Thailand e-Visa for citizens of Nigeria: online application, fees and processing time 2026

Nigerian nationals do not enjoy visa-free entry to Thailand: prior authorisation is required, usually as an e-Visa requested online before travel. The Nigerian passport must be valid for at least six months on the date of entry.

• Government fee40 USD
• Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top

Gather a Nigerian passport valid for six months, a compliant photo, proof of accommodation, a return itinerary and, often, bank statements showing sufficient funds. The fee is not guaranteed in this guide: check the official amount at the time of application.

The application is made on Thailand's official e-Visa portal, or with the Royal Thai Embassy in Abuja that covers Nigeria. Create an account, complete the form, upload the documents and follow the payment instructions, then wait for the decision before buying non-refundable tickets.

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 are not fixed here; allow several working days, and more in high season. Keep your file consistent (dates, accommodation, finances) and keep the authorisation in digital and printed form for control on arrival.

Classic errors: booking non-refundable flights before the visa is granted, providing insufficient financial evidence, or entering details that do not match the passport. If you are unsure which category fits, contact the embassy or the official portal before you travel.