued to spouse of INGO Staff

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (International NGO)

Eligibility

Spouse accompanying INGO Staff

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R5B visa by the employer of the spouse accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to INGO Staff

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted to work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of INGO (Minor) Visa – R5C

R5C – Employment Visa-Dependent (Minor) of INGO Staff is Visa issued to dependents of INGO Staff, who are less than 18 years of age

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (International NGO)

Eligibility

Dependent (less than 18 years) accompanying INGO staff

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R5C Visa by the employer accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to INGO Staff

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of INGO

Employment Visa-Dependent (18 years and above) of INGO Staff is Visa issued to dependents of INGO Staff, who are 18 years and above

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (International NGO)

Eligibility

Aged parents (65 years and above) accompanying INGO staff

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R5E Visa by the employer accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to INGO Staff

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of INGO

Employment Visa-Dependent (18 years and above) of INGO Staff is Visa issued to dependents of INGO Staff, who are 18 years and above.

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (International NGO)

Eligibility

Aged parents (65 years and above) accompanying INGO staff

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R5E Visa by the employer accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to INGO Staff

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent of INGO Staff

R5D – Employment Visa – Dependent (18 years and above) of INGO Staff is issued to dependents of INGO Staff who are 18 years and above

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Employment (International NGO)

Eligibility

Dependents (18 years and above) accompanying INGO Staff

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R5D Visa by the Employer (Government) accepting Immigration Responsibility
Letter from the principal immigrant

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to INGO Staff

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

4. Diplomatic Visa

Accredited Diplomat

Spouse of Accredited Diplomat – R1B

R1B – Spouse of Accredited Diplomat Visa is issued to spouse of accredited Diplomats to Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Accredited Diplomat

Eligibility

Spouse of Accredited Diplomat

Requirements

Letter from Nigeria Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Diplomatic Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to accredited Diplomat

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work except where there is an MoU

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Accredited Diplomat Visa – R1A

Accredited Diplomat Visa is issued to accredited Diplomats to Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Accredited Diplomat

Eligibility

Accredited Diplomats

Requirements

Letter from Nigeria Ministry of foreign Affairs
Diplomatic Passport

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Diplomatic Work permit 2 years(Renewable)

Permited Activicties

Diplomatic activities/Work in Nigeria as accredited diplomat

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Diplomatic

Dependant of Diplomat

Visa is issued to aged parents(65 Years and above) of accredited Diplomat as dependents with each case treated on its merit

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Diplomatic

Eligibility

Aged parents (65 years and above) of accredited diplomats

Requirements

Letter from Nigeria Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Diplomatic Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependant to accredited Diplomat

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependant of Diplomat

Visa is a type of visa issued to dependents of accredited Diplomat who are 18 years and abovVisa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Diplomatic

Eligibility

Dependents – 18 years and above accompanying accredited diplomats

Requirements

Letter from Nigeria Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Diplomatic Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to accredited Diplomat

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependant of Diplomat (Minor) Visa- R1C

Visa is a type of visa issued to dependents of accredited Diplomat who are less than 18 years of age

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Diplomatic

Eligibility

Dependents less than 18 years accompanying accredited diplomats

Requirements

Letter from Nigeria Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Diplomatic Residence permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as dependent to accredited Diplomat

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Diplomatic Visa (Non- accredited)

Diplomatic( Non-accredited) Visa is a single-entry short visit visa for non-accredited Diplomats who wish to enter Nigeria for official/business.

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Diplomatic

Eligibility

Non Accredited Diplomats
Temporary Work Diplomats

Requirements

Diplomatic/official Passport with at least six months validity

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

F2A Visa permit attendance of meetings, conference, seminar

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for employment and stay beyond 90 days (Non-accredited Diplomats)
Temporary work permitted within the Embassy (Temporary work Diplomats)

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

5. Academic Visa

Academic Exchange Programme

Spouse of AEP Visa – R8B

R8B – Spouse of AEP Visa is issued to Spouse of Academic Exchange Programme (AEP) participant to reside in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Academic Exchange Programme

Eligibility

Spouse accompanying AEP participant

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R8B Visa by the institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Evidence of marriage
Evidence of Spouse Residence Permit
Evidence of funds to sustain the family

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to AEP participant

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Academic exchange programme (AEP)

AEP Visa is issued for the purpose of Resident Academic Exchange Program (AEP) in Nigeria.

