Nigerian visa for Icelandic citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Icelandic 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 Icelandic citizens to enter Nigeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nigeria e-visa for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nigeria visa on arrival for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
Nigeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Icelandic 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 Iceland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nigeria nearest your place of residence.
- Dublin: The Embassy of in Dublin, ~ 1478.39 kilometers (918.63 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Close now).
- London: The Embassy of in London, ~ 1845.16 kilometers (1146.53 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Close now).
Nigeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nigeria diplomatic mission offices to Iceland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iceland traveling to Nigeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iceland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 15,132 | N/A |
| 2009 | 15,738 | 4.00% |
| 2010 | 15,894 | 0.99% |
| 2011 | 9,789 | -38.41% |
| 2012 | 12,150 | 24.12% |
| 2013 | 10,499 | -13.59% |
| 2014 | 12,488 | 18.94% |
| 2015 | 15,644 | 25.27% |
| 2016 | 13,689 | -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 & Iceland comparison
Nigeria's area is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi), while the area of Iceland is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi). This means Iceland is 9.08 times smaller than Nigeria.
As of October 2025, Nigeria's population is ~232.7 million people - 232,379,262 more people than the population of Iceland.
We have highlighted Nigeria & Iceland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nigeria | Iceland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 232,731,595 | 352,333 | 232.4 million more people live in Nigeria than Iceland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 102 | 25 | Nigeria has 77 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iceland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 26 | 138 | Nigeria passport holders visit 112 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 93 | 54 | Nigerian hosts 39 more foreign missions than Iceland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iceland travel to Nigeria in one year?
The number of visitors from Iceland visiting Nigeria in 2016 was approximately 13,689.
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