Category: Humanitarian / Refugee / Asylum Visa
Overview: Provides protection in Nigeria for individuals fleeing persecution, conflict, or natural disasters. Grants temporary stay and access to essential services for those meeting international and national criteria for refugee status or humanitarian protection.
Eligibility: Individuals with a well-founded fear of persecution in their home country, or those fleeing conflict/disaster, seeking humanitarian protection in Nigeria under international and national laws.
Processing Time: ~180 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://ncfmri.gov.ng/
Summary: Nigeria's Humanitarian/Refugee/Asylum process offers protection to individuals fleeing persecution, conflict, or disasters in their home country. Key eligibility involves demonstrating a well-founded fear. Main benefit is temporary safe haven.