Niger visa requirements for Nigerians

Travel and visa requirements

Nigerien Visa is not required for Nigerians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Nigeria passport holders can travel to Niger for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
  • Intending visitors are to possess a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Niger. The passport should have at least two blank pages for stamping.
  • There is no restriction on the import and export of both the local currency and foreign currencies.
  • Visitors from Nigeria must provide a copy of their financial statement to show that they have enough money to take care of themselves for their entire stay in Niger.
  • Nigerians are to provide proof of accommodation for their stay in Niger, which could be a hotel reservation or a letter from the host who is already living in Niger.
  • Nigerian minors travelling without a parent or guardian must have a letter of authorization from a parent or guardian.
  • Tourists with pets mush possess a Veterinary Health certificate from Nigeria, issued no more than 3 days before travelling to Niger. Also, dogs must have been vaccinated against rabies.
  • A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from visitors from Nigeria visiting Niger.
  • Intending visitors hoping to travel to Niger can do so from any international airport in Nigeria. These airports can be found in Abuja and Lagos.
  • Some of the airlines that travellers can board from Nigeria to Niger include Air Burkina, ASKY and Mauritanian Airlines International Airways.
  • The estimated flight duration from Nigeria to Niamey, Niger is 1 hour.
  • The official currency used in Niger is the West African CFA franc. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Islam is the most practised religion in Niger, with about 99% of the entire population of the country. Other religions like Christianity and Animism are present in the country.
  • The power and socket plug used in Niger is of Type  C, D, E and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Niger is one of the hottest countries in Africa, with a hot and dry climate. The best time to visit Niger is between January and February and from July to December
  • Niger has eleven official languages, and French is the most used language of them all. Hausa is the most spoken language in the country.
  • Transportation in Niger is possible with buses, taxis and car rental.
  • Dodo (fried plantains), efo (greens stew), jollof rice, dambou (rice coucous), moringa are some of the dishes tourists can try out while in Niger.
  • Niger makes use of the West Africa Standard Time (GMT+1), which puts it an hour ahead of Nigeria.
  • Zinder, Niamey, Agadez and Termit Massif are fascinating places in Niger that tourists can visit while in the country.
  • Visitors in Niger are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to travel to Niger?

The best time to travel to Niger is between January and February and from July till December. These are the dry season of the country.

Are there Christians in Niger?

Islam is the most practised religion in Niger, with about 99% of the entire population of the country. Other religions like Christianity and Animism are present in the country

What are the tourist centers in Niger?

Zinder, Niamey, Agadez and Termit Massif are fascinating places in Niger that tourists can visit while in the country.

What is the most spoken language in Niger?

Niger has eleven official languages, and French is the most used language of them all. Hausa is the most spoken language in the country.

How to get around in Niger?

There are various means of transportation in Niger, ranging from Car Rental, taxis and Taxis.