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title: Nigeria visa for citizens of Vatican City
description: "Citizens of Vatican City 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 Vatican City

Citizens of Vatican City 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/visa/

## 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:** 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. **Create account on Nigeria Immigration eVisa portal** — Register at https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/visa/ with a valid email address
2. **Complete online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, itinerary, hotel booking, proof of funds, and yellow fever certificate
4. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay the non-refundable fee of USD 160 via credit/debit card
5. **Receive eVisa approval letter via email** — Processing takes 3–5 business days; approval letter is sent as a PDF
6. **Print the eVisa approval letter** — Carry a printed copy to present at Nigerian port of entry
7. **Travel to Nigeria and obtain visa on arrival** — Upon arrival, present the approval letter and passport to immigration for visa stamp

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (bio-data page)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): White background, recent, 2x2 inches
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight reservation showing entry and exit dates
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay in Nigeria
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or pay slips for last 3 months
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): International certificate of vaccination
- **Return flight booking** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return ticket
- **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Nigeria, with copy of host's passport

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of USD 1,000 for duration of stay
- Bank statement
- Pay slips
- Sponsor letter

Funds must be sufficient to cover accommodation and expenses

## Good to know

- The eVisa approval letter does not guarantee entry; final decision is made by immigration officers at the port of entry.
- Ensure all documents are in English or accompanied by a certified translation.
- Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory; failure to present certificate may result in denial of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries before submission and ensure they match passport details exactly.
- **Insufficient or unclear documents** — Upload high-quality scans of all required documents; ensure bank statements show sufficient balance.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violations** — Declare any past issues honestly; provide supporting documents if applicable.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Vatican City need a visa for Nigeria?

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

### How long can citizens of Vatican City stay in Nigeria?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $160.

### How long does Nigeria visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Vatican City need for Nigeria?

Valid passport (bio-data page); Passport-sized photograph; Travel itinerary; Hotel reservation; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 2 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/visa/

## Sources

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

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