Japanese ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to visit Nigeria for tourism. Apply online before travel via the Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa portal; the old visa-on-arrival scheme was abolished on 1 May 2025. A Japanese ordinary passport holder is NOT visa-free for Nigeria. Under Nigeria's New Visa Policy 2025, the Nigeria Immigration Service launched a mandatory online eVisa system on 1 May 2025 and phased out the previous visa-on-arrival scheme. Japanese nationals fall within the eligible eVisa nationalities and must apply for a Tourism eVisa (Class F5A) online at evisa.immigration.gov.ng before departure. The Tourism eVisa is a single-entry visa valid for 90 days from issuance, permitting a stay of up to 30 days (non-extendable, no employment permitted). Approvals are typically issued by email within 24-48 hours for eligible, complete applications. Nigeria is in West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Travelers should also note that a digital arrival/exit landing card is now part of the entry process. Always confirm current fees and requirements on the official portal before applying, as the policy was recently overhauled.
Tourism eVisa (Class F5A), applied online before travel
最长停留
Up to 30 days (non-extendable)
每次入境
入境次数
Single entry
自签发日起
签证费
Approx. USD 160 visa fee plus a separate consular/service fee (varies by nationality and currency; budget USD 160-300 total)
仅领事费
办理时间
Typically 24-48 hours for complete, eligible applications
常规通道
有效期
90 days from date of issuance
自签发日起
/02 — 办理流程
如何申请
/01
Confirm eVisa eligibility
Japan is among the 177 nationalities eligible for Nigeria's online eVisa. Visa-on-arrival no longer exists, so apply online before you fly.
· Eligible: Japan· Apply before travel
/02
Gather required documents
Passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages, a recent passport photo, return/onward ticket, hotel booking or Nigerian host address, and bank statements showing sufficient funds.
· Passport 6+ months· Proof of funds
/03
Create an account on the official eVisa portal
Register at evisa.immigration.gov.ng, the Nigeria Immigration Service official site. Avoid third-party agents charging markups.
· evisa.immigration.gov.ng· Official portal only
/04
Complete the application and upload documents
Fill in personal and travel details, select Tourism Visa (F5A), and upload your photo and supporting documents.
· Select F5A Tourism· Upload documents
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the visa fee plus the consular/service fee by card through the portal. Keep the payment receipt.
· Card payment· Keep receipt
/06
Receive approval and complete arrival card
Approval arrives by email (often within 24-48 hours). Print or save the eVisa, and complete the digital landing/exit card on arrival in Nigeria.
Tourism eVisa fee (F5A)Approx. USD 160Base visa fee; varies by nationality and currency on the official portal
Consular / service processing feeApprox. USD 160Separate fee added at payment; some nationalities pay less
Payment gateway / card chargeVariesSmall online transaction surcharge may apply
总计估算USD 160 — USD 320含全部
/05 — 办理时间
办理时间
Standard online eVisa processing
24-48 hours (sometimes up to 5 business days)
Apply on the official Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa portal and receive approval by email. This is the only route since visa-on-arrival ended.
Early application buffer
Apply 1-2 weeks ahead
Submit well before departure to allow for document re-submission or delays during peak periods.
/06 — 拒签风险
常见拒签原因
按频率
/01
Nigeria abolished visa-on-arrival (May 2025)
The New Visa Policy 2025 phased out VoA; all eligible travelers, including Japanese nationals, must obtain an eVisa online before arrival.
High
/02
Incomplete or missing supporting documents
Failure to provide return ticket, accommodation proof, or bank statements is a common cause of rejection or delay.
High
/03
Passport validity under 6 months
Applications are refused if the passport does not have at least 6 months validity and blank pages.
Medium
/04
Applying through unofficial agents
Third-party sites charge markups and can introduce errors; use the official portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng.
Medium
/05
Confusing tourism with work/long-stay purposes
The F5A eVisa permits tourism only with no employment and no extension; mismatched purpose causes problems at entry.
Low
/07 — 抵达之后
落地后须知
/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 — 政策历史
政策变更记录
自 2024 年起
2026-05-30 · 重大
Japan to Nigeria route verified
Confirmed via Nigeria Immigration Service and Embassy of Japan in Nigeria that Japanese ordinary passport holders need a Tourism eVisa (F5A); visa-on-arrival ended 1 May 2025.
/09 — 常见问题
常见问题
Can a Japanese tourist still get a visa on arrival in Nigeria?—
No. Nigeria abolished the visa-on-arrival scheme on 1 May 2025. Japanese nationals must apply for an eVisa online before traveling.