Visa and entry, without the guesswork.
Nigeria no longer grants Visa on Arrival. Every visitor applies through the official NIS e-Visa portal before departure; ECOWAS citizens are exempt. Sources: NIS, UK FCDO, US State Dept.
Last reviewed May 2026
Tourism / Personal
Short-stay tourism, family visits, and personal travel.
- Fee
- est. USD 80–150
- Processing
- 3–5 business days
- Stay
- Up to 90 days
Business, Single Entry
Commercial visits, conferences, and short assignments.
- Fee
- est. USD 100–180
- Processing
- 3–5 business days
- Stay
- Up to 90 days
Business, Multiple Entry
Frequent business travel. Valid up to 12 months.
- Fee
- est. USD 200–350
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Stay
- 90 days per stay
Temporary Work Permit
Paid employment or professional services. Employer sponsorship mandatory.
- Fee
- est. USD 250–500
- Processing
- 10–15 business days
- Stay
- Up to 12 months
Subject to Regularisation
For eligible nationalities staying 90+ days. Regularise with NIS within 14 days of arrival.
- Fee
- est. USD 100+
- Processing
- On arrival
- Stay
- 90+ days
Free Movement
All 15 ECOWAS member states enter visa-free.
- Fee
- Free
- Processing
- Instant
- Stay
- Up to 90 days
No Visa on Arrival. All visas via the NIS portal before departure. ECOWAS citizens exempt.
6+ Weeks Before
Before you book flights
2 to 4 Weeks Before
Apply and prepare documents
24 to 48 Hours Before
Final checks
At Immigration
On arrival
Murtala Muhammed International
RecommendedLagos
Best for first-timers: most routes, full ground transport (Uber, Bolt, hotel shuttles). Confirm arrival at Terminal 2.
- GAT: domestic charters
- MMA2: Aero Contractors domestic
Nnamdi Azikiwe International
RecommendedAbuja, FCT
Best for business and north-central travel. Reliable ride-hailing, far less traffic than Lagos.
- Domestic terminal: Air Peace, Ibom Air, Dana
Mallam Aminu Kano International
Kano
- Domestic: Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt International
Rivers
- Domestic: good Lagos and Abuja links
Akanu Ibiam International
Enugu
- Domestic: serves the southeast
Benin Airport
Benin City, Edo
- Domestic terminal
Frequently asked.
Do US, UK, or Canadian citizens need a visa for Nigeria?
Yes. All three require an e-Visa via immigration.gov.ng before travel; Visa on Arrival is discontinued. Allow 3 to 5 business days, and do not book non-refundable flights until approved. Print the approval letter.
How long does a Nigeria e-Visa take?
Typically 3 to 5 business days. Apply at least a week before departure at immigration.gov.ng.
Which airports should international visitors use?
Lagos (LOS, Terminal 2) is the primary hub. Abuja (ABV) is better for northern and central destinations.
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