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Business Travel Requirements for a Nigeria Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Nigerian Online Specifications

    Part of the visa application requires the applicant to complete an online visa form through the Nigerian Immigration Service website. During this process the applicant is required to pay the visa fee directly to the Nigerian government by credit card which also includes logging in or creating a Gmail, Yahoo or Open ID account.

    There are anti-fraud measures in place for the use of credit cards on the online application site such as registration of the cardholder if the first and last name on the card does not match the applicant's name. Full details are provided online prior to commencing the application once logged in.

    VisasDirect provides a guide to assist you in completing the online visa application. To access the guide follow the link: Nigeria Online Visa Application Instructions.

    In order for VisasDirect to process your visa, you must provide the following documents:

    • A copy of the Application Acknowledgement Slip (the page which appears after submitting the application on the Nigerian Immigration Service website featuring Application ID and Reference No) 
    • A copy of the online payment page showing payment has been shipped

    Please review additional details in the visa application instructions in the pack. 

  2. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
    • Have two blank facing visa pages
  3. Photograph(s)

    You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://visasdirect.com.au/photo-service to upload your photo.

     

    Alternatively, you may provide three colour, passport-type photographs that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against an all-white background and printed on high-quality photo paper; be 45mm (h) by 35mm (w); provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photos should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

  4. Proof of Financial Means

    Evidence of available funds. This should be provided as a copy of the applicants bank statement for the last six months showing that the applicant has sufficient funds to support himself/herself whilst in Nigeria. The bank statement must be in the name of applicant and on bank letterhead.
  5. Business Introduction Letter

    You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. Be certain your letter meets the specific requirements of the consulate by using our Digital Introduction Cover Letter. Visit https://visasdirect.com.au/bcl-order to get started.

    Alternatively, please use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visasdirect.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.

    Please ensure that the business letter is addressed to the High Commissioner at the Nigerian High Commission (26 Guilfoyle Street, Yarralumla, ACT 2600).

  6. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation from the applicant's host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

    • Be addressed to the High Commissioner at the Nigerian High Commission (26 Guilfoyle Street, Yarralumla, ACT 2600)
    • Include the full address and contact details of the host
    • Specify the purpose, location and duration of stay 
    • Include an acceptance of immigration and financial responsibility for the applicant
    • Be signed by the applicant's host 
  7. Company Registration

    A copy of the Company Registration (Certificate of Incorporation) of the company you are visiting in Nigeria.

  8. Yellow Fever Certificate

    One copy of the applicant's yellow fever certificate

    Please note: The original certificate must be carried by the traveller whilst in country for presentation to officials on request

  9. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight itinerary showing exact entry and exit dates and locations. Travel arrangements should only be paid in full once the visa has been issued.
  10. Visa Application Form

    • One original and two coloured copies of the completed and signed hand-written visa application form
    • One completed and signed Nigerian Online Visa Form (provided at the completion of the Nigerian online visa application process)
    • Three coloured copies of the Visa Payment Slip (provided at the completion of the Nigerian online visa application process)
  11. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
  12. Minors

    Applicants who are minors under the age of 18 years must provide a letter of consent completed and signed by both parents.
  13. Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)

    Stay informed and safe by having VisasDirect subscribe you to the Travel Advice Email Alerts of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade. Registration enables you to receive the most up-to-date travel advice regarding safety, security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health. VisasDirect will register the email address provided in the order. To enroll in this optional service, add this option to your order within the order flow. (Note: the Australian Government does not levy a fee for this service).

Tourist Travel Requirements for a Nigeria Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Nigerian Online Specifications

    Part of the visa application requires the applicant to complete an online visa form through the Nigerian Immigration Service website. During this process the applicant is required to pay the visa fee directly to the Nigerian government by credit card which also includes logging in or creating a Gmail, Yahoo or Open ID account.

    There are anti-fraud measures in place for the use of credit cards on the online application site such as registration of the cardholder if the first and last name on the card does not match the applicant's name. Full details are provided online prior to commencing the application once logged in.

