Get a Nigeria Visa
Tourist Application Requirements for a Nigeria Visa
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
- Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
- Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
- Have at least three blank visa pages
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
- A copy of the hotel confirmation
Proof of Financial Means
Evidence of available funds must be provided as a copy of the applicant's most recent bank statement showing available founds for the trip.
Copy of Passport Identification Page
Four clear copies of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form. This form must be completed on line at: https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/visa/freshVisa
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Applicants Staying with Friends or Family
Travellers staying with family and friends must provide a letter of invitation issued by the host. This letter must:
- Include the full address and contact details of the host
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed by the applicant's host
Business Visa Application Requirements for a Nigeria Visa
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
- Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
- Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
- Have at least three blank visa pages
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Letter of Invitation
An original letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name and passport number of the applicant
- Specify the purpose of journey
- Include the name, address and telephone number of the organisation(s) to be visited
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Include two copies of the passport identification page of the person signing the invitation
- Bear company's seal and signature
Business Introduction Letter
An original letter of introduction from the applicant's employer in Mexico. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant, passport number, profession and job's position
- Specify the purpose of journey
- Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department
Certificate of Incorporation
Evidence of registration for the company to be visited. This must be provided as a copy of the company's certificate of incorporation
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
- A copy of the hotel confirmation
Proof of Financial Means
Evidence of available funds must be provided as a copy of the applicant's most recent bank statement showing available founds for the trip.
Copy of Passport Identification Page
Four clear copies of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form. This form must be completed on line at: https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/visa/freshVisa
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Nigeria Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Nigeria visa?
The best time to apply for your Nigeria visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Nigeria visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Nigeria visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to CIBTvisas in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.