Nigeria e-Visa on Arrival for South African Citizens

South African citizens who intend to travel to Nigeria for visit, tour or business can get an e-visa on arrival. With the Nigeria e-visa on arrival, you can visit the country, have meetings, carry out business and spend a total of 30 days, though you can optionally extend your stay for a maximum period of 6 months.

What is Nigeria e-Visa on Arrival?

The Nigeria e-visa on arrival is an official travel authorization document that is issued to South African citizens and citizens of other nationalities who intend to travel to Nigeria for a short stay, typically for a period not more than 30 days.

Travellers must first apply and obtain a travel authorization document (also referred to as visa approval letter) before they can qualify to arrive in Nigeria.

What Documents Do South African Citizens Need to Obtain a Nigeria e-Visa on Arrival?

South African citizens will need the following documents in order to apply for and obtain a Nigeria e-visa on arrival:

• Recent Passport Photo (colored)
• Letter of Self-Introduction/Application Letter
• Copy of Passport Data Page
• Round-Trip Flight Itinerary
• Invitation Letter from Host Company
• Corporate Affairs Commission Certificate (CAC) from Host Company

How Do I Get an Invitation Letter and CAC Certificate of Host Company?

If you want to do the application by yourself, then you can get an invitation letter and CAC certificate from us here.

Alternatively, you can let us handle the entire e-visa application for you, submit all required documents and get an approval for you in 24 to 48 hours. Apply here.

Do I present any documents at the port of entry (airport) upon arrival?

Yes. You’ll be required to present the following documents to the immigration officers on arrival:

• Visa Approval Letter (valid for 14 days from the date of issuance)
• Online payment receipt and acknowledgement slip
• International passport with minimum of six months validity
• Valid return ticket

After verification of your documents, you will then undergo biometrics at the port of entry at no further cost.

How long does it take to get a Nigeria e-Visa on arrival?

Typically, it takes two business days only to apply for a Nigeria e-visa on arrival and obtain an approval for British and UK citizens.

How many times can I enter Nigeria with the e-visa on arrival?

The Nigeria e-visa on arrival is only intended for single entry only for Citizens of South Africa.

How Does it Work and How Do I Get Started?

1. First, place your order for Nigeria e-Visa on Arrival Processing here.

2. Send your details (flight itinerary, passport data page, and recent passport photo) to us via email to: hello@destinali.com or WhatsApp: +2349155901398.

3. We prepare all required documents (letter of introduction, letter of invitation to Nigeria, CAC certificate of host, flight itinerary, passport copy, etc.) in the correct format and sizes, and submit your visa application to the Nigeria Immigration Service.

4. You receive a link to the Immigration portal to confirm your details and pay the actual visa fee.

5. Receive your e-Visa on Arrival (VoA) Approval Letter via email within two business days.

6. Verify the letter of approval received on the immigration portal using your application number and reference number to confirm its authenticity.

7. Make printouts of your documents.

8. Arrive at the airport in Nigeria, enroll for biometrics and get the actual visa at no other cost again.