Nigeria tourist eVisa

Q: How long can I stay?

Up to 30 days on the tourist eVisa.

Q: Can I extend it?

No. The tourist eVisa is not extendable.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

At least 6 months with 2 blank visa pages.

Q: Where do I apply?

Use the eVisa link on immigration.gov.ng.

Last checked: 19 October 2026 · Africa entry rules

Nigeria's tourist eVisa permits one entry and a stay of up to 30 days for tourism or sightseeing. It cannot be extended and does not permit work ¹. Applicants need a passport valid for at least six months with two blank visa pages, a photograph, return ticket, accommodation evidence and proof of funds ^1,2. The Immigration Service lists a 48-hour service target for eligible online cases. Fees depend on nationality and category, so check the official payment screen ^2,3.

Stay: Up to 30 days ¹
Entries: Single ¹
Extension: Not extendable ¹
Passport: At least 6 months and 2 blank visa pages ²
Service target: 48 hours for eligible online cases ²
Official portal: Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa ^1,3
Checked: 19 October 2026

What the tourist eVisa allows

The Nigeria Immigration Service lists the tourist eVisa for leisure and sightseeing. It permits a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days. Employment and extension are not permitted ¹.

Documents

Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank visa pages ².
Passport photograph ^1,2.
Return ticket and accommodation or host address ^1,2.
Bank statement or other evidence of sufficient funds ^1,2.
Birth certificate and parental consent for a minor ².

Application and payment

Apply through the eVisa link on immigration.gov.ng, upload the category-specific documents and pay the fee returned by the official system. The certificate is sent by email ^1,2.

Nigeria's fee depends on nationality and visa class. The Immigration Service tells applicants to confirm the official site and avoid anyone selling expedited approval for an extra charge ³.

Landing and exit card

Nigeria Immigration has implemented an automated landing and exit card alongside the eVisa system. Follow the current government portal instructions for any declaration required for the trip ⁴.

Common questions

How long can I stay?

Up to 30 days on the tourist eVisa ¹.

Can I extend it?

No. The tourist eVisa is not extendable ¹.

How long must my passport be valid?

At least 6 months with 2 blank visa pages ².

How much does it cost?

The amount depends on nationality and visa class. Use the official payment screen ^2,3.

Where do I apply?

Use the eVisa link on immigration.gov.ng ^1,3.

Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email [email protected] with the official link.

Sources

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Official Sierra Leone visa-on-arrival fees, 30-day validity, passport rule, eVisa portal and the unconfirmed airport-fee status.
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