Nigeria
Entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full 鈥楤ritish citizen鈥� passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government鈥檚 understanding of Nigeria鈥檚 current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Nigeria set and enforce entry rules. If you鈥檙e not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the .
Passport validity requirements
To enter Nigeria, your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.聽
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements.鈥�Renew your passport鈥痠f you need to.聽
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Visa requirements
You must have a visa to enter Nigeria as a visitor. Get your visa before travelling.
Some business travellers are eligible to apply for a visa on arrival. Check the .
If you have a valid Nigerian residence permit (CERPAC or Green Card), you do not need a visa to enter Nigeria.
For further information contact the .
Applying for a visa
You can .
Vaccine requirements
To enter Nigeria, you must have a certificate to prove you鈥檝e had a yellow fever vaccination if you鈥檙e coming from a聽.
For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see .
Health screening
You must fill in an when entering Nigeria. This includes transit passengers. On arrival, a paper version is available.
You may be asked to take part in thermal screening and carry out a travel history check. This is a Nigerian government policy to improve the detection of diseases of public health importance.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
It is illegal to import beer, mineral water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, fruits, vegetables, cereals, eggs, textile fabrics, jewellery or precious metals.
It is illegal to export African art, particularly antiques, without written authorisation from the Department of Antiquities.