Nigeria visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malaysians visiting Nigeria

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Nigerian Visa.

  • An original Malaysian passport valid for at least six(6) months.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A passport with at least 6 months' validity and an issuance date within 10 years of the application period.
  • Confirmation of online payment of the visa fee.
  • Two (2) passport-sized photos (35mm x 40 mm) of high quality and taken in a clear background. 
  • Confirmed hotel reservation for applicants not staying with a host.
  • Proof of accommodation with a host in Nigeria for applicants who have been invited.
  • Proof of owning sufficient funds to stay in Nigeria.
  • Evidence of legal residency in Malaysia.
  • Police clearance showing you have no criminal record.
  • Medical insurance for the duration of stay
  • Return ticket to Malaysia or onward ticket to another country.

Nigeria Visa for Malaysians

Facts about Nigeria

Nigeria is known to be the giant of Africa, owing to its population and economy. The country is blessed with a rich cultural heritage and a lot of sites for tourists to explore. Obudu Ranch Resort is a popular destination among tourists. The country has beaches, national parks and waterfalls to make travelers to the country excited all the way. Almost every state in the country hosts festivals yearly, from the Argungu Fishing Festival to Osun Osogbo Festival, Calabar Christmas Carnival, Abuja Carnival the adventure is endless.
 
The tourism industry in Nigeria is one of the fastest-growing industries in the country. In 2017, it was recorded that over 3.51 million foreigners visited the country. The number of tourists visits to the country is expected to increase as more tourist sites come to the limelight.
 
It is illegal to use, traffic or be in possession of illegal drugs, lengthy prison sentences, and heavy fines would be handed out to anyone caught in the act. Homosexuality is seen an inappropriate in the country as there is a ‘Same-Sex Marriage Prohibition Bill’ which allows those taking part in, supporting and aiding same-sex relations to be handed lengthy prison sentences. Tourists are advised to exercise caution in the country as violence could erupt without warning.

Types of Nigeria Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 2-3 working days 90 days
Business visa 2-3 working days 90 days
Transit visa 2-3 working days 48 hours

General Requirements for Nigeria Visa

  • An original Malaysian passport valid for at least six(6) months.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A passport with at least 6 months' validity and an issuance date within 10 years of the application period.
  • Confirmation of online payment of the visa fee.
  • Two (2) passport-sized photos (35mm x 40 mm) of high quality and taken in a clear background. 
  • Confirmed hotel reservation for applicants not staying with a host.
  • Proof of accommodation with a host in Nigeria for applicants who have been invited.
  • Proof of owning sufficient funds to stay in Nigeria.
  • Evidence of legal residency in Malaysia.
  • Police clearance showing you have no criminal record.
  • Medical insurance for the duration of stay
  • Return ticket to Malaysia or onward ticket to another country.
Nigeria Tourist visa Nigeria Business visa Nigeria Transit visa

Nigeria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to Malaysians who want to go into Nigeria for tourism or to visit family.
  • You are required to get your visa online and pay for it online as well as cash payments for visas are prohibited.
  • A letter of invitation from your host accepting full immigration responsibility should be affixed with other documents.
  • Proof of confirmed hotel reservation should be submitted if the applicant is not staying with a host.
  • For persons younger than 18, photocopies of parents' passports (bio-data page) or valid ID must accompany the application as well as proof of payment of visa fees.
  • There should be a copy of the child's birth certificate.
  • A written letter of consent jointly signed by both parents would be needed as well.
  • You are to submit via post to the Embassy of Nigeria where you are resident or in person at the embassy.
  • Applicants may be invited for an interview at the embassy.
  • Foreigners with this visa type can visit all the tourist sites in the country without restriction.
  • It is mandatory for all travelers going to Nigeria to have a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.

Nigeria Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to business-oriented Malaysians who want to go into Nigeria for commercial purposes.
  • You can also attend conferences, trade fairs, and business lectures while in the country.
  • The Nigeria business visa is valid for 90 days but can be extended if necessary.
  • There should be a letter of invitation from the host company in Nigeria accepting full immigration and financial responsibility as well as stating the purpose of visit (and duration of stay).
  • A letter of introduction from the applicant's company or organization would be needed.
  • Receipt of the paid visa application fee is required.
  • A certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination is mandatory.
  • Note that you cannot take up paid employment using this visa.
  • Holders of this visa are to leave at the expiration of their visa.

Nigeria Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Transit Visa is available to citizens of all countries except ECOWAS Nationals who do not require visa to visit Nigeria and other countries which Nigeria has entered into visa abolition agreements.
  • Foreign Travelers wishing to enter Nigeria and travel to their onward destination outside the country.
  • You should have a confirmed ticket for connecting flight to the destination country.
  • This visa has a validity of 48 hours.
  • Note that this visa is not valid for employment.

Nigeria Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

6.00 (USD)

Business visa

6.00 (USD)

Transit visa

6.00 (USD)

Nigeria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Malaysia

Location

Address

Kuala Lumpur

No. 6, Jalan Madge, Off Jalan U Thant, 55000 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.

www.nigeria.com.my

ambassadeassador@nigerian.org.my cons@nigerian.org.my

(+60) 3 4251 7843 / 8512

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nigeria famous for?

Africa's giant, Nigeria is widely known for its petroleum production and exportation as a major source of the nation's economy accounting for about 95% of foreign exchange income and 70% of government revenue. This black nation remains the largest oil producer in Africa and the 12th largest producer in the world.

What is Nigeria's traditional food?

Rice stew, similar to Maafe, is a stew made from goat, beef or chicken and cooked with a tomato, onion, pepper and groundnut sauce. Ogbono soup is made with ground ogbono seeds, with leafy greens, other vegetables, seasonings, and meat. Ogbono is also eaten with many dishes similar to pounded yam, amala, fufu, etc.

What is the drinking age in Nigeria?

The legal drinking age in Nigeria is 18, although in practice this is rarely enforced. Note that in parts of northern Nigeria's Kano state, alcohol is banned.

Do I need shots before going to Nigeria?

The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Nigeria: 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.