Since 2007 visa applications have to first be made on-line to the Nigerian Consulate. If you plan to see some of the wonderful sites of this sub-Saharan country then you first have to receive an invitation. It is not clear whether invitations can be obtained via whichever travel company you are using.

When you apply for your Nigerian visa you have to be able to show that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay and provide evidence of your travel itinerary and flight tickets. If you plan on staying in a hotel then you need to provide details of this also, you should be able to provide evidence that this is paid for.

Business Visas

There is still considerable opportunity for UK business investment in Nigeria, although you do need to thoroughly check the credentials of anyone inviting you to Nigeria on a business trip. You will need to provide a copy of your letter of invitation with your business visa application explaining the reason for your visit.

All visa applications need to be accompanied by a current passport, which has at least six months remaining before its expiration date and a passport sized photo, which should be attached to the visa application. Everyone who is travelling to Nigeria for whatever reason needs to provide details of their flight itinerary and evidence that you can support yourself whilst in Nigeria.

Religious Visits

Religious conflict is still a cause for concern in parts of Nigeria and conflicts do break out between Christians and Muslims. Christian religious visitors will need a letter from the Nigerian Church. Foreign national representatives of both Islam and Christianity require an invitation from a religious organisation and approval from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Abuja, Nigeria, must be submitted along with all the other documentation required for a visa application.

Educational

If you wish to travel to Nigeria for educational reasons as a foreign national college lecturer or university dean, then you will need to have a letter of invitation from the host college or university in Nigeria. The letter from the host institution must state the reason for your visit and these will need to be attached with all the other documentation required for Nigerian visas.

If you are a student wanting to travel to Nigeria on an exchange visit, then you will need to submit a copy of your student identification cards, and a letter of invitation from the host university. You will need to submit the letter of invitation, along with all other requisite information needed to make a Nigeria visa application.

For more detailed information visit our Nigerian visa application process page

Our Nigeria visa service includes a complete range of tourist visa and business visa options. Our years of experience dealing with the Nigerian Consulate means that your Nigerian visa application will be handled efficiently. Leave the hard work to us!

Nigeria visa options and prices

ALL INCLUSIVE SERVICE: Our fees are fully inclusive of the India travel visa and the courier service.

Nigeria visas are processed every Friday and delivered to the customer the following Thursday.

Note: These dates can change slightly if there are UK or Nigerian holidays included or there are delivery issues beyond our control (unlikely – we always go the extra mile to get your visa to you on time).

1. Download the Nigerian Visa application

Here print it and complete it for each person that wishes to apply.

2. Obtain your passport sized photographs

You will need 2 passport photos per person applying. Please attach these to the completed application.

3. Visa delivery details and requirements (what you have to do)

You need to collect 2 Royal Mail special delivery guaranteed next day 9am service envelopes from your post office.

Address the first envelope to yourself where you want the new passport and visa to be delivered. Address the second envelope to Passport and Visa Service.

Don’t trust the Royal Mail any more? Alternatively if you would prefer to use a courier we can recommend Mailboxes Etc who will arrange delivery of your documents to us in a specified time frame.

Include your completed application form, photographs, passport, payment if paying by cheque, any additional documents (as required in the criteria for applying) and the first self addressed envelope.

4. Three easy payment options for you to choose from

i. Write a cheque out to Passport and Visa Services Ltd. and return it with your application form.

ii. Or call us on 0844 357 9667 to make a payment over the phone with your preferred debit or credit card.

iii. Or use our Paypal link below (you do not need a Paypal account to use this service and costs no more), selecting the service you require. Payment will be accepted by 1st Premier Leisure on behalf of passport and visa service.

Nigerian Visa Services Paypal Options

Tourist 3 months single entry standard 10 day £225.00 Tourist 3 months single entry express 72 hour £295.00 Business 6 month single entry standard 10 day £325.00 Business 6 month single entry express 72 hour £375.00 Business 6 months multiple entry standard 10 day £335.00 Business 6 months multiple entry express 72 hour £395.00 Business 1 year multiple entry standard 10 day £475.00 Business 1 year multiple entry express 72 hour £525.00 Business 2 year multiple entry standard 10 day £525.00 Business 2 year multiple entry express 72 hour £595.00

Please read our terms and conditions before proceeding with payment as by sending us payment you are agreeing to them.

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Let us know that you have applied and we will be waiting to process your application promptly. Just click here.

Before applying please ensure you meet the following criteria

1. The visa has to be issued before you leave the UK for Nigeria. Failure to do so will result in you not being able to depart.

2. You should apply for the Nigerian travel visa no more than 3 months in advance of your journey.

5. You must have at least 6 months remaining on your passport from the date you intend to depart and return to the UK. Otherwise you will need to renew your passport.

6. You must have at least one page empty in your passport so the visa can be stuck inside. Otherwise you will need to renew your passport.

7. If you are a UK resident but do not hold a UK passport, you will also need a utility bill that dates back at least 6 months, This is to prove that you have been resident in the UK for this period of time or more.

8. Nigerian tourist visas require ‘Travel Confirmation and Itinerary’ to be supplied. These can be obtained from the travel agent you have used to book your holiday.

9. Nigerian Business visas require an invitation letter from the Nigerian and UK employer to be  supplied.