Niger visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Niger

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

  • Three original copies of correctly filled, signed and stamped visa application form is required for the visa application.
  • The applicant will be required to present three recent copies of coloured passport-sized photographs which is to be taken with a white background. The photograph should follow the specifications for a visa application.
  • Your passport should have a validity of 6 months after exit from Niger. The passport must have at least 1 blank visa page.
  • Financial proof that you can cater for yourself while in Niger is required. This may be in form of your recent bank statement or that of a Nigerien financial sponsor and a letter declaring sponsorship.
  • Proof of accommodation is needed for this application and it could be a hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from your host stating purpose, duration and intentions of hosting you while in Niger.
  • Return and onward tickets with entry and exit dates to show you have intentions of leaving at the expiry of your visa is required.
  • A travel itinerary preferably from a travel agent is important.
  • An original certificate of vaccination against yellow fever will be needed to complete your application.
  • Immunization against Hepatitis A & B, poliomyelitis, tetanus, typhoid and cholera is recommended.
  • For minors travelling alone, their original birth certificate as well as a signed letter of consent from both parents is needed to complete their visa application. For minors travelling with one parent, the non travelling parent needs to sign the letter of consent.
  • Comprehensive health insurance is recommended and it should include emergency air evacuation coverage.
  • This visa takes 7-14 working days to process.
  • This visa costs R500 to process
  • This visa has a validity period of 3 months.

Niger Visa for South Africans

Facts about Niger

Niger, officially known as the Republic of the Niger is a West African country that shares borders with Libya, Chad, Nigeria, the Republic of Benin, Burkina Faso, Mali and Algeria. The country is named after the Niger River and is the largest country in West Africa but has most of its land area in the Sahara Desert.

The Niger has stunning natural beauty and many interesting tourist attractions. Locals are also renowned for their generosity and hospitality to strangers.

Niger has been known in time past for terrorism and violence. While violence has dropped a bit in comparison to past years, it still happens on occasion.Terrorist groups operate in the areas bordering Mali, Libya, and throughout northern Niger. Travellers are advised to remain alert and monitor present media coverage before arriving and while in Niger.If travel is unavoidable, it's best to consult expert guidance and only stay at hotels with armed security presence.

Travellers should try to be with a means of identification while in the country at all times. Also, be aware of all the Muslim laws and adhere to them as much as you can.

Water in Niger should be regarded as being potentially contaminated. Milk is unpasteurized. Medical facilities are very limited so it is advisable to carry basic medical supplies. 

As a predominately Islamic country, dress sense of travellers should always be conservative. Men are advised to wear long pants and women to keep their arms and legs covered. Respect to religious customs should also be shown during the month of Ramadan. Niger is a cash based society and there's hardly ATM's around.Pornography is highly prohibited in Niger.

Types of Niger Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7- 14 working days 30 days
Business visa 7-14 working days 30 days

General Requirements for Niger Visa

  • Three original copies of correctly filled, signed and stamped visa application form is required for the visa application.
  • The applicant will be required to present three recent copies of coloured passport-sized photographs which is to be taken with a white background. The photograph should follow the specifications for a visa application.
  • Your passport should have a validity of 6 months after exit from Niger. The passport must have at least 1 blank visa page.
  • Financial proof that you can cater for yourself while in Niger is required. This may be in form of your recent bank statement or that of a Nigerien financial sponsor and a letter declaring sponsorship.
  • Proof of accommodation is needed for this application and it could be a hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from your host stating purpose, duration and intentions of hosting you while in Niger.
  • Return and onward tickets with entry and exit dates to show you have intentions of leaving at the expiry of your visa is required.
  • A travel itinerary preferably from a travel agent is important.
  • An original certificate of vaccination against yellow fever will be needed to complete your application.
  • Immunization against Hepatitis A & B, poliomyelitis, tetanus, typhoid and cholera is recommended.
  • For minors travelling alone, their original birth certificate as well as a signed letter of consent from both parents is needed to complete their visa application. For minors travelling with one parent, the non travelling parent needs to sign the letter of consent.
  • Comprehensive health insurance is recommended and it should include emergency air evacuation coverage.
  • This visa takes 7-14 working days to process.
  • This visa costs R500 to process
  • This visa has a validity period of 3 months.
Niger Tourist visa Niger Business visa

Niger Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa allows travellers visit Niger for sightseeing, recreation and relaxation.
  • With a tourist visa, you can visit friends and relatives.
  • Holders of this visa cannot take up paid employment for a company in Niger during their stay.
  • You cannot take up a course in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
  • If you are visiting friends and relatives in Niger, a letter of invitation from your host should be presented. The letter should have full home address details and a valid means of identification of your host.
  • Applicants are required to submit a letter showing their status in their home country. This could be in the form of a:

              - Employment letter from company if applicant is employed

              - Certifications of business for self employed applicants

              - Letter from institution of study confirming applicant is enrolled in the school, and that the school is fully aware of the trip.

  • For non-South Africans visiting the country, a copy of your South African stay permit should be provided.
  • All travelers are required to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • Immunization against hepatitis A and B, tetanus, typhoid, cholera and malaria are recommended before travelling to Niger.  
  • Independent travellers need to register with police on arrival in any town or city.
  • It is prohibited to travel by a different route than that entered in your passport by the police at the previous town.
  • You must obtain a license to import sporting guns.

Niger Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This gives business travellers the liberty to attend business meetings, sign and negotiate contracts with their business partners in Niger.
  • You can also attend trade fairs, conferences and business lectures while in the country.
  • Receiving payment for services rendered during your time in the country is prohibited.
  • A letter of invitation from the company you are meeting with in Niger should be provided during the visa application process. The letter should contain the address of the company and the reason of your visit in the country.
  •  If the company you are visiting in Niger is going to cover your expenses during your time in the country, it should be stated in the letter.
  • Certificate of business registration of the inviting company is necessary for your visa application.
  • If you have had previous business dealings with the company, a proof of this is important.
  • Letter from your current employer in South Africa stating that he/she is aware of your business leave and the duration of your business leave stated in said letter is required.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for this application.
  • You are advised to be immunized against hepatitis A and B, polio, malaria, typhoid and cholera.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, a letter of consent from both parents is required.

Niger Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

500.00 (XOF)

Business visa

500.00 (XOF)

Niger Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

Location

Address

Pretoria

821 Thomas Avenue Eastwood, Arcadia, Pretoria.

ambanigeras@gmail.com

+27 12 430 2402

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a visa for Niger?

To get a visa for Niger, you will need to visit a Niger visa application centre with all the documents required.

What currency is spent in Niger?

The legal tender of the Niger is the West African CFA franc.

Is Niger visa free for South Africans?
No, as a South African, you need a visa to visit Niger.
Where is the Nigerien embassy in South Africa?

The Nigerien embassy is in Pretoria.

Is my visa fee refunded if my visa application is rejected?
The visa fee paid is non-refundable.
What language is spoken in Niger?

Niger has about 10 recognized languages but its official language is French with Arabic also being widely spoken.