Journalist visa · Saint Lucia to Nigeria

Journalist Visa (F7A)

e-Visa

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
7-14 business days (includes clearance time)
Fee
$160 USD
Validity
90 days from issuance
Entry
Single entry

For journalists and media practitioners engaging in official reporting or media coverage in Nigeria. Requires clearance from Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, and National Intelligence Agency (NIA). No general employment permitted.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    All nationalities eligible if working as accredited journalists or media practitioners.

  • Purpose of visit

    For official reporting, media coverage, documentary filming, and other journalistic activities in Nigeria.

    Includes
    • Official reporting
    • media coverage
    • journalism
    • documentary production
  • Employment

    Must be employed or assigned by recognized media organization. Press credentials and assignment letter required.

    Required status: Employed journalist or media practitioner with assignment in Nigeria

  • Health

    Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

    Required vaccinations: Yellow fever (mandatory)

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 4; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-size photos with white background

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel reservations or host address; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Nigeria Journalist Visa Application; Form url: https://evisa.immigration.gov.ng/

  • Vaccination certificate

    Required vaccines: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory; Validity months: 120

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Credit/debit card online; Amount: $160 USD

  • Reference letter

    Accepted referees: Letter from media organization or employer confirming assignment in Nigeria; Letters required: 1

  • Press credentials

    Provide a press card, assignment letter or accreditation from the media organisation you represent.

  • Prior approval

    Approval number: Clearance certificate number required; Approving authority: Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation + National Intelligence Agency (NIA)

How to apply

  1. Online application

    After obtaining clearances, apply online via Nigeria Immigration e-Visa portal. Select Journalist Visa (F7A) and upload clearance certificates.

  2. Document gathering

    First, obtain clearance from Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation and National Intelligence Agency (NIA) before visa application. Then compile all required documents: passport, photos, press credentials, assignment letter from media organization, clearance certificates from Ministry of Information and NIA, hotel reservations, return flight ticket, and yellow fever certificate.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay journalist visa fee online.

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for visa processing including verification of clearances. Processing takes 7-14 business days.

  5. Visa collection

    Receive journalist e-visa electronically upon approval.

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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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