How to apply for e visa in Nigeria?

Under the Nigeria Visa Policy (NVP) 2020, the Electronic Visa allows applicants to expedite the visa process online by applying and uploading requirements electronically. The maximum of 90 day Short Visit e-Visa is subject to pre-approval through an Electronic Travel Authorisation Letter (eTAL) that should be printed out from the system before the arrival of the visa applicant in Nigeria.

How to Obtain an e-Visa

To obtain an eTAL, decide on which of the obtainable eVisa types is most suitable for your purpose in Nigeria. Verify your eligibility for that visa type. Do a checklist of requirements for that visa. Get a computer with an internet connection and a modern browser, and then follow the instructions below.

 

Step by Step

 

  1. Start Online Application for e-Visa.
  2. Fill form and upload all Required Documents.
  3. Complete the Online Payment Accordingly.
  4. Print out the payment slip/receipt.
  5. Verify that you received Email Confirmation.
  6. Wait for Approval of your application.
    Typically takes about 16 to 48 hours
  7. If approved, you should receive the eTAL by email.
  8. Print out the eTAL and travel to Nigeria.
    Authorised ports of entry only – Abuja and Lagos Airports

eTAL Sample

 

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Note: Not all nationalities qualify for all e-Visas and not all types of visas can be obtained through the e-Visa System. See applicable list below.

 

Obtainable e-Visa Types

Not all visa types are obtainable through the eVisa System. Please see the applicable types below

 

  • F3B – Transit Without Visa:

    No Entry. Maximum of 48 Hours within the Airport. Also obtainable on Arrival – Visa On Arrival (VoA)

  • F4A – Business – Single Entry Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F4C – Business – Frequently Traveled Executives Visa:

    Single/Multiple Entry Visa, requires at least $250,000 USD investment in Nigeria. Allows a maximum stay of 90 days for each entry. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions and Visa On Arrival Program (VoA) which applies only to certain nationalities.

  • F5A – Tourism Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or or Visa Application Centers and Visa On Arrival Program (VoA) which applies only to certain nationalities.

  • F7A – Journalist Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7C – Medical Tourism Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7D – Religious Tourism Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7E – Sport Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7F – Entertainer Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7G – Study Tour Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7H – Academic Exchange Program (AEP) Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7I – International Culture Exchange Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7J – Humanitarian Service Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F7K – Emergency/Relief Work Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers and Visa On Arrival Program (VoA) which applies only to certain nationalities.

  • F7L – Staff of International NGO Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers and Visa On Arrival Program (VoA) which applies only to certain nationalities.

  • F7M – Staff of NGO Visa:

    Single Entry. Maximum of 90 days. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers.

  • F9A – Returning Nigerian by Birth Visa:

    Single/Multiple Entry Reciprocity Visa. Maximum of 90 days for each stay. Also obtainable through the Nigerian Consular Missions or Visa Application Centers and Visa On Arrival Program (VoA).