El Salvador visa requirements for Nigerians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting El Salvador

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

  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • 2 recently taken passport-size photographs taken with a light background.
  • Original Nigerian passport that is valid for at least 6 months from intended departure from El Salvador.
  • A copy of your roundtrip flight reservation or confirmed itinerary.
  • Proof of private or hotel accommodation for the duration of stay.
  • Travel medical insurance to cover the entire duration of your stay in El Salvador.
  • Proof of financial means such as your most recent bank account statements.
  • Proof of payment of the visa fee.
  • El Salvador currently has no embassy in Nigeria. Applicants are to apply for an El Salvadoran visa in a neighbouring country with a consulate or embassy of El Salvador.

El Salvador Visa for Nigerians

Facts about El Salvador

El Salvador is a small country located in Central America. The country is very popular for its beaches, surf spots, mild tropical climate, and mountainous landscape. The country has more than 2,000 archeological sites and each stand out for their importance. Sand beaches in El Salvador allow tourists to engage in activities such as fishing, surfing, or sunbathing. The country also boasts sublime national parks where tourists can go to see various species of birds and other animals.
 
The tourism industry in El Salvador is a huge contributor to the economy of the country. Statistics showed in 2014 that a total of 1,394,000 international tourists visited El Salvador. This resulted in the industry contributing $855.5 million to the country’s GDP and provided over 80,000 jobs. It has been estimated that this number is set to further increase in the years to come.
 
Avoid the possession, use, and trafficking of illegal drugs during your time in the country. Lengthy prison sentences will be handed out to anyone caught for any drug-related offense. Moving around with unlicensed firearms will lead to your arrest and time in jail.

Types of El Salvador Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 21 days 90 days
Business visa 21 days 90 days

General Requirements for El Salvador Visa

  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • 2 recently taken passport-size photographs taken with a light background.
  • Original Nigerian passport that is valid for at least 6 months from intended departure from El Salvador.
  • A copy of your roundtrip flight reservation or confirmed itinerary.
  • Proof of private or hotel accommodation for the duration of stay.
  • Travel medical insurance to cover the entire duration of your stay in El Salvador.
  • Proof of financial means such as your most recent bank account statements.
  • Proof of payment of the visa fee.
  • El Salvador currently has no embassy in Nigeria. Applicants are to apply for an El Salvadoran visa in a neighbouring country with a consulate or embassy of El Salvador.
El Salvador Tourist visa El Salvador Business visa

El Salvador Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Nigerians who intend to travel to El Salvador for sightseeing, vacation, tourism and other leisure activities are eligible to apply for the tourist visa.
  • The tourist visa also permits its holder to visit friends or relatives residing in El Salvador.
  • The Nigerian passport used for the visa application must have at least 2 blank pages and must be valid for at least 6 months from your departure date from El Salvador.
  • You are required to fully complete and sign the visa application form before submitting. You should note that incomplete application forms may not be processed or delay processing.
  • To show that you have the financial means to cater to all your needs while in El Salvador, you are required to provide your most recent bank account statements to prove this.
  • You must provide a copy of your roundtrip flight ticket or onward ticket to show that you intend to leave El Salvador once your visa expires.
  • You must also provide proof of your hotel reservation for the entire duration of your stay in El Salvador, with the name and contact details of the hotel clearly showing.
  • The tourist visa also permits you to attend social or cultural events or festivals in El Salvador but does NOT permit you to accept payment for any services rendered while in the country.
  • Minors must present their original birth certificate and a letter of consent to travel to El Salvador signed by their parents or guardians if they are travelling alone, with someone other than their parents/guardians or with one parent.
  • All visitors must obtain a tourist card upon arrival in El Salvador. The tourist card costs US$10.
  • You must also provide proof of payment of the visa fee.

