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title: Nigeria visa for citizens of the Bahamas
description: "Citizens of the Bahamas need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $160 + $40 service fee. Processing: 5–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Nigeria visa for citizens of the Bahamas

Citizens of the Bahamas need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–15 days
- **Government fee:** $160 + $40 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Complete Online Application** — Fill the visa application form on the Nigeria Immigration Service portal
2. **Pay Government Visa Fee** — Pay the required visa fee online via the portal
3. **Schedule Biometric Appointment** — Book an appointment at the nearest VFS Global or embassy centre for biometrics
4. **Attend Appointment and Submit Documents** — Visit the centre on the appointed date to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo) and submit all required documents
5. **Wait for Processing** — Processing typically takes 5–15 working days
6. **Collect Passport with Visa** — If approved, collect your passport from the centre or have it couriered back

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Completed Visa Application Form** (Identity): Print and sign the online application form
- **Passport-sized Photographs** (Identity): Two recent passport-size photos meeting Nigeria visa specifications
- **Invitation Letter** (Supporting, optional): From a host in Nigeria, if visiting friends or family
- **Hotel Reservation** (Travel, optional): If no invitation letter, provide confirmed hotel booking
- **Round-trip Flight Itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed onward and return tickets
- **Bank Statements** (Financial): Last 3 months, showing sufficient funds for the trip
- **Employment Letter** (Employment): From employer confirming leave and position, or similar proof
- **Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate** (Supporting): Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory
- **Visa Application Fee Payment Receipt** (Supporting): Proof of payment of both government and service fees

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of $1,000 USD or more recommended for short stays
- bank statements
- pay slips
- letter from bank

Sufficient funds must be demonstrated for the intended duration of stay

## Good to know

- Visas are not issued at the airport for Bahamian passport holders; an in-person application is required
- Ensure your passport has at least two blank pages for visa sticker
- Processing times may be longer during peak travel seasons

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check all required documents and ensure forms are correctly filled
- **Insufficient funds or inability to prove financial capability** — Provide clear and recent bank statements showing adequate funds
- **Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity or damaged)** — Renew your passport before applying if it does not meet validity requirements

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Bahamas need a visa for Nigeria?

Citizens of the Bahamas need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa.

### How long can citizens of the Bahamas stay in Nigeria?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Nigeria visa cost for citizens of the Bahamas?

Government fee: $160 + $40 service fee.

### How long does Nigeria visa processing take?

Typically 5–15 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Bahamas need for Nigeria?

Valid Passport; Completed Visa Application Form; Passport-sized Photographs; Round-trip Flight Itinerary; Bank Statements; Employment Letter; and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Nigeria?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/

## Sources

- [Apply for a visa | vfsglobal](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/nga/apply-visa)
- [What to bring with you | vfsglobal](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/nga/attend-centre/what-to-bring)
- Nigeria Visa Requirements for Bahamas Citizens 2026 | Documents, Fees ... (eammu.com, third-party site)
- [portal.immigration.gov.ng](https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/)

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- [Nigeria visa for every passport](/visa/nigeria)
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