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title: Nigeria visa for citizens of Timor-Leste
description: "Citizens of Timor-Leste need a visa for Nigeria and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $160. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Nigeria visa for citizens of Timor-Leste

Citizens of Timor-Leste 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 (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 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 statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Enter the official Nigeria eVisa portal** — Go to https://portal.immigration.gov.ng and create an account
2. **Fill in the online application form** — Provide personal, passport, travel, and contact details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport scan, photo, itinerary, accommodation, and supporting documents
4. **Review and submit application** — Double-check all information before final submission
5. **Pay the application fee online** — Use a valid credit/debit card to pay the eVisa fee (approx. USD 160)
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3–5 business days; you may receive updates via email
7. **Receive eVisa by email** — Approved eVisa is sent as a PDF; print a copy to present at the border
8. **Travel to Nigeria** — Present printed eVisa, passport, and supporting documents at immigration upon arrival

## Documents checklist

- **Passport biographical page scan** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Passport-size photograph (white background)** (Identity): Recent, 2x2 inches, JPEG format
- **Travel itinerary or flight reservation** (Travel): Round-trip ticket or confirmed booking
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For entire stay in Nigeria
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for trip
- **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Nigeria, with copy of host's passport or residence permit
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry; upload scan with application
- **Valid email address** (Identity): For communication and eVisa delivery
- **Credit/debit card for fee payment** (Financial): Visa or Mastercard accepted on portal

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement

Bank statement should show balance sufficient to cover stay (generally $100 per day or as per sponsorship)

## Good to know

- eVisa must be used within 90 days from date of issuance; otherwise it expires.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Nigeria.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from date of arrival.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inaccurate information on application** — Double-check all entries before submission
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before applying
- **Unsatisfactory photograph or document scans** — Use clear, compliant scans (JPEG, <500KB)
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violations** — Declare any issues honestly; provide explanation if necessary

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Timor-Leste need a visa for Nigeria?

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

### How long can citizens of Timor-Leste stay in Nigeria?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Nigeria visa cost for citizens of Timor-Leste?

Government fee: $160.

### How long does Nigeria visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Timor-Leste need for Nigeria?

Passport biographical page scan; Passport-size photograph (white background); Travel itinerary or flight reservation; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Bank statement (last 3 months); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; 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

## Sources

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

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