Nigerian visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho 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 Lesotho citizens to enter Nigeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nigeria e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nigeria visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Nigeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho 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 Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nigeria nearest your place of residence.
- Johannesburg: The Consulate General of in Johannesburg, ~ 385.30 kilometers (239.41 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
- Pretoria: The High Commission of in Pretoria, ~ 429.58 kilometers (266.93 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
Nigeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nigeria diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Nigeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 640 | N/A |
| 2009 | 666 | 4.06% |
| 2010 | 672 | 0.90% |
| 2011 | 414 | -38.39% |
| 2012 | 514 | 24.15% |
| 2013 | 444 | -13.62% |
| 2014 | 528 | 18.92% |
| 2015 | 662 | 25.38% |
| 2016 | 579 | -12.54% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nigeria & Lesotho comparison
Nigeria's area is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 30.00 times smaller than Nigeria.
As of May 2024, Nigeria's population is ~227.4 million people - 225,202,394 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Nigeria & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nigeria | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 227,413,194 | 2,210,800 | 225.2 million more people live in Nigeria than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 102 | 14 | Nigeria has 88 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 26 | 48 | Nigeria passport holders visit 22 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 93 | 7 | Nigerian hosts 86 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Nigeria in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Nigeria in 2016 was approximately 579.
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- Travel time: 9 hours 1 minutes
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