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Nigeria visa requirements for Canadian citizens

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Nigeria?

Canadian citizens planning a trip to Nigeria do not need to apply for a visa for short stays (tourism). However, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) is required before entering Nigeria. You can find more information about electronic visas in our articles.

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Updated: 11/03/2024.

Entry requirements

e-visa

Purpose of travel

Tourism

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Passport validity for travel to Nigeria

Passport must be valid for 6 months on arrival.

Is it safe to travel to Nigeria?

Nigeria has a current risk level of 3.80 (out of 5). We highly recommend to reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria. The safety index is derived from travel advisories issued by independent 8 sources.

Safety index is provided by www.travel-advisory.info: 11/03/2024.

Nigeria customs rules

Duty-free allowance

Tobacco limit

  • 200 grams of all tobacco products.

Bringing alcohol

  • 1 litre spirits;
  • 1 litre wine.

Other goods and currency

  • 284mL of perfume.
  • Unused personal goods and gifts up to a value of NGN50,000. This does not include jewellery, photographic equipment, electronic and other luxury goods.
  • Personal effects such as clothing, jewellery, cameras, and toys. Jewellery should be declared in writing to avoid problems at departure.
  • Pilgrims may bring in a reasonable amount of Zamzam water for personal use.
Find more information on the customs regulations of Nigeria page.

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