Visa for Canada from Nigeria: price, documents and processing time 2026

Yes, travellers holding a Nigerian passport must apply for a consular visa before departing for Canada. The associated length of stay is 6 months. This length of stay should not be confused with visa validity, which must be checked through official information.

• Government fee100 CAD
• Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
• Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
• ExtrasVariable

A typical application file may include a form, photographs, proof of accommodation, proof of financial resources and insurance evidence. Confirm the exact documents, required formats and any additional requirements on the official portal or with the competent embassy. For applicable fees, rely only on the official source.

Apply before departure through the competent embassy or consulate, following the process published on the official portal. Book an appointment where required, complete the requested form and submit the file in line with the instructions provided. Confirm the procedure directly with the competent authority.

Then the application goes to the post accredited for Nigeria, often in a neighbouring capital, or to a state acting on its behalf. Confirm which post is competent with the official source before travelling to a third country to apply, a rejected file at the wrong counter costs the trip and the fee.

The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Nigeria but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.

Processing times vary and may depend on the authority reviewing the application and the applicant’s circumstances. Submit a complete file in accordance with official instructions and keep copies of the documents provided. It is advisable not to buy tickets before the visa has been granted.

Common mistakes include submitting incomplete supporting evidence or failing to follow instructions for the form and photographs. Do not confuse the associated length of stay, which is 6 months, with visa validity. Do not finalise ticket purchases until the visa has been granted.