Philippine visa for Nigerian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Nigerian passport holders visiting Philippines for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Nigerian citizens to enter Philippines for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Philippines e-visa for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Philippines visa on arrival for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
Philippines tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nigerian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Philippines.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Philippines.
If you are looking for Philippines visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Nigeria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Philippines nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of Philippines in Abuja, Nigeria (Working hours: Close now)
Philippines visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Philippines diplomatic mission offices to Nigeria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nigeria traveling to Philippines from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nigeria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,139 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,017 | -3.89% |
| 2010 | 3,520 | 16.67% |
| 2011 | 3,917 | 11.28% |
| 2012 | 4,273 | 9.09% |
| 2013 | 4,681 | 9.55% |
| 2014 | 4,833 | 3.25% |
| 2015 | 5,361 | 10.92% |
| 2016 | 5,967 | 11.30% |
| 2017 | 6,621 | 10.96% |
| 2018 | 7,168 | 8.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Philippines & Nigeria comparison
Philippines's area is approximately 298,170 km2 (115,124 sq mi), while the area of Nigeria is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi). This means Nigeria is 3.05 times bigger than Philippines.
As of October 2025, Philippines's population is ~117.0 million people - 115,753,795 fewer people than the population of Nigeria.
We have highlighted Philippines & Nigeria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Philippines | Nigeria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 116,977,800 | 232,731,595 | 115.8 million fewer people live in Philippines than Nigeria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 102 | Philippines has 15 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nigeria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 30 | 26 | Philippines passport holders can visit 4 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 131 | 93 | Philippine hosts 38 more foreign missions than Nigeria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nigeria travel to Philippines in one year?
The number of visitors from Nigeria visiting Philippines in 2018 was approximately 7,168.
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Useful Information
- Manila to Abuja: 11316.25 km (7031.59 mi)
- Travel time: 23 hours 34 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025