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title: Nigeria visa for citizens of Greece
description: "Citizens of Greece need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $160. Processing: 1–3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Nigeria visa for citizens of Greece

Citizens of Greece 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 · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 1–3 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 the last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the Nigeria Immigration eVisa portal** — Register at https://portal.immigration.gov.ng with your email address.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload digital passport photo, passport bio page, travel itinerary, accommodation, bank statements, insurance, and vaccination certificate.
4. **Pay the visa processing fee** — Pay 160 USD via the portal using a credit/debit card or other supported methods.
5. **Receive eVisa approval via email** — Approval is typically sent within 1–3 business days as a PDF document.
6. **Print the eVisa approval letter** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa to present at the port of entry.
7. **Travel to Nigeria** — Present passport, eVisa, onward ticket and supporting documents upon arrival.
8. **Undergo biometrics (fingerprints and photo) on arrival** — Immigration officers will capture biometrics at the airport.
9. **Entry stamp and stay in Nigeria** — You are allowed to stay up to 30 days from the date of entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (biometric, machine-readable)** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages
- **Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45mm)** (Identity): Upload a recent photograph in JPEG format
- **Completed online application form** (Supporting): Fill in all sections accurately and submit electronically
- **Travel itinerary / round-trip flight booking** (Travel): Must show entry and exit from Nigeria
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): Booking for the entire stay in Nigeria
- **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial): Sufficient funds to cover the trip
- **Travel insurance (covering COVID-19, minimum 30,000 USD)** (Supporting): Policy valid in Nigeria for the stay period
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry; must be presented on arrival
- **Proof of legal residence in Greece (if non-Greek passport)** (Identity, optional): Only if applicant is not a Greek national
- **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Required for private visits; must include host's ID and address
- **Employment letter (self-employed: business registration)** (Employment, optional): Only for employed applicants to prove ties to home country
- **Marriage certificate (if spouse is main applicant)** (Supporting, optional): When applying as a dependent
- **Visa payment receipt** (Supporting): Proof of payment of eVisa fee (160 USD)

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** No fixed minimum, but sufficient funds to cover trip expenses
- Bank statements for the last 3 months

Solicit letter from bank showing sufficient balance is recommended.

## Good to know

- Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and in color, otherwise processing may be delayed.
- eVisa must be used for single entry within 90 days of issuance.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Nigeria.
- COVID-19 travel insurance is required; check policy validity.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inconsistent information in the application form** — Double-check all entries and match with your passport details.
- **Poor quality or blurry scanned documents** — Scan documents at high resolution (300 dpi) and ensure they are legible.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
- **Failure to provide proof of onward/return ticket** — Include a confirmed flight booking showing exit from Nigeria.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Greece need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $160.

### How long does Nigeria visa processing take?

Typically 1–3 days.

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

Valid passport (biometric, machine-readable); Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45mm); Completed online application form; Travel itinerary / round-trip flight booking; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Bank statements for the last 3 months; and 7 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](https://portal.immigration.gov.ng)

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