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United Arab Emirates to Nigeria visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Nigeria on the tourism e-Visa?

The Tourism Visa F5A permits a maximum stay of 30 days per entry and is valid for 90 days from issuance. It is single entry and not extendable.

Q: Where do I apply for the Nigeria e-Visa?

Apply on the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng. Avoid third-party websites claiming expedited approvals at extra cost.

Q: How long does the Nigeria e-Visa take?

The 2026 Nigeria Immigration Service standard for F5A lists 48 hours where no local objection applies. Approval is sent by email as an e-Visa approval letter with QR code/reference number.

Q: What documents do I need?

A UAE passport valid 6+ months, passport photo, return ticket, hotel reservation or host address, bank statement/proof of funds, Landing/Exit Card confirmation, and a valid Yellow Card for yellow fever vaccination.

Q: Is Nigeria part of the Schengen area?

No. Nigeria is in West Africa and is not a Schengen state, so Schengen 90/180-day rules and ETIAS do not apply.

UAE ordinary passport holders need a Nigeria e-Visa (Tourism Visa F5A) before travel. Apply online at the Nigeria Immigration Service portal; the 2026 service standard lists 48 hours for F5A processing. Visa-on-arrival is no longer the route for new applicants. As of 18 June 2026, a United Arab Emirates ordinary passport holder traveling to Nigeria for tourism or a short visit requires a visa, obtained electronically through Nigeria's e-Visa system. Nigeria's Tourism Visa (F5A) is available to citizens of all countries except ECOWAS member states and countries with Nigeria visa abolition or waiver agreements; UAE travelers remain visa-required. The F5A is a single-entry tourism visa valid for 90 days from issuance, permitting a maximum stay of 30 days, and not extendable. Applications are submitted online with passport bio-data, passport photo, return ticket, hotel or host details, and proof of funds such as a recent bank statement. The 2026 Nigeria Immigration Service service-level agreement lists the UAE single-entry F5A fee as US$150 and a 48-hour processing target where no local objection applies. Travelers must also complete the mandatory digital Landing Card for entry and Exit Card for departure and carry the confirmation for immigration checks. A valid Yellow Card / yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for travelers entering or leaving Nigeria. Nigeria is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18

Visa type

e-Visa (Tourism Visa F5A, single entry)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

US$150 government immigration fee for UAE single-entry F5A

consular fee only

Processing time

48-hour NIS service target where no local objection applies

standard track

Validity

90 days from issuance

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and gather documents

F5A is available to citizens of all countries except ECOWAS member states and countries with Nigeria visa waiver/abolition agreements. Ensure your UAE passport is valid for at least 6 months with a blank page, and prepare a passport photo, return ticket, hotel reservation or host address, and a recent bank statement.

· Passport 6+ months· Tourism purpose

/02

Create an account on the official e-Visa portal

Go to evisa.immigration.gov.ng (Nigeria Immigration Service) and register with your email to start a new application.

· evisa.immigration.gov.ng

/03

Select the Tourism Visa (F5A) category

Choose the single-entry tourism short-visit visa and complete the application form with personal, passport and travel details.

· F5A· Single entry

/04

Upload documents and pay the fee

Upload the passport bio-data page, photo, return ticket, accommodation proof and bank statement, then pay the visa fee online by card.

· Online card payment

/05

Receive the e-Visa decision

The NIS service standard lists 48 hours where no local objection applies. Download and print the e-Visa approval letter with QR code and reference number to carry with you.

· 48 hours· Print approval

/06

Complete the digital Landing and Exit Cards

Fill in the mandatory online Landing Card for entry and Exit Card for departure at lecard.immigration.gov.ng, and carry the digital or printed confirmation for immigration checks.

· lecard.immigration.gov.ng

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

United Arab Emirates -> Nigeria · e-Visa (Tourism Visa F5A, single entry)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredUAE passport valid 6+ months beyond entry with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Nigeria e-Visa (Tourism F5A) printed copy

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-sized photograph

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredHotel reservation or Nigerian host address

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredBank statement showing sufficient funds (approx. last 6 months)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredCompleted digital Landing/Exit Card confirmation for entry/departure checks

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredValid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate / Yellow Card

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of visa fee payment receipt

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesNigeria Immigration Service - e-Visa Portal Nigeria Immigration Service - Service Level Agreement 2026 Nigeria Immigration Service - Tourism Visa (F5A)

Application link included: Nigeria Immigration Service - e-Visa Portal

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Immigration visa fee (single-entry F5A)US$1502026 NIS service-level agreement amount for United Arab Emirates single-entry visa

Total estimateUS$150 — US$150incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official online e-Visa

48 hours where no local objection applies

Apply directly at evisa.immigration.gov.ng; approval letter is sent by email with QR code/reference number and should be printed for entry.

Nigerian Embassy/Consulate (traditional)

Up to ~10 business days

Fallback consular route if online application is not possible.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Mandatory e-Visa policy

Nigeria's F5A tourism e-Visa is available to non-ECOWAS, non-waiver nationals; UAE passport holders remain visa-required.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival discontinued

VOA issuance ended on 1 May 2025, so travelers cannot rely on obtaining a visa at the airport.

High

/03

Single-entry tourism category

The F5A tourism visa allows only one entry and a 30-day stay, so re-entry needs a new visa.

Medium

/04

Document and funds proof required

Applicants must show return tickets, accommodation and bank statements to qualify.

Medium

/05

Mandatory digital Landing/Exit Card

All passengers entering or departing Nigeria must complete the online card and present the confirmation for immigration control.

Medium

/06

Yellow fever proof is mandatory

Nigeria's health ministry says Yellow Fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers entering or leaving Nigeria and must be proven with a valid Yellow Card.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-06-19

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-18 · major

Nigeria e-Visa fees and entry-card rules refreshed

Updated F5A eligibility wording, replaced secondary source with official 2026 NIS SLA/FAQ/Landing Card evidence, removed unsupported biometric-fee wording, made Yellow Fever proof required, and clarified Landing/Exit Card timing.

/09 — The questions