Intern Visa

R9A - Intern Visa

               



Visa

The R9A Intern Visa is a Multiple Entry Temporary Residence Visa (TRV) for foreigner who has been accepted to do an internship programme in Nigeria. This one-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 adult (18 years old and above) who has been selected to do internship in Nigeria.


Requirements

  • Letter of Acceptance for Internship by Nigerian Institution
  • Formal R9A Application by the Nigerian Institution to the CGI
    (Must indicate Acceptance of Immigration Responsibilities)  
  • Evidence of Sufficient Funds or Means of Sustenance

 

  • 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.

  • 12 Months

Renewability

The maximum number of extensions possible with this visa.

  • Conditional

Permitted Activities

Only legitimate intern-related engagements allowed

  • Internship 
  • Residence 

Visa Channels


Visa Fees

  • Depends on Passport Nationality

Processing Time

  • Typically 3 - 5 working days.

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