How to get a Nigeria visa from South Africa

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for South African passport holders travelling to Nigeria.

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Nigeria.

CategorySingle-entry Business Visa

Processing time10 - 15 days

Validity90 days

Fee (approx.)$58

CategorySingle-entry Tourist Visa

Processing time10 - 15 days

Validity90 days

Fee (approx.)$58

Documents South African applicants need to provide.

Applicants should ensure they have a completed and signed copy of the application form.
Bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient and continuous flow of funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
Applicants should have confirmed return flight tickets.
Information showing that you have the incentive to return to your home country, which can be in the form of a return ticket.
Proof of accommodation.
A passport-sized photograph not older than six months which is in accordance with the passport format for a visa application.
A South African passport that will still be valid for at least 6 months from the date of visa application.
Valid travel insurance.

This visa allows foreigners to visit Nigeria for tourism purpose.
Foreigners with this visa type can visit all the tourist sites in the country without restriction.
Those applying for this visa can also make visits to friends and relatives in Nigeria.
For applicants visiting someone in Nigeria, a letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter should contain the address and means of identification of your host.
Before entry into the country, travelers are advised to be immunized for hepatitis A and hepatitis B, meningitis, cholera and ensure to take preventive measures against malaria.
It is mandatory for all travelers to Nigeria to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
If you are travelling with a minor, ensure that you have a letter of consent which should be signed by both parents of the minor. Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.
All travelers are required to have a valid medical insurance.
You are required to obey all the rules and regulations that come with your visa.
If you are travelling with your spouse, you are required to provide your original marriage certificate.

Business visa allows business-oriented foreigners to visit Nigeria to conduct business with companies in Nigeria.
Foreigners traveling on the business visa can attend business meetings, negotiate and sign contracts with partner companies in Nigeria.
You can also attend conferences, trade fairs and business lectures while in the country.
Applicants of this visa are required to be in possession of a letter of invitation from their business partner in Nigeria stating the purpose and duration of the visit.
A letter from your current employer stating that he is aware of your business leave. The address of the company should be written in the letter as well as the duration of the visit.
If you are a non-South African, your South African stay permit should be provided during the visa application process.
Receipt of the paid visa application fee is required.
Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory.
Before traveling, ensure you have been immunized for hepatitis A and hepatitis B, tetanus, polio, meningitis and cholera. Also ensure to take preventive measures against malaria.

Nigeria embassy & visa application centers in South Africa.

Address138 Becket Street, Arcadia, Pretoria.

Phone012 342 0805

No, Nigeria is not visa free for South Africa.

A single-entry visa costs $58 and $103 for a multiple-entry visa.

A Nigerian visa takes about 10 – 15 days to be processed.

No, you need to apply for a visa before traveling to Nigeria.

The currency in Nigeria is the naira.

Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Nigeria visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.