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Academic Exchange Programme

Eligibility

Students
scholars
lecturers
researchers
sabbaticals
law enforcement and security officers

Requirements

Passport valid for expected duration of study with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
MoU with relevant MDA and institutions
Formal application for R7A Visa by the employer accepting Immigration Responsibility

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence permit 2 Years. Renewable

Permited Activicties

To reside to participate in AEP in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Academic Exchange Programme (Student, scholar, Lecturer) Visa – F7H

F7H – Academic Exchange Programme (AEP) Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of academic exchange programme

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Academic Exchange Programme

Eligibility

Students
Scholars and Lecturers

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Invitation letter from Institution in Nigeria
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted tp perform academic exchange programme only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work or schooling

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Interns

Interns Visa – R9A

R9A – Intern Visa is issued to persons who wish to undergo resident internship programme in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Interns

Eligibility

Interns

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 2 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter of acceptance of internship by institution in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit 1 year

Permited Activicties

To undergo resident internship programme in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Student

Spouse of Student Visa – R7B

R7B – Spouse of Student Visa is issued to spouse of international student in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Student

Eligibility

Spouse accompanying student

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R7B Visa by the institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Copy of spouse Residence Permit
Evidence of marriage
Evidence of funds to sustain the family

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

Reside in Nigeria as accompanying spouse to student

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Student Visa – R7A

R7A – Student Visa is issued for the purpose of schooling in Nigeria

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Student

Eligibility

International Students

Requirements

Passport valid for expected duration of study with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Admission Leer from an accredited institution
Formal application for R7A Visa by the Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Proof of payment of required minimum tuition fee

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit 2 years. Renewable

Permited Activicties

To school in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

6. Business Visa

Short Visit Visas allow travelers to visit Nigeria for a period not exceeding three months. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Business-frequently Travelled Executive visa

F4C – Business – Frequently Travelled Executives Visa is for frequently travelled business persons of international repute with investment(USD250,000) remaining in Nigeria

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Business

Eligibility

Frequently Travelled business persons with investment up to USD250
000 in Nigeria

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Two (2) recent passport sized (35x40mm) photographs
Return Ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days per visit

Permited Activicties

Permitted to participate in meeting, conference, seminar, contract negotiation, marketing, sales, purchase and distribution of Nigerian Goods, and trade Fairs

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa
Visa on Arrival (VoA)

Business- Multiple Entry Visa – F4B

Business-Multiple Entry Visa is to be issued on the basis of reciprocity

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Business

Eligibility

Citizens of countries who offer similar multiple entry business visa to Nigerian citizens

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with least 2 blank passport pages for endorsement
Two (2) recent passport sized (35x40mm) photographs
Return Ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to participate in meeting, conference, seminar, contract negotiation, marketing, sales, procurement of Nigerian goods/services, Trade Fairs, and job interviews

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Business Visa (Single Entry) – F4A

Business-Single Entry Visa is for those who wish to visit Nigeria for business, meeting, conference, seminar, contract negotiation, marketing, sales, procurement of Nigerian goods/services, trade fairs and job interview

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Business

Eligibility

Foreign travellers who wish to visit Nigeria for the purpose of attending a meeting
conference
seminar
contract negotiation
marketing
sales
procurement of Nigerian goods
services
trade fairs
and job interviews

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank Visa pages for endorsement
Two (2) recent passport sized (35x40mm) photographs
Return Ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to participate in only the above mentioned activities/purposes

Restricted Activicties

Valid for single entry only. Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

7. Relatives of Permanent Residents

Dependent

N6D – Visa is issued to dependent (Aged parents, 65 years and above) of Permanent Resident Visa holders (Investors, Highly Skilled Immigrants and Retirees) who wish to reside in Nigeria

Visa Category

Sub category

Relatives of Permanent Residents

Eligibility

Dependants (Aged parents
65 years and above) of holders of N3A
N3B
N3C
N3D
N3E
N4A
N5A and N5B Visas

Requirements

Application for N6D visa by the principal

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria.

