Italian visa for Nigerian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Nigerian passport holders visiting Italy for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Nigerian citizens to enter Italy for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Italy e-visa for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Italy visa on arrival for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
Italy tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nigerian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Italy.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Italy.
If you are looking for Italy visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Nigeria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Italy nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of Italy in Abuja, Nigeria (Working hours: Close now)
- Lagos: The Consulate of Italy in Lagos, Nigeria (Working hours: Close now)
Italy visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Italy diplomatic mission offices to Nigeria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nigeria traveling to Italy from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nigeria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 42,734 | N/A |
| 2009 | 43,239 | 1.18% |
| 2010 | 43,626 | 0.90% |
| 2011 | 46,119 | 5.71% |
| 2012 | 46,360 | 0.52% |
| 2013 | 47,704 | 2.90% |
| 2014 | 48,576 | 1.83% |
| 2015 | 50,732 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 52,372 | 3.23% |
| 2017 | 58,253 | 11.23% |
| 2018 | 61,567 | 5.69% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Italy & Nigeria comparison
Italy's area is approximately 294,140 km2 (113,568 sq mi), while the area of Nigeria is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi). This means Nigeria is 3.10 times bigger than Italy.
As of November 2025, Italy's population is ~60.0 million people - 172,723,233 fewer people than the population of Nigeria.
We have highlighted Italy & Nigeria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Italy | Nigeria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 60,008,362 | 232,731,595 | 172.7 million fewer people live in Italy than Nigeria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 209 | 102 | Italy has 107 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nigeria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 146 | 26 | Italy passport holders can visit 120 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 549 | 93 | Italian hosts 456 more foreign missions than Nigeria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nigeria travel to Italy in one year?
The number of visitors from Nigeria visiting Italy in 2018 was approximately 61,567.
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Useful Information
- Rome to Abuja: 3304.25 km (2053.16 mi)
- Travel time: 6 hours 53 minutes
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