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NGA → UNITED KINGDOMVISA REQUIREDUSUALLY UP TO 6 MONTHS
United Kingdom · Visa required
You need a visa before you travel
Nigerian passport holders need a visa for United Kingdom, arranged before departure.
How to enter
Apply online for a Standard Visitor visa, pay the fee and give your biometrics at a visa application centre in Abuja, Lagos or Port Harcourt.
Allowed stay
Usually up to 6 months
What to carry
Valid passport
Travel plans and accommodation
Evidence of funds (bank statements)
Evidence you will leave after the visit (job, business, family, studies)
Tuberculosis test certificate if staying over 6 months
HealthNigeria is a yellow fever country. Many destinations and airlines ask travellers from Nigeria for a yellow fever certificate, so keep your yellow card with your passport.
Checked against official and news sources, September 2026. The border officer makes the final decision.
Common questions about the United Kingdom
Do Nigerians need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Yes. Nigerian passport holders need a visa for the United Kingdom, and it must be obtained before you travel. Allowed stay: usually up to 6 months.
How long can a Nigerian stay in the United Kingdom?
Usually up to 6 months for a tourist visit. The immigration officer at the border decides the exact length of your stay.
What documents do Nigerians need to visit the United Kingdom?
Commonly checked documents: valid passport; travel plans and accommodation; evidence of funds (bank statements); evidence you will leave after the visit (job, business, family, studies); tuberculosis test certificate if staying over 6 months.
How do Nigerians apply for a United Kingdom visa?
Apply online for a Standard Visitor visa, pay the fee and give your biometrics at a visa application centre in Abuja, Lagos or Port Harcourt.
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