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title: Nigeria visa for citizens of Canada
description: "Citizens of Canada need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $160. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Nigeria visa for citizens of Canada

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

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

## Key facts

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

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the Nigeria Immigration portal** — Register at portal.immigration.gov.ng with a valid email.
2. **Complete the eVisa application form** — Select visa type (Business) and fill personal, travel, and passport details.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport copy, photo, itinerary, hotel booking, and financial proof.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay USD 160 via credit/debit card or other accepted methods.
5. **Receive eVisa approval letter via email** — Processing takes 3-5 business days; print the approval letter.
6. **Travel to Nigeria with the printed approval letter** — Present the letter at the port of entry (airport).
7. **Obtain visa on arrival at immigration counter** — Immigration officer will stamp the visa in your passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Digital passport photo (white background)** (Identity): Recent, 2x2 inches.
- **Completed online application form** (Supporting): Fill out on the official portal.
- **Travel itinerary (flight bookings)** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For the entire stay.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or pay slips.
- **Business invitation letter (if applicable)** (Employment, optional): From a Nigerian company.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry.
- **Copy of previous Nigerian visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): To show travel history.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $500
- Bank statements
- Pay slips
- Sponsorship letter

Must show sufficient funds for the duration of stay.

## Good to know

- eVisa approval letter does not guarantee entry; final decision is at the port of entry.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from date of arrival.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission.
- **Insufficient or unclear documents** — Upload high-quality scans and ensure all required documents are included.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violations** — Disclose any issues honestly; provide supporting documents if needed.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Canada need a visa for Nigeria?

Citizens of Canada need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Business (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Canada stay in Nigeria?

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: $160.

### How long does Nigeria visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Canada need for Nigeria?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Digital passport photo (white background); Completed online application form; Travel itinerary (flight bookings); Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds; and 3 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/visa/

## Sources

- [portal.immigration.gov.ng](https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/visa/)

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