Nigerian Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Nigerian passport holders can visit 25 countries visa-free, plus 53 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Nigerian passport is ranked #159 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Nigerian passport is the official travel document for Nigerian citizens. As of [current date], Nigeria has a population of approximately 206 million people.

Nigerian passport holders can access 25 countries without a visa, apply for an e-visa in 43 countries, and obtain a visa on arrival in 10 countries. However, a visa is required for entry into 115 countries.

It's important to note that visa requirements are subject to change and can vary based on factors such as the purpose and duration of travel. Always check with the embassy or consulate of the destination country for the most up-to-date information.

Some destinations that require a visa for Nigerian passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Nigerian passport holders are Cameroon, Benin, Niger, Togo, Ghana and Burkina Faso.

Visa free countries

So, where can Nigerians travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Nigeria citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Americas

🇧🇧 Barbados (6 months)
🇩🇲 Dominica (6 months)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis (3 months)

Africa

🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso (N/A)
🇨🇲 Cameroon (90 days)
🇨🇻 Cape Verde (N/A)
🇹🇩 Chad (3 months)
🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire (N/A)
🇬🇲 Gambia (N/A)
🇬🇭 Ghana (N/A)
🇬🇳 Guinea (N/A)
🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau (N/A)
🇰🇪 Kenya (60 days)
🇱🇷 Liberia (N/A)
🇲🇱 Mali (N/A)
🇳🇪 Niger (N/A)
🇸🇳 Senegal (90 days)
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone (N/A)
🇹🇬 Togo (N/A)

Oceania

🇫🇯 Fiji (4 months)
🇰🇮 Kiribati (90 days)
🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇻🇺 Vanuatu (30 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Nigerian passport holders visit without a visa?

Nigerian passport holders can visit 25 countries visa-free, plus 53 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Nigerian passport holders?

Nigerian passport holders can travel visa-free to Cameroon, Benin, Niger, Togo, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire, and 17 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Nigeria citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Nigeria, 25 are visa-free, 43 can be visited with an e-visa and 10 with a visa on arrival, while 115 require a visa, as of October 2026.