Accredited Diplomat Visa

R1C - Minor Dependant of Accredited Diplomat Visa

               



Visa

Under the new Nigeria Visa Policy 2020, the Minor Dependant of Accredited Diplomat Visa is a Multiple Entry Temporary Residence Visa issued to child or juveline son, daughter or other dependant relative of R1A Visa holder to accompany them to reside in Nigeria for the duration of principal applicant's diplomatic assignment. This R1C visa class is only issued to unmarried persons below the age of 18, obtainable only through the Nigerian Embassy / High Commision or Consulate abroad.


Eligibility

  • Minor Dependant of Accredited Diplomat Only
    • Child / Minor (less than 18 years old) Relative of Ambassador, Consul, Attaché or other accredited diplomats to Nigeria in official capacity

Requirements

  • Valid International Passport with at least 2 blank pages. 
  • Letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nigeria.
  • Note Verbale from Foreign Ministry of Applicant home country. 

  • Printout of completed Online Visa Application from.
  • Printout of the Online Payment Acknowledgement slip
  • Two (2) recent Passport sized (35/40mm) Photograph.
  • Any other requirement of the Nigeria Consular Mission

Visa Validity

The period between the date visa is issued and when applicant can enter Nigeria.

  • 90 Days

Entry Validity

How many times this visa can be used to enter Nigeria.

  • Multiple Entry

Duration of Stay

The maximum period between the date applicant enters and leaves Nigeria.

  • 2 Years

Renewability

The maximum number of extensions possible with this visa.

  • Multiple Times 
  • Subject to the Validity of R1A's Diplomatic Visa/Assignment

Permitted Activities

Only legitimate and non-commercial engagements allowed

  • To reside in Nigeria as a minor dependant of principal R1A visa holder. 
  • Can attend school / educational institution approved for diplomatic visa.
  • Not allowed for employment and/or business / commercial activities.

Visa Channels


Visa Fees

  • Gratis

Processing Time

  • Typically 2 working days.