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Do China passport holders need a visa to visit NG?

Chinese citizens need a Nigerian eVisa or visa on arrival via pre-approval. Chinese passport holders need a visa to enter Nigeria. Nigeria offers two main options: the Nigeria eVisa (introduced in May 2025) applied online at visa.immigration.gov.ng, or the traditional embassy visa via the Nigerian embassy in Beijing or consulates in Shanghai/Guangzhou. The Visa on Arrival (VOA) programme requires advance approval from the Nigeria Immigration Service comptroller-general before flight; arrival without pre-approval results in deportation. eVisa fees vary by entry type: single entry USD 110 for 30 days, multi-entry USD 220 for 1 year. Required documents include passport, photo, hotel booking, return ticket, bank statement, employment letter, and yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory). Air Peace, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways connect Lagos (LOS) and Abuja (ABV) to Chinese cities via Addis Ababa, Istanbul, Doha. China-Nigeria trade has grown rapidly under Belt and Road.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
eVisa or pre-approved Visa on Arrival
Maximum stay
30 days (single) / 1 year (multi-entry)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 110 (single) / USD 220 (multi-entry)
consular fee only
Processing time
5-7 business days
standard track
Validity
3 months (single) / 1 year (multi-entry)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Chinese passport valid 6+ months beyond intended departure with at least 2 blank pages.
· 6 months validity
/02
Apply at visa.immigration.gov.ng
Complete eVisa application. Upload passport bio page, photo, supporting documents.
· online application
/03
Get yellow fever certificate
Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory for entry to Nigeria from anywhere.
· yellow fever required
/04
Gather documents
Passport, photo, return ticket, hotel booking, bank statement, employment letter, invitation letter (business).
· full documents
/05
Pay eVisa fee
USD 110 (single entry) or USD 220 (multi-entry) by credit card on portal.
· card payment
/06
Receive eVisa approval
Approval typically within 5-7 days. Print and carry on travel.
· 5-7 day processing
/07
Arrive in Nigeria
Present printed eVisa and yellow fever card at immigration at LOS Lagos or ABV Abuja.
· yellow fever check
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 9 complete
Chinese passport
Valid 6+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages
Approved eVisa printout
Printed colour copy carried on travel
Yellow fever certificate
Mandatory - vaccinate 10+ days before travel
Digital photo
Recent, colour, white background, JPEG
Confirmed return/onward ticket
Within visa validity window
Hotel booking
First stay accommodation confirmation
Bank statement
Recent 3 months showing sufficient funds
Invitation letter (business)
If for business meetings or work
Travel insurance
Highly recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa single entry (30 days)USD 110Standard tourist/business eVisa
eVisa multi-entry (1 year)USD 220For frequent travellers
eVisa multi-entry (2 years)USD 360Long-term business travellers
Visa on Arrival (pre-approved)USD 95+Requires advance comptroller approval before flight
Yellow fever vaccinationVariesRequired - get at home country travel clinic
Overstay penaltyUSD 100/dayPlus possible detention and re-entry ban
Total estimateUSD 110 — USD 360incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa standard
5-7 business days
Via visa.immigration.gov.ng - the standard option since May 2025.
Embassy visa
7-14 business days
Via Nigerian embassy Beijing or consulates Shanghai/Guangzhou.
Visa on Arrival
Pre-approval 3-5 days
Comptroller approval required before flight; not arrive-and-pay.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Missing yellow fever certificate
Yellow fever vaccination mandatory; without it you face quarantine or deportation.
Medium
/02
Insufficient documentation
Nigeria scrutinises business invitations and financial proof carefully.
Medium
/03
Photo doesn't meet requirements
White background, recent, clear face required.
Low
/04
Security concerns by region
Northeast (Borno, Yobe, Adamawa) restricted due to Boko Haram; check current advisories.
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
2026-05-27
China to Nigeria route verified
Confirmed eVisa programme available for Chinese passport holders.
2025-05-01 · major
Nigeria launches eVisa programme
Nigeria Immigration Service launches online eVisa platform, replacing some VOA processes.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Nigeria?—
Yes - Chinese passport holders need either an eVisa (visa.immigration.gov.ng) or traditional embassy visa.
How much does the Nigerian visa cost?+
Do I really need yellow fever vaccination?+
How long does processing take?+
Is the Visa on Arrival real?+
Is it safe to travel to Nigeria?+
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