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Indonesia to Nigeria visa requirements

Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Nigeria. The standard route for a short tourist visit is the online Tourism Visa (F5A) eVisa, which must be obtained before travel. Nigeria discontinued visa-on-arrival on 1 May 2025, so all eligible nationals, including Indonesians, now apply through the official Nigeria Immigration Service e-Visa portal. Indonesia is not on Nigeria's visa-exempt list (which is essentially limited to ECOWAS members and a handful of bilateral-waiver countries), so an Indonesian passport holder cannot enter Nigeria without a visa. As of 1 May 2025, Nigeria abolished its Visa-on-Arrival scheme on national-security grounds and replaced it with a mandatory eVisa system covering 177 countries. The relevant product for tourism is the Tourism Visa (F5A): a single-entry visa valid 90 days from issuance, permitting a maximum stay of 30 days, with no employment and no extension allowed. Applications are made online at evisa.immigration.gov.ng, approvals are emailed (typically within 24-48 hours), and the printed eVisa is presented on arrival where a sticker/endorsement is placed in the passport. Travelers must also complete the digital Landing/Exit card. The eVisa fee is tiered by nationality; Indonesia falls outside the lowest (African/ECOWAS) band and outside the highest (Western reciprocity) band, so the government visa fee is in the mid-to-high range (roughly USD 100-170), before any payment-gateway or optional agency service charges. Standard requirements include a passport valid at least 6 months, a passport photo, a confirmed return ticket, proof of accommodation or a Nigerian host address, and bank statements showing sufficient funds. Nigeria is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa - Tourism Visa (F5A), applied online before travel
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days, single entry
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 100-170 government eVisa fee (tiered by nationality; non-refundable)
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 24-48 hours after submission
standard track
Validity
Valid 90 days from date of issuance; not extendable
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport validity
Ensure your Indonesian ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended entry date and has at least one blank page. Indonesia is not visa-exempt for Nigeria, so an eVisa is mandatory before travel.
· 6-month passport validity· Ordinary passport
/02
Gather supporting documents
Prepare a digital passport-style photo, your passport bio-data page, a confirmed round-trip flight itinerary, hotel booking or a Nigerian host's address, and recent bank statements showing sufficient funds.
· Return ticket· Proof of funds· Accommodation
/03
Apply on the official e-Visa portal
Create an account at evisa.immigration.gov.ng, select the Tourism Visa (F5A) category, complete the application form, and upload all required documents.
· evisa.immigration.gov.ng· Tourism Visa F5A
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the non-refundable eVisa fee via the portal's payment gateway. The amount is set by nationality tier; keep the payment receipt.
· Online card payment· Non-refundable
/05
Receive and print the eVisa approval
Approval is sent by email, usually within 24-48 hours. Print the eVisa letter to present on arrival.
· Emailed approval· Print before travel
/06
Complete the digital Landing Card and enter Nigeria
Fill out the online Landing/Exit card before departure. On arrival, present the printed eVisa; an immigration officer will endorse a visa sticker in your passport.
· Digital Landing Card· Visa endorsement on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Indonesia -> Nigeria · eVisa - Tourism Visa (F5A), applied online before travel
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RequiredIndonesian passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry, with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Nigeria Tourism Visa (F5A) eVisa, printed
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style digital photograph (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip / onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking) or Nigerian host's address
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredBank statements showing sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredCompleted digital Landing/Exit card (before departure)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate
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
RequiredParental consent and birth certificate (for accompanying minors)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
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.
Application link included: Nigeria Immigration Service - Tourism Visa (F5A)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourism Visa (F5A) eVisa feeUSD 100-170Tiered by nationality; Indonesia is in the mid/standard band. Non-refundable.
Payment gateway / processing surchargeUSD 5-25Charged by the online payment processor on the official portal.
Optional agency service feeUSD 20-80Only if you use a third-party visa agency instead of applying yourself.
Total estimateUSD 105USD 195incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy of Nigeria (Jakarta) application
5-10 business days
Alternative in-person/courier route via the Nigerian Embassy in Jakarta if you prefer a pre-stamped visa or the online portal is unavailable.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Indonesia is not on Nigeria's visa-exempt list
Nigeria waives visas mainly for ECOWAS members and a few bilateral-agreement countries; Indonesia is not among them, so a visa is required.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival was abolished in May 2025
Effective 1 May 2025, Nigeria discontinued the VoA scheme on security grounds, so travelers can no longer obtain a visa at the airport.
High
/03
eVisa is now mandatory before travel
Nigeria's new eVisa system covers 177 countries and requires online approval prior to boarding.
High
/04
Tourism is a permitted eVisa purpose
The Tourism Visa (F5A) is designed specifically for leisure and sightseeing visits.
Medium
/05
Short single-entry stay fits the eVisa product
A typical tourist trip of up to 30 days matches the F5A single-entry allowance.
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
2026-05-30 · major
Indonesia to Nigeria route verified
Confirmed via Nigeria Immigration Service and immigration advisories that VoA was abolished on 1 May 2025 and Indonesian ordinary passport holders must obtain a Tourism Visa (F5A) eVisa online before travel; single entry, 30-day stay, 90-day validity.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can an Indonesian passport holder still get a visa on arrival in Nigeria?
No. Nigeria abolished its Visa-on-Arrival scheme on 1 May 2025. Indonesians must apply for an eVisa online before traveling.
How long can I stay in Nigeria on the Tourism Visa (F5A)?+
How long does the Nigeria eVisa take to process?+
Where do I apply for the Nigeria eVisa?+
Is Nigeria part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?+
What documents do I need besides the passport and photo?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Indonesia passport

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