Category: Transit Visa
Overview: The Nigeria Transit Visa allows foreign nationals to pass through Nigeria to a third country. It is issued for a short, specific period, primarily for airport transit or brief stopovers, without permitting extended stays or purposes other than onward travel.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a valid passport, a confirmed onward ticket to a third country, and a valid visa for their final destination (if required). Evidence of sufficient funds for the transit period may also be requested.
Renewable: No
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: No
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/
Summary: The Nigeria Transit Visa enables foreign nationals to transit through Nigeria en route to another country. Key eligibility includes a valid passport, confirmed onward ticket, and visa for the final destination. It simplifies international travel connections via Nigeria.