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# Nigeria visa for citizens of Kenya

Citizens of Kenya can get a visa on arrival in Nigeria.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-26. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (90 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 1–3 days
- **Government fee:** $150
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement or cash equivalent showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Visit Nigeria Immigration Service Portal** — Go to official portal at https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/visaonarrival/ and create an account
2. **Complete Online Application** — Fill the Visa on Arrival application form accurately with personal and travel details
3. **Upload Required Documents** — Upload scanned copy of passport photo, passport biodata page, and return ticket
4. **Pay Application Fee** — Pay the USD 150 visa fee online via the portal using a credit/debit card
5. **Receive Approval Letter** — Wait for processing (1-3 days) and download the visa approval letter upon approval
6. **Print Approval Letter and Supporting Documents** — Print the approval letter along with all submitted documents
7. **Travel to Nigeria** — Carry the printed approval letter and original documents to the port of entry
8. **Proceed to Visa on Arrival Desk at Airport** — Upon arrival, go to the designated Visa on Arrival counter
9. **Biometric Enrollment (if requested)** — Fingerprints and photograph may be taken by immigration officers
10. **Receive Visa and Enter Nigeria** — Visa sticker is affixed to passport; proceed to immigration clearance

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from arrival date
- **Completed Visa on Arrival Application Form** (Identity): Filled online via Nigeria Immigration portal
- **Passport Photograph** (Identity): Recent passport-sized colour photo
- **Return/Onward Ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking showing departure from Nigeria
- **Hotel Reservation / Invitation Letter** (Travel): Proof of accommodation for entire stay
- **Proof of Sufficient Funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash equivalent covering stay expenses
- **Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate** (Supporting): Required for all travellers arriving from endemic countries
- **Letter of Invitation (for business visits)** (Employment, optional): Required if visiting for business purposes
- **Travel Itinerary** (Travel, optional): Detailed plan of activities in Nigeria
- **Copy of Previous Nigerian Visa (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps processing if applicable

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $500 equivalent or proof of sufficient funds for stay
- Bank statement (last 3 months)
- Cash/currency declaration
- Credit card statement

Proof of funds may be requested at the discretion of immigration officer

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available at certain airports (e.g., Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt).
- Approval letter must be obtained before travel; without it you may be denied boarding.
- Visa fee is non-refundable if application is rejected.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all information before submission; use passport details exactly as on the biodata page
- **Insufficient funds or incomplete financial documents** — Ensure bank statement shows sufficient funds and is recent (within 3 months)
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Passport must be valid for at least 6 months at time of arrival
- **Previous immigration violations or overstay in Nigeria** — Ensure compliance with all previous visa conditions

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Kenya can get a visa on arrival in Nigeria. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (90 days).

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

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: $150.

### How long does Nigeria visa processing take?

Typically 1–3 days.

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

Valid Passport; Completed Visa on Arrival Application Form; Passport Photograph; Return/Onward Ticket; Hotel Reservation / Invitation Letter; Proof of Sufficient Funds; 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/visaonarrival/

## Sources

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

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