INGO Employment Visa

R5A - International NGO Employment Visa

               



Visa

The R5A International NGO Employment/Work Visa is a Multiple Entry Temporary Residence Visa (TRV) for foreigners employed in International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) operating in Nigeria. This two-year renewable visa introduced in the Nigeria Visa Policy 2020 is only obtainable through the Nigerian Mission : Embassy, High Commission or Consulate.


Eligibility

Only foreign expat who has been employed in a recognized International NGO operating in Nigeria.


Requirements

  • MoU Letter from the Nigeria National Planning Commission or Relevant Agency
  • Copy of INGO Registration Documents. 
  •  Employment Letter/Offer/Contract to the Applicant 
  • Letter/Note of Acceptance of Employment by the Applicant
  • Formal R5A Application by the Employing INGO to the CGI
    (Must indicate Acceptance of Immigration Responsibilities) 
  • Educational Qualification(s) with Attestation of the original copy(s)  
    (Duly attested by the Foreign Affairs Ministry and/or Education Ministry of Applicant’s country) 
  • Curriculum Vitae in English language

 

  • Travel Document valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages
  • Printout of completed Online Visa Application form.
  • 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.

  • 24 Months

Renewability

The maximum number of extensions possible with this visa.

  • Multiple

Permitted Activities

Only legitimate work-related engagements allowed

  • Work 
  • Residence 

Visa Channels


Visa Fees

  • Depends on Passport Nationality

Processing Time

  • Typically 3 - 5 working days.

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