Nigerian visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Nigeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nigeria e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nigeria visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
Nigeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nigeria nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Nigeria in Washington, United States (Working hours: Close now)
- New York: The Consulate General of Nigeria in New York, United States (Working hours: Close now)
- Atlanta: The Consulate General of Nigeria in Atlanta, United States (Working hours: Close now)
Nigeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nigeria diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Nigeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 855,540 | N/A |
| 2009 | 889,791 | 4.00% |
| 2010 | 898,611 | 0.99% |
| 2011 | 553,455 | -38.41% |
| 2012 | 686,931 | 24.12% |
| 2013 | 593,586 | -13.59% |
| 2014 | 706,041 | 18.95% |
| 2015 | 884,499 | 25.28% |
| 2016 | 773,955 | -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 & United States comparison
Nigeria's area is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 10.04 times bigger than Nigeria.
As of October 2025, Nigeria's population is ~232.7 million people - 108,035,634 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Nigeria & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nigeria | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 232,731,595 | 340,767,229 | 108.0 million fewer people live in Nigeria than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 102 | 273 | Nigeria has 171 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 26 | 134 | Nigeria passport holders visit 108 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 93 | 1147 | Nigerian hosts 1054 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Nigeria in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Nigeria in 2016 was approximately 773,955.
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