Processing Time

Under no circumstances will visas be issued on the same day.

Do not book your ticket before your visa is granted, the Nigeria Embassy or Consulate may require further documentation, clearance or call you for an interview causing delay in the collection time.

In case of Tourist visa when a pre booked flight is necessary allow extra time.

Please do not apply for your visa if your travel date is more than 45 days away, please apply closer to the date and atleast 1-2 weeks depending on the processing time you choose.

The passport will be kept at the Nigeria Embassy or Consulate only for the amount of days required to issue the visa.

When lodging in the office:

• Regular Service: Approximately 5 working days.

 
When lodging STR visa or Journalist Visa in the office:

• Regular Service: allow a minimum of 20 working days.

When applying by post: NOT APPLICABLE AT THE MOMENT

• Express Service: not applicable;
• Regular Service: allow between 8 to 15 working days.

OIS Services does not provide emergency travel documents.

General conditions are subject to change without prior notice.

EXTRA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED DEPENDS ON THE TYPE OF VISA APPLIED FOR