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

Yes, travellers holding a Nigerian passport must hold a consular visa before departing for Japan. The application must be submitted to the Japanese embassy, consulate, or visa application centre designated by the Japanese authorities, following the official instructions for the place of application.

• Government fee15,000-30,000 JPY
• Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
• Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
• ExtrasVariable

A standard application file may include an application form, photographs, proof of accommodation, evidence of funds, and insurance documents. Confirm the required documents, format rules, and any applicable fees directly with the official portal or the competent Japanese embassy before submitting the file.

First, check the official portal or the competent Japanese embassy to confirm whether an appointment is required and where the application must be lodged. A form or appointment booking may be available online, but the application follows the consular process specified by the relevant 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 according to the submission location, the period, and the assessment of the application. Submit a complete application well in advance, and do not purchase non-refundable tickets before the visa for Japan has been issued.

Avoid submitting an incomplete file, providing evidence that does not match the planned trip, or overlooking instructions from the competent Japanese embassy. Also ensure that the information in the application form matches the Nigerian passport and all supporting documents.