Visitor Visa Checklist
Apply for a Visitor Visa if you are travelling to Nigeria to visit someone who you know and who has provided you with an invitation letter along with a copy of their passport.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER 12.30 PM WILL BE TREATED AS NEXT DAY APPLICATIONS
ALL DOCUMENTS INCLUDING APPOINTMENT BOOKING SLIP MUST BE PROVIDED OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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Passport/Travel Document NOT less than 6 months validity period. Must have two blank facing pages. Non-US passport holders MUST provide Residency Status in the U.S e.g. Green Card, Student Visa or Work Visa |
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| 2 | One recent passport sized photograph and a copy of International passport`s Bio-data page | |
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Complete application form online at https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/visa/freshVisa Once completed this must be printed out, signed and dated by applicant. |
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Payment and acknowledgement slips printed from www.innovate1services.com OR portal.immigration.gov.ng/visa/OnlineQueryStatus Please ignore the interview dates on both payment receipt and acknowledgment slip and book an appointment at OIS Services appointment booking site before coming for submission. |
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A typed formal letter from your Nigerian Host addressed to the CONSULATE GENERAL OF NIGERIA, ATLANTA. 8060 ROSWELL ROAD ATLANTA, GA. 30350 . All Letters MUST Include the Following: • Full Names of Nigerian Host & Applicant • Applicant’s Reason for Visiting Nigeria • Address Where You Will Stay in Nigeria • Nigerian Host/Inviters Signature corresponding with His/her Nigerian Passport. • “I ACCEPT FULL IMMIGRATION RESPONSIBITY FOR “APPLICANTS NAME” WHILE HE/SHE IS IN NIGERIA See Sample Letter link Please note that letters on a letterhead, MUST be accompanied with the Certificate of Incorporation of that organization. IF INVITED BY SPOUSE PLEASE SEE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPOUSE VISA. . |
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| 6 | Copy of the inviters Valid Passport, showing the data/signature page with the inviters’ signature. If the inviter is non Nigerian a copy of the inviters valid Nigerian residency permit must be submitted | |
| 7 | Column 5, 6 and 8 does NOT apply to Holders of Expired Nigeria Passport. Hence, the copy of expired Nigerian passport data page MUST be provided.. | |
| 8 | Recent Bank Statement showing proof of sufficient funds with a minimum balance of $500. This can be no more than 3 months, including the current transactions and balances at time of submission. Inviter/Host provides proof of sufficient funds if it is stated in invitation letter that he/she is taking full financial responsibility for the applicant. Applicant provides proof of sufficient funds, if applicant is taking care of his/ her expenses while in Nigeria. | |
| 9 | Reserved or Confirmed flight Ticket showing Names of applicant, expected date of arrival and departure date from Nigeria. | |
| 10 | One (1) USPS priority overnight envelope with affixed stamps. |
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- DOCUMENTS NOT IN ENGLISH MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH A CERTIFIED TRANSLATED COPY.
- ALL LETTERS SHOULD BE TYPED, ADDRESSED TO THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF NIGERIA, ATLANTA SIGNED AND DATED.
- TOURIST VISAS WHEN ISSUED ARE VALID FOR A 90-DAY PERIOD OF STAY FROM DATE OF ENTRY INTO NIGERIA.
- VISA BECOMES INVALID IF UNUSED AFTER 90 DAYS FROM DATE OF ISSUE, AND APPLICANT WILL NEED TO REAPPLY.
- US NATIONALS - RESIDENCE CARD OR VISA RESIDENCY STAMPED ON THEIR PASSPORT MUST BE VALID FOR A MINIMUM OF 6 MONTHS.
PLEASE CHECK OUR OPENING HOURS TO AVOID DELAYS AND FOR ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US ON 301-231-7000 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE OISSERVICES.COM
Benefits Of Using OIS
- The assurance of dealing with the official partner of the Nigeria Embassy Abu Dhabi and Nigerian Consulate Dubai.
- Dedicated call-center, expert help.
- Simplicity, guaranteed accuracy and privacy.
- Travel Visa and Passport Specialists. OIS employs a team of travel visa and passport specialists who individually review your application before it is submitted to the Embassy and Consulate.
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