Nigeria visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Nigerian Visa is not required for Ghanaians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Ghanaian passport holders can stay in Nigeria for a duration of 90 days.  
  • Your passport must be valid for six months.
  • Before entry into Nigeria, visitors must have a valid passport, 2 passport photograph, proof of sufficient funds, return flight ticket, proof of residence and invitation letter or confirmed hotel accommodation. 
  • Visitors must have a residence permit before entry into Nigeria.
  •  Visitors require a  valid certificate of immunization against yellow fever. The vaccination should be made at least 10 days prior to entry.
  • Your single entry visa is valid for 90 days.
  • Travelers under the age of 18 must provide a copy of their birth certificate, copies of the parents' state-issued IDs or passports, a signed letter of consent by the parents/guardians authorizing the minor to travel and the parents must sign the visa application of the minor.
  • Ghanaians visiting Nigeria with pets must obtain a certificate of vaccination and must obtain a license from the embassy or high commission.
  • Ghanaians visiting Nigeria must check for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza vaccines.
  • Direct Flights are available from the Kotoka International Airport Accra, Ghana to Abuja, Nigeria. The estimated flight is between 1 - 3 hours.
  • Islam is the most widely practiced religion in Nigeria with about 50% of Nigeria's population is Muslim, about 40% are Christians and about 10% adhere to local religions.
  • Because the time zone currently used in Nigeria is the West Africa Standard Time (GMT+1),  Nigeria is 1 hour ahead of Ghana.
  • Getting around in Nigeria is possible through various public transportation including Taxis, Buses, Motorcycles, Trains, Domestic flights, Car rentals.
  • Nigeria uses two plug types: plug types D and G. Plug "Type D" is the plug which has three round pins in a triangular pattern and plugs "Type G" is the plug which has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Nigeria operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
  • The Sahel climate or tropical dry climate is the predominant climate type in the northern part of Nigeria.
  • The best time to go to Nigeria is during the November -January dry season as it is a good time to explore and participate in tourism-related activities.
  • Although English is the most widely spoken language in Nigeria, there are other native languages common including Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa.
  • Visitors might want to pick up some basic Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa phrases to help them navigate communications in rural spaces.
  • Visitors are advised to be careful when carrying out monetary transactions in Nigeria, from currency changes to relatively expensive purchases.
  • Visitors taking pictures are advised to be respectful and conscious of their environment while at it. Photo subjects or their guardians might need to be tipped in some cases.

Frequently Asked Questions


Do you need a visa to visit Nigeria?

Ghanaian passport holders can stay in Nigeria without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. Intending travelers are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure from the country.

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3 years ago

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3 years ago

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Is Nigeria safe for tourists?

Despite threats of robbery and kidnapping, Nigeria is still considered a safe place to visit by tourists.


What is the official currency used in Nigeria?

The naira is the official currency of Nigeria, denoted with "N". It is subdivided into 100 kobos.


What is the official language spoken in Nigeria?

There are over 500 languages spoken in Nigeria, but English is the official language.


What is the best time of the year to visit Nigeria?

The best time to go to Nigeria is during the November to January dry season. This is a huge country, however, and the climate varies hugely by latitude as well as altitude; the arid Sahel in the north sees little rainfall, beginning in April, whereas in the humid south the rains can start as early as March or even February.

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4 years ago

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I am a resident of Ghana. I want to travel to NIgeria in October 2020. Is that possible??

Hello pls I lost my stamped passport , I'm a citizen of Nigeria in Ghana, how can I go back ????

How can i get a residence permit and confirmed hotel accommodation.pls where can i get to for immunization of all those stuffs??

Please I'm from Ghana and I want to study in Nigeria, how can I get approval or visa?

Do you have local flight?

Just going for a marriage ceremony fand will stay for 7days.do I need a visa from Ghana to Nigeria??