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Russia Embassy and Consulates in Nigeria
1 Diplomatic Missions
1 Cities
Russia Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria
Plot 1119, Constitution Avenue, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria
Phone: +234 1 261 2267
Working hours: Close now (Open in 3 hours 35 minutes)
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Russia may close on the following Nigerian and Russian holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Id el Maulud | Wednesday, August 26 | 1 week, 6 days |
| Day of Knowledge | Tuesday, September 01 | 2 weeks, 5 days |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 1 month, 1 week |
| National Day | Thursday, October 01 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Unity Day | Wednesday, November 04 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| December Solstice | Monday, December 21 | 4 months, 1 week |
| Sambisa Memorial Day | Tuesday, December 22 | 4 months, 1 week |
| Christmas Eve | Thursday, December 24 | 4 months, 1 week |
| Christmas Day | Friday, December 25 | 4 months, 1 week |
1. How many Russian Embassies/Consulates are there in Nigeria?
Russia currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Nigeria including and Abuja.
2 - Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Nigerian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Russia. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Russia in Nigeria for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Russian embassies in Nigeria?
The Russian representative offices in Nigeria will be closed in observance of the following Nigerian and Russian holidays in 2026/2024:
- Id el Maulud (NG & RU) Wed, Aug 26, 2026 (1 week, 6 days)
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Time in Russia vs Nigeria
Moscow, Russia time is 2:00 hours ahead of Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria
05:25AMWednesday, August 12, 2026
Moscow, Russia
07:25AMWednesday, August 12, 2026