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent (18 years and above) of Permanent Resident Visa – N6C

N6C – Visa is issued to dependent (18 years and above) of Permanent Residents Visa holders (Investors, Highly Skilled Immigrants and Retirees) who wish to reside in Nigeria

Visa Category

Sub category

Relatives of Permanent Residents

Eligibility

Dependants (18 years and above) of holders of N3A
N3B
N3C
N3D
N3E
N4A
N5A and N5B Visas

Requirements

Applicaon for N6AC visa by the principal

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Dependent (Less than 18 years) of Permanent Resident Visa – N6B

N6B – Visa is issued to dependent (less than 18 years) of Permanent Resident Visa holders (Investors, Highly Skilled Immigrants and Retirees) who wish to reside in Nigeria

Visa Category

Sub category

Relatives of Permanent Residents

Eligibility

Dependents (less than 18 years) of holders of N3A
N3B
N3C
N3D
N3E
N4A
N5A and N5B Visas

Requirements

Application for N6B visa by the principal

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Spouse of Permanent Resident Visa – N6A

N6A- Visa is issued to spouse of Permanent Resident Visa holders (Investors, Highly Skilled Immigrant and Retiree) who wish to reside in Nigeria

Visa Category

Sub category

Relatives of Permanent Residents

Eligibility

Spouse of holders of N3A
N3B
N3C
N3D
N3E
N4A
N5A and N5B Visas

Requirements

Application for N6A visa by the principal
Evidence of marriage

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit subject to validity of the principal

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

8. Temporary Work Permit

Temporary Work Permit – F8A

F8A – Temporary Work Permit (TWP) Visa is a single entry visa issued to experts invited by corporate bodies for short period of me for the purpose of providing specialized skilled services, such as after sales Installation /Commissioning/ Upgrading/Maintenance/Repairs of equipment and machinery, Training /capacity building for Nigerian staﬀ, Audit of machinery/ equipment and ﬁnancial records . It is an authorized visa issued at Nigerian Embassy after the approval of the Comptroller General of Immigration

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Temporary Work Permit

Eligibility

Experts invited by corporate bodies

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Visa Authority Leer (pre-approved visa letter)
Return ticket
Evidence of suﬃcient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Temporary Work/Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform specialized skilled services listed above

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Temporary Work Permit (6 months) – R11

R11 – Temporary Work Permit (6 months) Visa is a multiple entry visa issued to experts invited by corporate bodies for the purpose of providing specialised skilled services, such as after sales installation/commissioning/upgrading/Maintenance/Repairs of equipment and machinery, Training/Capacity building for Nigerian staff, Audit of machinery/equipment and financial records. It is an authorised visa issued at Nigerian Embassy after the approval of the Controller General of Immigration

Visa Category

Temporary Residence Visa

Sub category

Temporary Work Permit (6 months)

Eligibility

Persons wishing to obtain employment in Nigeria on temporary basis

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Formal application for R11 Visa from the Employer/Institution accepting Immigration Responsibility
Evidence of financial support
Letter of Offer of Appointment and Acceptance of Offer
Educational qualifications and Curriculum Vitae

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Work Permit 6 months (non-renewable)

Permited Activicties

Permitted for temporary work

Restricted Activicties

6 months permit is non-renewable

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

9. Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Short Visit Visas allow travelers to visit Nigeria for a period not exceeding three months. Classes of Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below.

