🇵🇭Philippines

🇳🇬NigeriaPH-NG

Philippines to Nigeria visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Nigeria on a tourist visa?

The single-entry Tourism Visa (F5A) permits a stay of up to 30 days. The visa itself is valid 90 days from issuance, within which you must enter.

Q: How long does the Nigeria eVisa take?

Approvals are typically emailed within 24-48 hours. Allow up to 5 business days during peak periods, so apply at least a week ahead.

Q: Where do I apply for the Nigeria eVisa?

On the official Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng. Avoid unofficial third-party sites.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever certificate?

Yes, Nigeria requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for entry. Carry your International Certificate of Vaccination.

Q: What documents do I need for the application?

A passport valid 6+ months, a photo, a return/onward ticket, hotel booking or host invitation, and bank statements proving sufficient funds.

Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Nigeria for tourism. Since May 1, 2025, Nigeria replaced visa-on-arrival with an online eVisa: apply on the Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa portal before you travel, get approval by email in 24-48 hours, then receive a visa endorsement on arrival. A Philippines passport is not on any Nigeria visa-waiver list (only ECOWAS members and a few treaty partners are exempt), so a tourist visa is mandatory. As of the 2025 Nigeria Visa Policy reform, the old visa-on-arrival scheme was cancelled and a unified electronic visa (eVisa) system took effect on May 1, 2025. Filipino tourists apply for the Tourism Visa (category F5A) entirely online through the official NIS eVisa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng, upload documents, and pay the fee online. Approval is typically issued by email within 24-48 hours; the printed approval is presented at the port of entry, where an immigration officer endorses/stickers the passport. The tourist visa is single-entry, valid 90 days from issuance, and permits a stay of up to 30 days. Applicants must show a passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay, a return/onward ticket, proof of funds (bank statements), and hotel booking or host invitation. Because sources on exact fees vary by nationality, travelers should confirm the current fee in the portal before paying. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel for Filipinos; default to applying for the eVisa well ahead of travel.

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, category F5A) - applied online via Nigeria Immigration Service portal

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 160 visa fee (varies by nationality; confirm in portal); plus card/processing surcharge

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 24-48 hours; allow up to 5 business days

standard track

Validity

90 days from issuance (must enter within validity)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and gather documents

Verify your Philippine passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay and has blank pages. Prepare a digital passport photo, return/onward flight booking, hotel reservation or host invitation, and recent bank statements showing sufficient funds.

· Passport 6+ months validity· Tourism purpose

/02

Create an account on the official eVisa portal

Go to the Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng and register. Use only the official government site to avoid third-party markups and scams.

· evisa.immigration.gov.ng· Official NIS portal

/03

Complete the Tourism Visa (F5A) application

Select the single-entry Tourism Visa, fill in personal and travel details, and upload all supporting documents (passport bio page, photo, ticket, accommodation, bank statements).

· Category F5A· Single entry

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the applicable visa fee and any processing surcharge by card through the portal. Fees are non-refundable regardless of outcome, so review everything before submitting.

· Pay by card· Non-refundable

/05

Receive eVisa approval by email

Approved applications are emailed within roughly 24-48 hours. Print the approval letter/eVisa and keep a copy on your phone.

· 24-48 hours· Print approval

/06

Present approval on arrival in Nigeria

At the port of entry, present your printed eVisa approval, passport and supporting documents. The immigration officer endorses or places a visa sticker in your passport granting entry for up to 30 days.

· Endorsement on arrival· Up to 30 days stay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Philippines -> Nigeria · eVisa (Tourism Visa, category F5A) - applied online via Nigeria Immigration Service portal

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPhilippine passport valid 6+ months beyond stay, with blank pages

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

required

RequiredCompleted online Tourism Visa (F5A) application

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-size digital photograph

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

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredHotel reservation or Nigerian host invitation/address

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

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

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

required

RequiredPaid visa fee and processing surcharge (card payment)

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

required

RequiredPrinted eVisa approval to present on arrival

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 covering 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 - Tourism Visa (F5A)Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa Portal Fragomen - Nigeria: Visa-on-Arrival Cancellation and eVisa Rollout

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 160Single-entry tourist eVisa; exact amount varies by nationality - confirm in portal

Portal processing/card surchargeUSD 20-30Payment gateway/service charge added at checkout

Yellow fever vaccinationVariesIf not already vaccinated; required for entry

Total estimateUSD 160 — USD 200incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

24-48 hours

Most approvals emailed within 1-2 business days of submission.

Peak-period processing

Up to 5 business days

During busy periods or if documents need review; apply at least a week before travel.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Apply only on the official NIS portal

Use evisa.immigration.gov.ng directly. Third-party agents add fees and travelers risk scams or rejected fake approvals.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival no longer exists

Nigeria cancelled VoA on May 1, 2025. Do not fly expecting to obtain a visa at the airport - you must hold an approved eVisa first.

High

/03

Insufficient supporting documents

Missing bank statements, return ticket or accommodation proof leads to refusal. Fees are non-refundable.

Medium

/04

Passport validity too short

Passport must be valid 6+ months beyond intended stay; otherwise entry is denied.

Medium

/05

Overstaying the 30-day limit

The tourist visa allows only 30 days single entry; overstays incur penalties.

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

Philippines to Nigeria route verified

Confirmed eVisa requirement via Nigeria Immigration Service (Tourism Visa F5A) and 2025 visa policy reform that replaced visa-on-arrival with the online eVisa system effective May 1, 2025.

/09 — The questions