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Russian Federation to Nigeria visa requirements

Russian (ordinary passport) travelers need a Nigeria Tourist e-Visa (F5A). Since 1 May 2025 Nigeria has replaced visa-on-arrival with a mandatory online e-Visa that must be obtained before travel. Apply at the official portal, upload documents, pay the fee, and receive an Electronic Travel Authorization Letter (eTAL) by email, usually within 48 hours. Nigeria requires Russian ordinary passport holders to obtain a visa for tourism, and as of 2025-2026 the standard channel is the Tourism e-Visa (category F5A). Under Nigeria's New Visa Policy 2025, the Federal Ministry of Interior and the Nigeria Immigration Service launched a fully digital e-Visa platform on 1 May 2025 and phased out the previous visa-on-arrival system. The e-Visa is open to nationals of roughly 177 eligible countries, which includes Russia (Russia is not an ECOWAS member and has no visa-waiver agreement with Nigeria, so no visa-free channel exists). The Tourism e-Visa is single entry, valid for 90 days from issuance, and permits a stay of up to 30 days; it is non-extendable and does not permit employment. Applicants apply entirely online at the official portal (evisa.immigration.gov.ng / portal.immigration.gov.ng), upload a passport bio-data page, photo, return ticket, hotel/host details and a bank statement, and pay online. The government immigration fee for Russian nationals is approximately US$84 for single entry; third-party agencies add service and biometric charges that can push the total well above US$300, so applying directly via the official portal is cheapest. Decisions are typically issued within 24-48 hours, occasionally up to about 5 business days in peak periods. The passport must be valid for at least six months. Travelers should print the eTAL approval and carry supporting documents for inspection on arrival. Because sources consistently confirm a visa requirement and there is no visa-free or genuine on-arrival channel, the verdict is e-Visa.
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
Tourism e-Visa (F5A), single entry
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. US$84 government immigration fee (Russia, single entry); total higher via agents
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 24-48 hours (up to ~5 business days in peak periods)
standard track
Validity
90 days from issuance (non-extendable)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity and eligibility
Ensure your Russian ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended arrival date and has a blank page. Russian nationals are eligible for the Nigeria e-Visa.
· 6 months validity· Russia eligible
/02
Create an account on the official e-Visa portal
Register at the Nigeria Immigration Service e-Visa portal (evisa.immigration.gov.ng / portal.immigration.gov.ng) with your basic details and login credentials.
· Official portal only
/03
Select Tourism Visa (F5A) and complete the form
Choose the single-entry Tourism e-Visa category and fill in personal data, passport details, travel dates and purpose.
· Category F5A
/04
Upload required documents
Upload your passport bio-data page, a recent passport photo, return ticket, hotel reservation or host address, and a bank statement covering the last ~180 days.
· Digital uploads
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the immigration fee by debit or credit card through the portal. Applying directly avoids extra third-party service charges.
· Card payment
/06
Receive eTAL and travel
Receive the Electronic Travel Authorization Letter (eTAL) by email, usually within 48 hours. Print it and carry supporting documents for inspection on arrival.
· ~48 hours· Print approval
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Russian Federation -> Nigeria · Tourism e-Visa (F5A), single entry
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RequiredRussian passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online Tourism e-Visa (F5A) application
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredPassport bio-data page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return/onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredHotel reservation or host's address details
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredBank statement (approx. last 180 days) showing sufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredPaid immigration fee (card payment)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPrinted eTAL approval letter for arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredBirth certificate and parental consent (for 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.
Official sourcesNigeria Immigration Service - Tourism Visa F5ANigeria Immigration Service - Official e-Visa PortalEmbassy of Nigeria, Moscow - Tourist Visa
Application link included: Nigeria Immigration Service - Tourism Visa F5A
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Immigration e-Visa fee (Russia, single entry)~US$84Government fee charged on the official portal; varies by nationality
Bank/payment processing fee~US$20Online card processing surcharge where applicable
Third-party agency service fee (optional)US$100+Only if using a commercial visa service instead of the official portal
Biometric fee (via some agencies)Up to US$170Levied by certain third-party services for non-African nationals; avoid by applying officially
Total estimate~US$84 — ~US$354incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official online e-Visa
24-48 hours (up to ~5 business days at peak)
Apply directly on the Nigeria Immigration Service portal; cheapest and fastest route.
Embassy of Nigeria, Moscow
Approx. 2-3 working days
Consular submission route; generally redundant now that the e-Visa is mandatory.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mandatory pre-arrival visa
Russia has no visa-free or visa-waiver agreement with Nigeria, so a visa must be obtained before travel.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival abolished
Nigeria phased out visa-on-arrival on 1 May 2025 under the New Visa Policy 2025; the e-Visa is now the standard channel.
High
/03
Russia is an eligible e-Visa nationality
Russian passport holders are among the ~177 nationalities able to use Nigeria's online e-Visa system.
High
/04
Tourism-only, single entry
The F5A e-Visa is for tourism only, single entry, and does not permit employment.
Medium
/05
Documentation and funds proof
Approval depends on supporting documents such as return ticket, accommodation and a bank statement showing sufficient funds.
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
Russia to Nigeria route verified
Confirmed via Nigeria Immigration Service sources that Russian ordinary passport holders require a Tourism e-Visa (F5A); visa-on-arrival was abolished on 1 May 2025 and replaced by the mandatory online e-Visa (single entry, 90-day validity, 30-day stay).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Russian citizens need a visa to visit Nigeria?—
Yes. Russian ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before travel. There is no visa-free or genuine visa-on-arrival option; the standard channel is the online Tourism e-Visa (F5A).
Can I still get a visa on arrival in Nigeria?+
How long does the Nigeria e-Visa take to process?+
How long can I stay and is the visa multiple-entry?+
How much does the Nigeria e-Visa cost for Russians?+
Where is the official application portal?+
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