Estonia passport → Nigeria

Nigeria visa for citizens of Estonia

eVisaeVisa · Visa on Arrival (with e-Visa approval)

Citizens of Estonia 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.

Key facts

Entry route	eVisa · Visa on Arrival (with e-Visa approval)
How to apply	Fully online — no office visit
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	90 days
Entries	Single entry
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Complete online e-Visa application
Fill out the application form on the official Nigeria Immigration portal (https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/).
2
Pay the e-Visa application fee
Make payment online via the portal and save the payment receipt.
3
Receive e-Visa approval letter
After processing, you will receive a written e-Visa approval via email.
4
Print the e-Visa approval and payment receipt
Print both documents to present upon arrival.
5
Travel to Nigeria
Arrive at a Nigerian port of entry with your printed approval, payment receipt, invitation letter, and other required documents.
6
Obtain visa on arrival
At the border, present your e-Visa approval, payment receipt, invitation letter, and passport to receive the visa stamp.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)
Must have at least two blank pages.
Passport-size photograph
Recent, white background, as per specifications.

Travel

Return/onward ticket
Confirmed flight booking showing departure from Nigeria.

Financial

e-Visa application payment receipt
Proof of payment for the e-Visa application.

Health

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for entry into Nigeria.

Supporting

e-Visa application form (completed online)
Filled out on the official portal.
Invitation letter from a Nigerian company or host
Must be from a registered Nigerian entity.

Good to know

The e-Visa approval must be obtained before travel; it is not a visa itself but a pre-approval for a visa on arrival.
Ensure you have all original documents (invitation letter, payment receipt) to avoid denial at the border.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect application form

Double-check all entries before submission.

Missing invitation letter from a Nigerian company

Secure a valid invitation letter from a registered Nigerian entity.

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.

FAQ

Do citizens of Estonia need a visa for Nigeria?

Citizens of Estonia need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Visa on Arrival (with e-Visa approval).

How long can citizens of Estonia stay in Nigeria?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Estonia need for Nigeria?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); e-Visa application form (completed online); e-Visa application payment receipt; Invitation letter from a Nigerian company or host; Return/onward ticket; Passport-size photograph; and 1 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

portal.immigration.gov.ng

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