Russian visa for Nigerian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Nigerian passport holders visiting Russia 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 Russia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Russia e-visa for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Russia visa on arrival for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
Russia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nigerian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Russia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Russia.
If you are looking for Russia 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 Russia nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of Russia in Abuja, Nigeria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 42 minutes)
Russia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Russia diplomatic mission offices to Nigeria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nigeria traveling to Russia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nigeria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 23,676 | N/A |
| 2009 | 21,339 | -9.87% |
| 2010 | 22,281 | 4.41% |
| 2011 | 24,932 | 11.90% |
| 2012 | 28,177 | 13.02% |
| 2013 | 30,792 | 9.28% |
| 2014 | 32,421 | 5.29% |
| 2015 | 33,729 | 4.03% |
| 2016 | 24,571 | -27.15% |
| 2017 | 24,390 | -0.74% |
| 2018 | 24,551 | 0.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Russia & Nigeria comparison
Russia's area is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi), while the area of Nigeria is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi). This means Nigeria is 17.98 times smaller than Russia.
As of October 2025, Russia's population is ~146.2 million people - 86,505,265 fewer people than the population of Nigeria.
We have highlighted Russia & Nigeria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Russia | Nigeria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 146,226,330 | 232,731,595 | 86.5 million fewer people live in Russia than Nigeria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 242 | 102 | Russia has 140 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nigeria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 78 | 26 | Russia passport holders can visit 52 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 242 | 93 | Russian hosts 149 more foreign missions than Nigeria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nigeria travel to Russia in one year?
The number of visitors from Nigeria visiting Russia in 2018 was approximately 24,551.
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