Nigeria — Lagos, Olumo Rock, Yankari National Park
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Nigeria Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders apply for a Nigeria short-visit e-visa online. A yellow fever certificate is mandatory for entry.

Entry for Indianse-Visa Required
Processing2 – 5 working days
Permitted stayUp to 30 days
AppointmentNot required
CapitalAbuja
CurrencyNigerian Naira (NGN)
LanguageEnglish
Best time to visitNovember to March

Nigeria Visa Options & Document Checklist

Nigeria Short-visit e-Visa

Apply on the Nigeria Immigration Service portal

Processing2 – 5 working days
ValidityAs issued
StayUp to 30 days

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  4. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)
  5. Personal bank statements for the last 3 months, signed & stamped by the bank
  6. Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for entry, and India requires it on your return from this country)

Nigeria Business e-Visa

Apply on the Nigeria Immigration Service portal

Processing2 – 5 working days
ValidityAs issued
StayAs per visa

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Invitation letter from the host company in Nigeria on its letterhead, stating the purpose and dates of the visit and who bears the expenses
  4. Covering letter from your Indian employer / company on letterhead confirming your designation, purpose of the trip and who bears the expenses
  5. Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for entry, and India requires it on your return from this country)

Important Notes

  • India requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers arriving from this country — get vaccinated at an authorised centre at least 10 days before departure, or you may be quarantined on return.
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Nigeria Immigration Service. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About Nigeria

Nigeria is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Abuja and a well-connected network of cities including Lagos, Abuja. The best time to visit is November to March, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Lagos and Olumo Rock.

Top attractions

LagosOlumo RockYankari National Park

Top cities

LagosAbuja
FAQs

Nigeria Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders apply for a Nigeria short-visit e-visa online. A yellow fever certificate is mandatory for entry.
Processing is typically 2 – 5 working days. Validity: As issued. Permitted stay: Up to 30 days.
The core documents are: Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival); Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof); Personal bank statements for the last 3 months, signed & stamped by the bank. See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of Nigeria. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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