Nigeria e-Visa for citizens of Sweden: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Sweden apply online before departure.
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Mandatory arrival form: Nigeria e-Landing / Exit Card. Before boarding. Also required before leaving the country. Free: beware of websites that charge for it.
Fill it in on the official website (lecard.immigration.gov.ng)
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Our guide to the Nigeria visa from Sweden
Swedish passport holders need a visa for Nigeria and can apply through Nigeria's electronic visa system before travelling. There is no general visa-free entry for tourism.
Travellers from Sweden heading to Nigeria must arrange a visa in advance, normally as an e-Visa applied for online through the Nigeria Immigration Service. Confirm the exact category, fee, and validity on the official portal before you book.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Swedish citizens are not visa-exempt for Nigeria, so you must obtain a visa before your trip. The standard route is Nigeria's electronic visa, applied for online, while a visa-on-arrival option exists at certain airports for travellers who qualify. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond entry with blank pages available.
How much does an e-visa for Nigeria cost from Sweden?
The official fee for an e-visa for Nigeria is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Nigeria really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Nigeria?
Documents required for an e-visa for Nigeria:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- One passport-size photo
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Visa fee payment
Documents and fees
Typical requirements include a passport valid six months or more, a passport photo, a completed online form, proof of accommodation or an invitation, a return ticket, and evidence of funds. Fees depend on the visa category and are collected through the official portal, so confirm the current amount there rather than relying on third-party figures. Nigeria requires proof of yellow fever vaccination, so keep a valid certificate with you.
How to apply for an e-visa for Nigeria from Sweden
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How and where to apply
Applications from Sweden are made online through the Nigeria Immigration Service portal, where you create an account, choose the tourist category, and upload your details. If you use the visa-on-arrival scheme, you generally need to obtain a pre-approval letter before flying. Follow the exact steps on immigration.gov.ng, as the accepted channel and any accredited processing partner can change.
Where do you apply for a visa for Nigeria from Sweden?
An e-visa for Nigeria is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Sweden on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Sweden 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.
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How long does an e-visa for Nigeria take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing and tips
Processing time is not fixed and varies with the visa type and the volume of applications, so apply well ahead of departure. Enter your details exactly as they appear in your passport and keep your payment receipt and approval message. Print your e-Visa or approval letter to show on arrival.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Common problems include assuming visa on arrival is available, applying too late, and skipping the yellow fever certificate. Avoid unofficial sites that imitate the government portal; apply only through the Nigeria Immigration Service. Check that names and passport numbers match your travel document, as errors can lead to refusal at the border.
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Other visa types for Nigeria
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
- Nigeria Immigration Service (e-Visa)
- Nigeria Immigration Service: Migration portal
- Sweden Abroad (Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs)
Guide generated automatically on July 26, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Transit visa
Transit visa
Duration
7 days
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Family visa
Family reunification
Duration
1 year
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
CERPAC work residence
Work visa
Duration
1-2 years
Price
2,000 USD
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Investor visa
Investor visa
Duration
5 years
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for extending your stay in Nigeria
- Request the extension before your initial visa expires to avoid penalties.
- Provide solid supporting documents (employer letter, invitation, medical reasons) to support your application.
- Contact Nigerian immigration services as soon as possible to know the exact procedures and fees.
- Keep copies of all submitted and received documents during the extension process.
For example, a tourist wishing to extend their stay should go to the local immigration office in Nigeria with their passport, initial visa, proof of funds, and a letter explaining the reason for extension. Once the request is approved, a new visa or extension is issued upon additional payment.
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