Nigerian visa for Greek citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Greek passport holders visiting Nigeria for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Greek citizens to enter Nigeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nigeria e-visa for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nigeria visa on arrival for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
Nigeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Greek passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nigeria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nigeria.
If you are looking for Nigeria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Greece, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nigeria nearest your place of residence.
- Athens: The Embassy of Nigeria in Athens, Greece (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 58 minutes)
Nigeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nigeria diplomatic mission offices to Greece for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Greece traveling to Nigeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Greece) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 52,962 | N/A |
| 2009 | 55,082 | 4.00% |
| 2010 | 55,628 | 0.99% |
| 2011 | 34,262 | -38.41% |
| 2012 | 42,524 | 24.11% |
| 2013 | 36,746 | -13.59% |
| 2014 | 43,707 | 18.94% |
| 2015 | 54,755 | 25.28% |
| 2016 | 47,912 | -12.50% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nigeria & Greece comparison
Nigeria's area is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi), while the area of Greece is approximately 128,900 km2 (49,768 sq mi). This means Greece is 7.07 times smaller than Nigeria.
As of May 2024, Nigeria's population is ~227.4 million people - 217,190,263 more people than the population of Greece.
We have highlighted Nigeria & Greece’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nigeria | Greece | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 227,413,194 | 10,222,931 | 217.2 million more people live in Nigeria than Greece |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 102 | 135 | Nigeria has 33 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Greece. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 26 | 141 | Nigeria passport holders visit 115 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 93 | 249 | Nigerian hosts 156 fewer foreign missions than Greece. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Greece travel to Nigeria in one year?
The number of visitors from Greece visiting Nigeria in 2016 was approximately 47,912.
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