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title: Nigeria visa for citizens of South Korea
description: "Citizens of South Korea need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 2–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Nigeria visa for citizens of South Korea

Citizens of South Korea 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 · Tourist/Business/Visit Family
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 2–15 days
- **Government fee:** $100 service fee (government fee not listed)
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Prepare passport scan, photo, flight itinerary, and proof of accommodation.
2. **Apply online via Nigeria-Evisa.com** — Submit your information and send documents to hello@nigeria-evisa.com.
3. **Pay the service fee** — Pay $100 service fee plus the official immigration fee (varies by nationality).
4. **Wait for processing** — Application processed in 2–3 business days; standard 5–15 days.
5. **Receive approval letter by email** — Print the approval letter to present at the airport on arrival.
6. **Travel to Nigeria** — Present printed eVisa approval at immigration upon entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport biodata page scan** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Recent passport-size photo** (Identity): Must meet official photo standards (plain background, neutral lighting).
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed round-trip or onward flight booking.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation or address of host in Nigeria.
- **Letter of invitation (if visiting host)** (Supporting, optional): May be provided by host or service; not mandatory for tourists.
- **CAC certificate (for business)** (Employment, optional): Corporate Affairs Commission registration document if visiting for business.
- **Host’s passport copy (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Copy of Nigerian host's passport page.

## Proof of funds


No specific minimum balance stated in source; onward ticket and accommodation proof required.

## Good to know

- Using a third-party service like Nigeria-Evisa.com may add service fees but does not change the eVisa lane.
- Processing time may vary due to document quality, nationality, or seasonal demand.
- Ensure all scans are clear and meet official requirements to avoid delays.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or unclear documents** — Provide legible scans and meet all document requirements.
- **Mismatched information across application fields** — Double-check that passport number, name, and dates match exactly across all documents.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Korea need a visa for Nigeria?

Citizens of South Korea need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist/Business/Visit Family.

### How long can citizens of South Korea stay in Nigeria?

Up to 30 days.

### How long does Nigeria visa processing take?

Typically 2–15 days.

### What documents do citizens of South Korea need for Nigeria?

Passport biodata page scan; Recent passport-size photo; Flight itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Letter of invitation (if visiting host); CAC certificate (for business); and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- Nigeria eVisa Processing Time: Get Approval in 2-3 Days (nigeria-evisa.com, third-party site)
- Nigeria evisa processing time - Requirements, Fees, Processing Time ... (nigeria-visa.org, third-party site)
- How to Apply for Nigeria eVisa from the US (2025 Guide) (nigeria-evisa.com, third-party site)
- app.nigeria-evisa.com (app.nigeria-evisa.com, third-party site)

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