Visa requirements for Nigerian citizens are administrative entry restrictions imposed by the authorities of other states on citizens of Nigeria.
As of 2025, Nigerian citizens had visa-free or visa on arrival access to 57 countries and territories, ranking the Nigerian passport 80th in terms of travel freedom according to the Henley Passport Index. [1]
Where visa-free access is permitted, such access is not necessarily a right, and admission is at the discretion of border enforcement officers. Visitors engaging in activities other than tourism, including unpaid work, may require a visa or work permit.
Nigeria offers a Visa on Arrival (VOA) for eligible travelers, allowing them to obtain a visa upon entry. This process involves applying online, submitting necessary documents, and receiving an Electronic Travel Authorization Letter, which is presented at the border. [2]
The VOA is available for business travelers and citizens of African countries, excluding ECOWAS members.
Country | Visa requirement | Allowed stay | Notes (excluding departure fees) |
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The visa must be obtained in advance at the Embassies (Consulates) of the Republic of Armenia by invitation only. Invitations can be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by: a) a legal entity registered in the Republic of Armenia, b) authorities of the Republic of Armenia and foreign diplomatic representations, international organizations or their representatives accredited in the Republic of Armenia. Individuals must submit an invitation to the Migration and Citizenship Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Armenia. [16] | |
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![]() | eVisa / Visa on arrival [44] [45] | 30 days | |
![]() | Visa not required [46] | 90 days | |
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![]() | eVisa / Visa on arrival [131] [132] | 90 days | |
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![]() | Free visa on arrival [136] | 30 days | |
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![]() | Free Entry Permit on arrival [185] | 60 days | |
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![]() | Visa on arrival [218] | 30 days | |
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![]() | Visa on arrival [226] | 1 month | |
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![]() | eVisa [240] [241] | 90 days | |
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Territory | Conditions of access | Notes |
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![]() | Visa not required [249] | Arrival by sea to Gaza Strip not allowed. [250] |
![]() | Undefined visa regime in the Western Sahara controlled territory. | |
![]() | Visa on arrival | 30 days for 30 US dollars, payable on arrival. [251] [252] |
![]() | Visa not required [253] | Multiple entry visa to Russia and three day prior notification are required to enter South Ossetia. [254] [255] |
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![]() | Visa not required [258] | Registration required after 24h. [259] [260] |
Territory | Conditions of access | Notes |
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China | ||
![]() | eVisa [261] | |
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Denmark | ||
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France | ||
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![]() | Visa required | French West Indies refers to Martinique, Guadeloupe, Saint Martin and Saint Barthélemy. |
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Netherlands | ||
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![]() | Visa required [273] | Caribbean Netherlands refers to Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. |
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New Zealand | ||
![]() | Visa not required [276] | 31 days |
![]() | Visa not required [277] | 30 days |
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United Kingdom | ||
![]() | Visa required [279] | |
![]() | Visa required [280] | Holders of a valid visa issued by the United Kingdom do not require a visa. [281] |
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![]() | Special permit required | Special permit required. [283] |
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![]() | Visa not required | 14 days visa free and landing fee 35 USD or tax of 5 USD if not going ashore. [289] [290] [291] |
![]() | eVisa [292] [293] |
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![]() | Permission required | Permission to land required for 15/30 pounds sterling (yacht/ship passenger) for Tristan da Cunha Island or 20 pounds sterling for Gough Island, Inaccessible Island or Nightingale Islands. [296] |
![]() | Permit required | Pre-arrival permit from the Commissioner required (72 hours/1 month for 110/160 pounds sterling). [297] [298] |
![]() | Visa required [299] | Holders of a valid visa issued by Canada, United Kingdom or the USA do not required a visa for a maximum stay of 90 days. |
United States | ||
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Antarctica and adjacent islands | ||
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Australian citizens and permanent residents can visit, work and live in New Zealand. You do not need a visa before you travel to New Zealand.
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