Journalist Visa

F7A – Journalist Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of media and journalism

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Journalists and Media Practitioners

Requirements

Passport valid for 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Appropriate clearance from the Federal Ministry of Information and culture
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to carrying out journalism and media related activities only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Cleric Visa – F7B

Cleric Visa is a single entry visa issued to religious officials for the purpose of providing religious services such as preaching, seminar and conferences

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Clerics

Requirements

Passport valid for 6 months validity with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter of invitation from religious body in Nigeria
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria
Subject to clearance

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform religious services only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Medical Tourism Visa – F7C

Medical Tourism Visa is issued for the purpose of receiving medical care in Nigeria

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Persons in need of medical attention
Person accompanying medical patient

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter from Health Care Provider in Nigeria
Return Ticket
Evidence of suﬃcient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted for medical tourism activities only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Religious Tourism Visa

F7D – Religious Tourism Visa is a single entry visa issued to religious faithfuls/adherents/followers for the purpose of attending religious activities/programmes

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Religious faithfuls/adherents/followers

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Return ticket
Evidence of suﬃcient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to attend religious activities/programmes as followers only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Sports Visa

F7E – Sports Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of sporting activities

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Sports men/women
oﬃcials and organized supporters club

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter from Federal/State Ministry of Sports
Fixtures
Return ticket
Evidence of suﬃcient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single Entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform sporting activities only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Artist(e)/Entertainer/Musician Visa

Artist(e) Entertainer/ Musician Visa is a single entry visa issued to visit Nigeria for the purpose of performance as an artist(e),entertainer or musician

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Performing artist(e)s
entertainers or musicians

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Invitation letter from event organizer
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to create/perform play, art, entertainment, music, dance, drama, comedy and other activities in the creative industry

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Study Tour Visa

F7G – Study Tour Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of study tour

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Students
Scholars
Course Participants

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter from approved institution in Nigeria
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform study tour only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work or schooling

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

International Cultural Exchange Visa

F7I – International Cultural Exchange Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of cultural exchange activities

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Citizens of countries with which Nigeria has a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cultural exchange programme

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with relevant government agency
Return Ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform cultural exchange programme only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted to obtain work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Humanitarian Services Visa

F7J – Humanitarian Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of humanitarian services

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Humanitarian Workers

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter (MoU from National Planning Commission)
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform humanitarian activities only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Emergency Relief Work Visa

F7K – Emergency Relief Work Visa is a single entry visa issued for the purpose of emergency/relief work

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Applicable for emergency relief workers

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter of request from relevant government agency
Return Ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Visitors permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform emergency/relief work only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa
Visa On Arrival(VoA)

Staff of INGO Visa

F7L – Staff of INGO Visa is a single entry visa issued to staff of International Non Governmental Organisations for the purpose of INGO activities

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Staff of INGOs

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
MoU between Government of Nigeria and the INGO
Letter of invitation by INGO in Nigeria
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform INGO related activities only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

Staff of NGO Visa

F7M – Staff of NGO Visa is a single entry visa issued to visiting staff of Non Governmental-Organisations(NGOs)

Visa Category

Short Visit Visa

Sub category

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Eligibility

Staff of NGOs

Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank visa pages for endorsement
Letter of invitation by NGO in Nigeria
Return ticket
Evidence of sufficient funds
Evidence of hotel reservation/host address in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Single entry. Visitors Permit not exceeding 90 days

Permited Activicties

Permitted to perform NGO related activities only

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy
e-Visa

10. Highly-skilled Immigrants and Retirees

Highly-skilled Immigrants and Retirees

Retirement Visa (Retiree from abroad)

N5B-Retirement Visa (Retire from Abroad) is issued to retirees (65 years and above) who retired abroad and wish to reside in Nigeria

Visa Category

Sub category

Highly-skilled Immigrants and Retirees

Eligibility

Foreign National Refrees (65 years and above) who refred abroad

Requirements

importation of funds (Bank instruction)
Health insurance
Evidence of means of livelihood

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit (2 years renewable)

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Retirement Visa (Retired in Nigeria) – N5A

N5A- Retirement Visa (Retired in Nigeria) is issued to retires who wish to reside in Nigeria after 20 years of service and aged 65 years and above