    VisasDirect provides a guide to assist you in completing the online visa application. To access the guide follow the link: Nigeria Online Visa Application Instructions.

    In order for VisasDirect to process your visa, you must provide the following documents:

    • A copy of the Application Acknowledgement Slip (the page which appears after submitting the application on the Nigerian Immigration Service website featuring Application ID and Reference No) 
    • A copy of the online payment page showing payment has been shipped

    Please review additional details in the visa application instructions in the pack. 

  2. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
    • Have two blank facing visa pages
  3. Photograph(s)

    You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://visasdirect.com.au/photo-service to upload your photo.

     

    Alternatively, you may provide three colour, passport-type photographs that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against an all-white background and printed on high-quality photo paper; be 45mm (h) by 35mm (w); provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photos should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

  4. Proof of Financial Means

    Evidence of available funds. This should be provided as a copy of the applicants bank statement for the last six months showing a minimum balance of AUD1000.00. The bank statement must be in the name of applicant and on bank letterhead.

  5. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation from the applicant's host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

    • Be addressed to the Nigeria High Commission
    • Include the full address and contact details of the host
    • Specify the purpose, location and duration of stay 
    • Specify the relationship to the applicant
    • Include an acceptance of Immigration and financial responsibility for the applicant
    • Be signed by the applicant's host
  6. Letter of Support

    A letter of employment from the hosts' employer in Nigeria. This letter must:

    • Be on company letterhead paper
    • Include the name of the host and position in the company
    • Include an introduction of the host verifying their identity
    • Be dated, and signed by hosts' employer

    A copy of the Certificate of Incorporation of the company that the host is employed by must also be submitted with the visa application.

  7. Multiple Entry Applicants

    Multiple entry visas are issued at the discretion of the Nigerian High Commission. If an applicant has a previous single or multiple entry visa for Nigeria in their passport they are more likely to be issued with a multiple entry visa should they apply for one. If they do not have a previous visa they will most likely be issued a single entry visa.
  8. Yellow Fever Certificate

    One copy of the applicant's yellow fever certificate

    Please note: The original certificate must be carried by the traveller whilst in country for presentation to officials on request

  9. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight itinerary showing exact entry and exit dates and locations. Travel arrangements should only be paid in full once the visa has been issued.
  10. Supporting Documents

    Photocopy of the host's Nigerian passport data page.

    If visiting Resident Aliens, a photocopy of evidence of CERPAC documents - Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Aliens Card (green and brown cards/Temporary Receipts), and the first five relevant pages of the passport, including the bio data page of the sponsor's passport.

    If visiting a Church in Nigeria, applicants must include:

    • A copy of the Nigerian Church Registration Certificate
    • A letter from the applicants local church in Australia, acknowledging travel to the church in Nigeria

    If the visa applicant and the host in Nigeria are married, applicants must include:

    • A copy of the marriage certificate
  11. Visa Application Form

    • One original and two coloured copies of the completed and signed hand-written visa application form
    • One completed and signed Nigerian Online Visa Form (provided at the completion of the Nigerian online visa application process)
    • One copy of the Visa Payment Slip (provided at the completion of the Nigerian online visa application process)
  12. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
  13. Minors

    Children aged 16 and under must provide the following additional documents with their visa application:

    • A detailed Letter of Consent signed by both parents and addressed to the Nigerian High Commission – the letter should request the visa issuance for the minor and permission to travel to Nigeria
    • A copy of the child's birth certificate
    • The signature of one parent on the child's visa application form
  14. Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)

    Stay informed and safe by having VisasDirect subscribe you to the Travel Advice Email Alerts of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade. Registration enables you to receive the most up-to-date travel advice regarding safety, security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health. VisasDirect will register the email address provided in the order. To enroll in this optional service, add this option to your order within the order flow. (Note: the Australian Government does not levy a fee for this service).

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