El Salvador Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The business visa is issued to foreign nationals who intend to travel to El Salvador for business, professional or commercial purposes.
  • You are required to completely fill the visa application form and sign it before submission. 2 passport-size photographs taken with a light background should also be submitted with the visa application form.
  • You are required to provide a letter of invitation from the partner company in El Salvador stating the nature of your business in the country and how long you intend to stay.
  • As proof of your employment, you must provide the original copy of your employment contract, signed by both you and your employer and copies of your recent payslips as well as a leave letter stating awareness of your travel and when you are expected to resume back to work.
  • A criminal record certificate issued by the appropriate authority in your country of residence must be submitted.
  • A business letter typed on your company letterhead and signed by an authorised officer in your company must also be submitted. The letter should state your name, role in the company and the purpose of your travel to El Salvador as well as a guarantee that the company will take care of all your travel expenses while you are in El Salvador.
  • Any proof of previous trade relations between your company and the partner company (such as bills of lading, customs clearance or such documents) should be presented.
  • You should also provide proof of a hotel reservation for the entire duration of your stay in the country.
  • All visitors must obtain a tourist card upon arrival in El Salvador. The tourist card costs US$10.
  • You are required to provide proof of payment of the visa fee.

El Salvador Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

Business visa

100.00 (USD)

El Salvador Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Nigeria

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El Salvador currently has no embassy in Nigeria. Applicants are advised to visit a consulate or embassy of El Salvador in a neighbouring country.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any vaccination to enter El Salvador?

No vaccination is required to enter El Salvador but travellers are advised to get vaccinations for hepatitis A and typhoid before travelling to the country. You might want to be vaccinated for hepatitis B if you might have sexual relations with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedure. Also, while the risk of malaria is low in El Salvador, you are advised to avoid mosquito bites.

Nelson Obioma Ogbonna

3 years ago

Great to visit El salvador

Nelson Obioma Ogbonna

3 years ago

Great to visit El salvador

What language is spoken in El Salvador?

The official language in El Salvador is Spanish, however, most Salvadorans speak English quite well so tourists should have no problem communicating in the country.

Is El Salvador a fun place to visit?

Despite being the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America, El Salvador remains one of the top vacation destinations for tourists, thanks to its beaches and bubbling nightlife. With 20 potentially active volcanoes, El Salvador has attracted tourists who are interested in learning more about "The Land of Volcanoes".

Is El Salvador safe to visit?

El Salvador is somewhat safe to visit but you should note that cases of theft and pickpocketing are common in tourist centers. You are also advised to take caution when exploring the country as there are reports of violent crimes in some streets.

Getting married to an El savador woman guarantee your citizenship??
Celestine jayjay

4 years ago

Yes

Ask your questionsHow do I know if my visa application is approved?
Ndubuisi okafor

3 years ago

How do I know if my visa application is approved?

Where can i find the embassy of el-salvador in africa?
sharon

3 years ago

I need to know too

sharon

3 years ago

I need to know too

Hello, good day. is it possible i apply El Salvador online since i there's no embassy in my country and how do i go about it please ??
CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

CHIOMA JUDITH

3 years ago

Please i am a Nigerian citizen trying to apply for El Salvador Visa, since their Embassy is not in Nigeria how do I go about it?

Daniel

2 years ago

Chioma please message me at dannykalzy@gmail.com

How can I get a visa to El salvador from Nigeria ??
Ahmad Badawi

3 years ago

I want get tourism visa for elsalvador

Dear Sir/Madam, Good day,please how do i obtain El Salvador Business Visa? What are the requirements for obtaining the Business Visa? Thanks and hope to hear from you. Mr.Dennis Fred.?
How can I apply for a Visa to travel to your country. I want to know more about the country. I was told that you have a link with the Yorubas in Nigeria and the culture.?
Oladeji Laken sammuel

8 months ago

I want to apply for visa to el Salvador

What kind of visa do I apply for to go permanently stay with my spouse whom I am legally married to, she is el Salvadoran and I am Nigerian?
Hello, I will like to apply for the tourist visa to el salvador. I will give more info when we discuss. Thank you?
Which west Africa country is there an elsalvador embassy please?
How can someone invited from to El Salvador?
I am a Nigerian living in Nigeria but I want to travel to El Salvador next year on tourist how can I get the visa and locate El Salvador embassy in Africa since they have no embassy in Nigeria or can I apply online?
I want to know everything what to do and what to pay?