Visa Category

Sub category

Highly-skilled Immigrants and Retirees

Eligibility

Foreign National Retires (65 years and above) who retired in Nigeria after a minimum of 20 years of Service

Requirements

Retirement letter in Nigeria/Records
Evidence of means of livelihood

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit 2 years (renewable)

Permited Activicties

To reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Highly Skilled Immigrant Visa – N4A

N4A- Highly Skilled Immigrant Visa is issued to foreign nationals who possess knowledge, abilities and technical knowhow to be classiﬁed as highly skilled in the areas considered relevant to the current and future needs of the Nigerian economy

Visa Category

Sub category

Highly-skilled Immigrants and Retirees

Eligibility

Foreign nationals who possess knowledge
abilities and technical knowhow to be classiﬁed as highly skilled in the areas considered relevant to the current and future needs of the Nigerian economy

Requirements

Recommendaon by Naonal Scarce Skills Audit
Veed Credenals and Curriculum Vitae/skill

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Work Permit 5 years (Indeﬁnite)

Permited Activicties

To work and reside in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Investors

Investors Visa (Ultra Large Corporation) – N3D

N3D – Investor Visa (Ultra Large Scale Corporaons) – is issued to potenal ultra large corporaon investors who wish to invest in Nigeria

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Sub category

Investors

Eligibility

Ultra Large Scale Corporation investors

Requirements

Evidence of US$10 000 000 and above as importation and retention of investors capital
Police report from countries in which applicant was resident in the last 5 years
Documentary proof of investment in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit 5 years (renewable)

Permited Activicties

To invest and reside in Nigeria. Investor capital retained in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Investors Visa (Large Corporation) – N3C

N3C – Investor Visa (Large Scale Corporaons) – is issued to potenal large corporaon investors who wish to invest in Nigeria

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Sub category

Investors

Eligibility

Large Scale Cooperation investors

Requirements

Evidence of US$1 000 000 – US$10 000 000 as importation and retention of investors capital
Police report from countries in which applicant was resident in the last 5 years
Documentary proof of investment in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit 5 years (renewable)

Permited Activicties

To invest and reside in Nigeria. Investor capital retained in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Investors Visa (Small Enterprise) – N3A

N3A – Investor Visa (Small Scale Enterprise) – is issued to potenal small enterprise investors who wish to invest in Nigeria

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Sub category

Investors

Eligibility

Small scale enterprise investors

Requirements

Evidence of US$250 000 to US$500 000 as importation and retention of investors capital
Police report from countries in which applicant was resident in the last 5 years
Documentary proof of investment in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Residence Permit 5 years (renewable)

Permited Activicties

To invest and reside in Nigeria. Investor capital retained in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Investors Visa (Oil/Gas/Power Sector)- N3E

N3E- Investor Visa (Ultra Large Corporaons) – is issued to potenal oil/gas/power sector investors who wish to invest in Nigeria

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Sub category

Investors

Eligibility

Oil/gas/power sector investors

Requirements

Evidence of US$100 000 000 as importation and retention of investors capital
Police report from countries in which applicant was resident in past 5 years
Documentary proof of investment in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entry. Residence Permit 5 years (renewable)

Permited Activicties

To invest and reside in Nigeria. Investor capital retained in Nigeria

Restricted Activicties

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy

Investors Visa (Medium Enterprise- N3B

N3B – Investor Visa (Medium Scale Enterprise) – is issued to potenal medium enterprise investors who wish to invest in Nigeria

Visa Category

Permanent Residence Visa

Subcategory

Investors

Eligibility

Medium-scale enterprise investors

Requirements

Evidence of US$500 000 – US$1 000 000 as importation and retention of investors capital
Police report from countries in which applicant was resident in the last 5 years
Documentary proof of investment in Nigeria

Visa Validity

Valid for not more than 90 days from the date of issuance

Permit Type and duration of Stay

Multiple entries. Residence Permit 5 years (renewable)

Permitted Activities

To invest and reside in Nigeria. Investor capital retained in Nigeria

Restricted Activities

Not permitted for work

Permitted Visa Channels

Embassy