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Living or working in Nigeria: long-stay, digital nomom and working holiday visas
Check current rules with the Nigeria Immigration Service before you travel. Digital-nomad and working-holiday schemes are not offered, so a work permit is needed for work.
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Key facts
- Visa type for stays >90 dayscheck
- Check with Nigeria Immigration Service
- Digital nomad visacheck
- Not available (check for future updates)
- Working holiday visacheck
- Not offered to any nationality (check)
- Typical processing timecheck
- Check with Nigeria Immigration Service
- Fee (2026 estimate)check
- Check with Nigeria Immigration Service
Quick answer
For stays longer than three months or for work, check the current visa and permit rules with the Nigeria Immigration Service before you travel. Nigeria does not run a digital-nomad or working-holiday visa programme.
Details and steps
1. Check with the Nigeria Immigration Service whether your nationality needs a visa and what the application steps are.
2. Confirm fees and processing times with the Nigeria Immigration Service.
3. Check what document you receive on approval and what you must present on arrival.
4. Check any residence registration or residence card rules with the Nigeria Immigration Service.
5. Check renewal and extension rules with the Nigeria Immigration Service.
- Prepare employer letter on official letterhead.
Important notes
Visa rules can change without notice; always verify the latest requirements on the Nigeria Immigration Service website before booking.
Work permits are tied to a specific employer; changing jobs requires a new permit.
Digital-nomad pilots have been discussed in government statements but no formal scheme is active as of 2026.
Questions people ask
What should I know about long-stay and working visas in Nigeria?
Check current visa and work permit rules with the Nigeria Immigration Service. No digital-nomad or working-holiday visas exist yet.
How much does it cost?
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. Confirm current fees on the Nigeria Immigration Service website.
When should I plan for it?
Start the online application well in advance to allow for processing and any employer documentation.
Can I extend my stay after arrival?
Extensions require a fresh application and proof of continued employment; they cannot be done at the airport.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes – a policy covering health, repatriation and visa-related issues is recommended and may be required for the work-permit process.
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