Opening Hours

(for General Inquiry)

9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday - Friday (Except on Nigerian and Angolan Public Holidays)

Payment for all categories of Nigerian visas MUST be made online at the Nigerian Immigration Service web portal www.immigration.gov.ng. (Note that the Visa Application form is accessible on the immigration portal). Cash payments are not accepted for visas and only applications accompanied with evidence of payment will be processed. Please note that visa fees are non-refundable.

All visa applicants are required to physically appear for interview at the scheduled date and time. For all enquiries relating to Consular matters (passports, Emergency Travel Certificates (ETC), visas and other immigration issues) please call the Embassy, Mondays to Fridays from 10:00am to 3:00pm, except on Nigerian and Angolan public holidays.

Visitor's Visa Requirements

• A signed typed invitation letter from a Nigerian addressed to Nigeria Embassy Angola with photocopy of the data page of valid Nigerian international passport to confirm/ authenticate genuine and effective link or relationship either by Marriage or kinship with Nigeria.
• Signed typed invitations from other Resident Aliens in Nigeria must be accompanied by a photocopy of the valid Residence or Work Permit in Nigeria (CERPAC) and a photocopy of data page of passport
• Letter of Confirmation of employment from the employer in Angola
• Applications for minors under the Age of 18 years old to be accompanied by a typed letters of consent signed by both parents and a photocopy of the passport of both parents as well as the Registration of live birth of the child(ren) which bears the names of either or both parents. The letters of consent must be endorsed in all cases by a Notary Public
• Any Other requirement (s) that the Visa section may deem necessary

Tourist Visa Requirements

• A typed self-explanatory letter request for Tourist visa
• Letter of Confirmation of employment from the employer in Angola
• A confirmed hotel reservation for the duration of stay in Nigeria. and copy of Hotel Employer’s Identification Card
• Evidence of sufficient funds: Photocopy of Receipts for the purchase of Angola funds from the bank considered adequate to cover the cost of the trip and not Statement of Account
• Photocopy of vaccination against Yellow Fever. Do not send original yellow card please
• Applications for minors under 18 years old to be accompanied by letters of consent signed by both parents and a photocopy of the passport of both parents as well as the Registration of birth of the child(ren) which bears the names of either or both parents. The letters of consent must be endorsed in all cases by a Notary.
• Any Other requirement (s) that the Visa section may deem necessary

Extra Requirements for Journalists

• A typed self-explanatory letter request for Tourist visa
• Approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicating the type of equipment to be taken into the country.

Business Visa Requirements

•  A signed Letter of invitation from Host Company in Nigeria on Letterhead to indicate nature of business, duration of visit and accepting full immigration and financial responsibility. A photocopy of the Nigerian company’s Registration with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)
•  A signed Letter of Introduction on Letterhead from the sponsoring company or agency in Angola.
•  Any Other requirement (s) that the Visa section may deem necessary.

Temporary Work Permit (TWP) Requirements

• Certified/Notarised copies of Professional and Educational Certificates/Diplomas and Resume
• Copies of Nigerian Immigration Service approval to work in Nigeria sent to Nigeria High Commission
• Photocopy of Letter of Offer of Appointment
• Photocopy of Letter of Acceptance of Appointment
• Police Certificate by Angolan Criminal Investigation Department
• Photocopy of Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate
• Apart from the online payment, a non-refundable processing fee of hundred dollars ($100) in payable to the Nigeria Embassy Angola for regular service for minimum processing period of fifteen (15) working days
• Apart from the online payment, non-refundable processing fee of one hundred and fifty dollars ($150.00) payable to the Nigeria Embassy Angola for expedite service for minimum processing period of seven (7) working days.

Subject to Regularisation (STR) Requirements

• STR form to be completed online at Nigeria Immigration Service Portal in quadruplicate. Please print the forms before submitting the application online;
• The following documents should be attached to each completed form
• 4 recent coloured passport size photograph (White Background) and ensure to write name at the back with stamped date
• Valid National Passport: Passport should be valid for a minimum of six months
• 4 copies of Certified or Notarised copies of Professional Certificates/Diplomas and Resume that qualify the applicant for the job
• 4 copies of Expatriate Quota approval letter issued by the Nigerian Immigration Service. (Copies to be certified by the Federal Ministry of Internal Affairs in Nigeria)
• 4 copies of Letter of Offer of Appointment from the employing company in Nigeria, detailing the job description and personal emoluments
• 4 copies of Letter of Acceptance of the Offer
• Original Clearance Certificate by RCMP National Repository of Criminal fingerprints only and 3 clear photocopies; for adult only
• 4 Photocopy of Vaccination Certificate against Yellow Fever. (Do not send the original yellow card)
• Accompanying wife and children must comply with requirements. In addition, a separate invitation is required for spouse and dependants
• Apart from the online payment, a non-refundable processing fee of One Hundred Dollars ($100) payable to the Nigeria Embassy Angola for regular service for minimum processing period of fifteen (15) working days.
• Apart from the online payment, non-refundable processing fee of One Hundred and Fifty US dollars (US$150.00) payable to the Nigeria Embassy Angola for expedited service for a minimum processing period of seven (7) working days.

Aditional information

• All visitors are required to have a valid visa to enter into Nigeria except for citizens of countries belonging to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
• All countries do require entry visas to Nigeria EXCEPT for countries that have reciprocal bilateral agreements with Nigeria for issuance of visas at the point of entry. Early application is advisable to avoid delays.
• Applicants are required to submit a duly completed visa application form and proof of payment before appearing for the interview.

Vaccination

Health authorities recommend vaccination against cholera and yellow fever from all visitors. Anti-malaria vaccination is also recommended.

Handling Time for Visa Application

Call the Embassy to enquire about this.

Note: Visa application forms that are not fully completed, signed, and dated, or with incomplete requirements and supporting documents, will not be handled. Payments made are non-refundable.

Information Updated: 25 Oct, 2018