Through the official Nigeria Immigration Service e-Visa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng. Avoid unofficial third-party sites unless you knowingly choose a paid agent.

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Argentina to Nigeria visa requirements

Q: Is visa-on-arrival still available?

No. Nigeria phased out the visa-on-arrival scheme on 1 May 2025. Travelers must obtain an e-Visa online before departure.

Q: How long can I stay on a Tourism Visa (F5A)?

The F5A is a single-entry visa valid for 90 days from issuance and allows a stay of up to 30 days. It is non-extendable.

Q: How long does the e-Visa take?

The Nigeria Immigration Service says decisions are typically issued within about 48 hours after documents and payment are submitted, but you should apply several days in advance.

Q: How much does it cost?

The base visa fee is nationality-dependent and quoted in USD, commonly around USD 160, plus card/processing surcharges of roughly USD 20-30.

Argentine ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Nigeria for tourism. Since May 2025, Nigeria requires applicants to obtain a Tourism Visa (F5A) online through the official e-Visa portal before travel; the old visa-on-arrival channel has been abolished. Argentina is not a member of ECOWAS and has no visa-waiver agreement with Nigeria, so Argentine citizens are not eligible for visa-free entry. On 1 May 2025 the Nigeria Immigration Service launched a fully online e-Visa system covering 13 visa categories and phased out the previous visa-on-arrival scheme. Tourists must apply for the Tourism Visa (F5A), a single-entry visa valid for 90 days from issuance permitting a stay of up to 30 days. Applications are filed at evisa.immigration.gov.ng, where supporting documents (passport valid 6+ months, photo, return ticket, hotel/host address, and a 180-day bank statement) are uploaded and the fee paid online. The Immigration Service states e-Visa decisions are typically issued within about 48 hours, though travelers should apply well in advance. The visa fee is nationality-dependent and quoted in USD; for most non-waived nationalities the base visa fee is in the region of USD 160, plus card/processing surcharges. The F5A is non-extendable and does not permit employment. This verdict is verified against the Nigeria Immigration Service official portal and reform notices issued in 2025.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa - Tourism Visa (F5A)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

~USD 160 base visa fee (nationality-dependent), plus card/processing surcharges

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically ~48 hours; allow several business days

standard track

Validity

90 days from issuance

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and visa type

As an Argentine (non-ECOWAS, no waiver agreement) traveling for tourism, you need the Tourism Visa F5A applied for online via the e-Visa platform.

· Tourism = F5A· e-Visa mandatory since May 2025

/02

Gather required documents

Prepare a passport valid for at least 6 months with blank pages, a recent white-background passport photo, a confirmed return ticket, hotel reservation or host address in Nigeria, and a 180-day bank statement proving sufficient funds.

· Passport 6+ months· 180-day bank statement

/03

Create an account on the official e-Visa portal

Go to evisa.immigration.gov.ng, register, select Tourism Visa (F5A) and your nationality (Argentina), and complete the online application form.

· evisa.immigration.gov.ng

/04

Upload documents and pay the fee

Upload all supporting documents and pay the visa fee plus any card/processing surcharges online using a valid international payment card.

· Pay in USD online

/05

Receive the e-Visa by email

Wait for the decision (typically around 48 hours, but allow extra time) and download/print the approved e-Visa sent to your email.

· Print a copy

/06

Travel and complete entry formalities

Carry the printed e-Visa, passport, return ticket and hotel proof; complete the digital landing card and present documents to immigration on arrival.

· Carry printout· Digital landing card

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Argentina -> Nigeria · eVisa - Tourism Visa (F5A)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with blank pages

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

required

RequiredCompleted online e-Visa application (Tourism F5A)

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-size color photo, white background

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

required

RequiredConfirmed return/onward air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredHotel reservation or host address in Nigeria

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredBank statement covering the last 180 days (sufficient funds)

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

required

RequiredVisa fee paid online with international payment card

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

required

RecommendedPrinted copy of the approved e-Visa

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

recommended

RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate

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

recommended

OptionalTravel/health insurance for the trip

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

optional

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 - Tourism Visa F5A Nigeria Immigration Service - official e-Visa portal Nairametrics - NIS lists 13 visa categories eligible for e-visa

Application link included: Nigeria Immigration Service - Tourism Visa F5A

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourism Visa (F5A) fee~USD 160Base visa fee; varies by nationality

Card/processing surcharge~USD 20-30Bank and payment-gateway charges

Optional agent/service feeVariableOnly if using a third-party service

Total estimateUSD 160 — USD 200incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa processing

~48 hours (allow several business days)

Apply online via evisa.immigration.gov.ng; decision delivered by email after document review and payment.

Nigerian mission / visa center

2-3 working days or longer

Apply through a Nigerian embassy/consulate or accredited visa center where available.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

Argentina has no bilateral visa-exemption agreement with Nigeria, so entry without a visa is not permitted.

High

/02

Non-ECOWAS nationality

Visa-free access to Nigeria is largely reserved for ECOWAS member-state citizens; Argentina is not a member.

High

/03

Visa-on-arrival abolished

Nigeria phased out visa-on-arrival on 1 May 2025, requiring an e-Visa obtained before travel.

Medium

/04

Tourism purpose

Short tourist visits fall under the Tourism Visa (F5A) category on the e-Visa platform.

Medium

/05

Document/funds verification

Authorities require proof of accommodation, return ticket and a 180-day bank statement before approval.

Low

/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

2026-05-30 · major

Argentina to Nigeria route verified

Confirmed via the Nigeria Immigration Service that Argentine ordinary passport holders require a Tourism Visa (F5A) obtained through the online e-Visa system; visa-on-arrival was abolished on 1 May 2025.

/09 — The questions