Tourist visa · Cabo Verde to Nigeria

ECOWAS Visa-Free Entry

Visa free

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
No processing required - entry on arrival
Fee
Free
Validity
90 days from entry
Entry
Multiple entry

ECOWAS citizens can enter Nigeria visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, family visits, and business purposes. They cannot work or study without proper authorization during this period. Valid passport and onward ticket required.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Citizens of ECOWAS member states (Benin, Cabo Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo) are eligible for visa-free entry to Nigeria.

    Eligible countries: Benin, Cabo Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo

  • Purpose of visit

    Visa-free entry is permitted for tourism, family visits, and business meetings. Work and study require separate authorization.

    Includes
    • Tourism
    • family visits
    • business meetings (no work or study)

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Prepare valid passport with at least 6 months validity and onward/return ticket.

  2. Visa collection

    Present documents at Nigerian port of entry for visa-free admission.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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