Nigerien visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. passport holders visiting Niger for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For U.S. citizens to enter Niger for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Niger e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Niger visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
Niger tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Niger.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Niger.
If you are looking for Niger visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Niger nearest your place of residence.
- Algiers: The Embassy of in Algiers, ~ 6790.70 kilometers (4219.54 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 54 minutes).
- Tamanrasset: The Consulate General of in Tamanrasset, ~ 7822.88 kilometers (4860.91 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 54 minutes).
Niger visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Niger diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Niger from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 10,731 | N/A |
| 2009 | 9,702 | -9.59% |
| 2010 | 10,878 | 12.12% |
| 2011 | 12,054 | 10.81% |
| 2012 | 13,818 | 14.63% |
| 2013 | 18,081 | 30.85% |
| 2014 | 19,845 | 9.76% |
| 2015 | 19,845 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 22,344 | 12.59% |
| 2017 | 24,108 | 7.89% |
| 2018 | 23,079 | -4.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Niger & United States comparison
Niger's area is approximately 1,266,700 km2 (489,075 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 7.22 times bigger than Niger.
As of October 2025, Niger's population is ~28.9 million people - 311,912,910 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Niger & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Niger | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 28,854,319 | 340,767,229 | 311.9 million fewer people live in Niger than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 273 | Niger has 268 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 29 | 134 | Niger passport holders visit 105 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 24 | 1147 | Nigerien hosts 1123 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Niger in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Niger in 2018 was approximately 23,079.
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- Niamey to Washington D.C.: 8774.30 km (5452.09 mi)
- Travel time: 18 hours 16 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025