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Nigeria Visa for France Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

French citizens apply online for a Nigerian Short Visit eVisa/Visa-on-Arrival approval via the Nigeria Immigration Service portal, then get the visa stamped on arrival at a Nigerian airport - fee around USD 160, approval in about 3-5 working days.

Guide last updated September 23, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the trip
  • Digital passport photo
  • Mandatory yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • Hotel booking or a signed invitation letter from a Nigerian host/company
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Biometrics (fingerprints, photo) are captured on arrival at the port of entry

Visa types

  • Short Visit eVisa - tourism, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry
  • Business eVisa - requires an invitation letter from a Nigerian company
  • Visa on Arrival - available to pre-approved applicants who apply online before travel, not to walk-up travelers

How to apply online

  • Register on the Nigeria Immigration Service portal (portal.immigration.gov.ng)
  • Upload passport, photo, yellow fever certificate and supporting documents, then pay the fee online
  • Receive an Approval Letter/pre-approval, usually within 3-5 working days
  • Print the approval letter and travel with it - the actual visa stamp and biometric capture happen at the port of entry (Lagos Murtala Muhammed or Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe airports)

Fees & processing time

  • Short Visit eVisa/VoA fee: approximately USD 160 for single entry (multiple entry options cost more)
  • Processing for the pre-arrival approval letter: 3-5 working days
  • Stamping on arrival: no extra fee, but allow extra time at the immigration desk for biometrics

Tips for France travelers

  • Apply at least 2 weeks before departure to allow for approval processing
  • The yellow fever certificate is mandatory and checked on arrival
  • Business visa applicants should carry both the online approval and the original invitation letter
  • Register with the French embassy in Abuja or the consulate in Lagos if staying an extended period

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.