Tourist e-Visa, landing card and arrival help

Nigeria Visa Information

Practical help with the Nigeria tourist e-Visa, landing card, invitation letter support and arrival preparation.

Most visitors now apply online through the official Nigeria e-Visa portal. The process can be quick when your documents are prepared correctly, but requirements can change and immigration officers may ask to see proof of your plans when you arrive.

Benjamin can help you understand what practical travel details you may need for your Nigeria trip, including itinerary support, accommodation information, airport arrival help and invitation letter support where appropriate.

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Quick answer: what most tourists should prepare

For a Nigeria tourist e-Visa, recent travellers report preparing a passport photo, passport data page, hotel booking, inbound and outbound flight booking, and 6 months of bank statements or other evidence of funds.

After receiving the visa, travellers should also complete the Nigeria landing card online before arrival and keep copies of the visa, landing card, accommodation booking and return or onward ticket ready for immigration.

Important: Always check the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal before applying. This page is practical travel guidance, not legal advice.

How the Nigeria tourist e-Visa usually works

A simple overview before you start the official application.

Nigeria now has an online e-Visa process for many short-stay visitors. Recent traveller reports describe approvals ranging from a few hours to 1-2 working days when the application was complete, although this can vary by passport, visa type, workload and document quality.

The application is made through the official Nigeria e-Visa portal. You create or log into an account, fill in your personal and travel details, upload the required documents, pay the fee if applicable, and wait for the visa document by email or through the portal.

Official Nigeria e-Visa portal

Keep in mind

Requirements can change, so always check the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal before applying.
Benjamin can help you prepare the practical travel details, but he cannot guarantee visa approval.
The official decision is always made by Nigeria Immigration Service and immigration authorities.

Documents to prepare

Before you start the application, prepare clear digital copies of your documents.

Passport data page

Your passport should normally have at least 6 months validity and blank pages.

Passport photo

Use a recent passport-style photo that meets the upload requirements.

Hotel booking or accommodation details

Recent travellers used accommodation details matching their travel dates. If staying with a host, you may need host details instead.

Inbound and outbound flight booking

Prepare proof of arrival and departure from Nigeria. Immigration may ask to see your onward or return ticket when you arrive.

Bank statements or evidence of funds

Recent travellers reported uploading 6 months of bank statements. One report recommended showing at least USD 2,000 available, although the official portal may not publish a fixed minimum.

Invitation letter, where relevant

For tourism, a letter may not always be required if you are using hotel bookings. Host-based stays, private guide arrangements or complex trips may make a clear support letter useful.

Recent traveller reports mentioned file-size limits, including documents needing to be under 1 MB. Compress files carefully so they remain readable.

Step-by-step application guide

Use this as a traveller checklist, then confirm the details through the official portals.

1
Check the official visa category

Go to the Nigeria Immigration Service visa information page and confirm which visa type fits your trip.
2
Prepare your documents

Make sure your passport photo, passport scan, accommodation proof, flight booking and financial evidence are clear and consistent.
3
Apply through the official e-Visa portal

Use the official portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng. Avoid relying only on third-party sites unless you deliberately choose to pay for assistance.
4
Pay the fee if required

Fees can vary by nationality and visa type. Recent traveller reports show very different costs depending on passport.
5
Watch for the approval email or portal update

Some travellers received approval very quickly, but do not leave this until the last minute.
6
Read the visa document carefully

Check the validity period, permitted stay, entry conditions and any notes on the second page of the visa document.
7
Complete the landing card before travelling

Before arrival, complete the Nigeria landing card online and save a copy with your travel documents.

Before you fly

Landing card before arrival

Nigeria also uses an online landing and exit card system. The official Nigeria Immigration Service says landing and exit cards are mandatory for passengers entering or departing Nigeria.

Open official Landing and Exit Card portal

Recent traveller reports say the landing card can be completed shortly before travel and approval may be instant when the details are accepted. Complete it before you fly, save the confirmation, and keep it with your visa and travel documents.

Official portal flow

Select arrival or departure, enter your visa or passport details, verify the information, then download or print the confirmation for presentation at checkpoints.

At immigration: what to carry

Keep your documents easy to access when you arrive in Nigeria.

Printed or saved Nigeria e-Visa
Passport
Landing card confirmation
Hotel booking or host address
Return or onward flight booking
Travel itinerary
Benjamin's contact details if he is meeting or assisting you
Yellow fever certificate, if required for your journey

Questions travellers report being asked

Recent travellers reported being asked questions such as where they were staying, how long they were staying, which cities they would visit, and whether they had a flight out of Nigeria. Stay calm, answer clearly, and keep your documents organised.

When an invitation letter may help

An invitation letter is not the same thing as a visa, and it does not guarantee approval or entry. However, it can sometimes help explain the practical purpose of your trip, especially if you are using a local host, arranging a private guide, or planning a custom itinerary.

A good support letter should be clear, simple and truthful. It should match the details in your visa application, including your travel dates, where you plan to stay, your planned activities and local contact details.

No guarantee

Benjamin can help you prepare practical travel details, but he cannot guarantee visa approval. The visa decision is made by Nigeria Immigration Service and the immigration authorities.

How Benjamin can help

Benjamin can help with practical Nigeria travel preparation, especially for first-time visitors arriving in Lagos.

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Understanding what travel details you may need before applying

Planning a realistic Lagos or Nigeria itinerary

Providing local contact information where appropriate

Invitation letter support where suitable

Airport arrival help in Lagos

Transport and first-day orientation

Practical advice on hotels, SIM cards, money exchange and moving around safely

Common mistakes to avoid

Small document problems can make a simple application more stressful than it needs to be.

Do not apply with unclear document scans.
Make sure your hotel booking and flight dates are consistent.
Do not assume an invitation letter replaces a hotel booking or return ticket.
Do not wait until the last minute, even though some travellers received quick approvals.
Do not forget the landing card.
Do not arrive without proof of accommodation and onward or return travel.
Do not rely only on cash or international cards after arrival; payment in Nigeria can be complicated.

Nigeria visa FAQ

Practical answers for tourists preparing a short visit to Nigeria.

Where do I apply for a Nigeria tourist e-Visa?

Use the official Nigeria e-Visa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ng. Always check the official Nigeria Immigration Service information before applying because requirements can change.

How long does the Nigeria e-Visa take?

Recent traveller reports describe approvals ranging from a few hours to 1-2 working days, but this is not guaranteed. Apply early enough to allow for delays, document problems or nationality-specific requirements.

What documents do tourists usually need for the Nigeria e-Visa?

Recent travellers report preparing a passport photo, passport data page, hotel booking or accommodation details, inbound and outbound flight booking, and 6 months of bank statements or evidence of funds. Check the official portal for the exact current requirements for your passport and visa type.

Do I need an invitation letter for Nigeria?

Not every tourist will need an invitation letter, especially if they are applying with hotel bookings. However, an invitation or support letter may be useful if you are visiting with local arrangements, using a private guide, staying with a host, or need clearer documentation for your trip. It does not guarantee visa approval.

What is the Nigeria landing card?

The landing card is an online travel form used by Nigeria Immigration Service for passengers entering Nigeria. Complete it before you travel, save the confirmation and keep it with your e-Visa and passport.

Can Benjamin get my Nigeria visa for me?

Benjamin can help with practical travel preparation, local contact details, invitation letter support where appropriate, itinerary planning and arrival help. He cannot guarantee visa approval or replace the official Nigeria Immigration Service application process.

Need help preparing your Nigeria trip?

Send Benjamin your travel dates, passport country, arrival city, number of travellers and what you plan to do in Nigeria. He can help you understand the practical details you may need for your trip and explain how invitation letter support works.