Do you qualify?
- You are travelling for meetings, conferences, trade fairs, negotiations or site visits
- You won’t be paid by a company in Nigeria
- You have an invitation from the company or event you’re visiting
Documents you'll need
| Document | Details | Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | Passport photo page scan, valid for at least 6 months | Required |
| Application form | Completed and checked by us before submission | We prepare |
| Photo | Recent passport-style colour photo | Required |
| Invitation letter | Invitation letter from the company you’re visiting in Nigeria | Required |
| Employer letter | Letter from your UK employer confirming your role and the trip | Required |
| Flight and hotel bookings | Return flight and hotel booking | Required |
| Yellow fever certificate | Yellow fever vaccination certificate | Required |
We give you a full checklist for your circumstances at your consultation.
Do you need a Nigeria business eVisa?
British passport holders need a visa for business visits to Nigeria. Short business trips can be applied for online as a Nigeria Business eVisa, usually with an invitation letter from the Nigerian company.
eVisa or regular visa?
The Nigeria eVisa is single entry, valid for between 30 and 90 days depending on the type, and can't be extended. If you need a longer stay or several trips, apply for the regular Nigeria business visa instead.
What counts as a business visit?
Business visits usually include:
- Meetings with clients, suppliers or partners
- Conferences, exhibitions and trade fairs
- Negotiating or signing contracts
- Site visits and inspections
They don't include taking up paid work for a company in Nigeria. That needs a work visa or permit.
Documents for a Nigeria business eVisa
The key document is the invitation letter from the company you're visiting. It should include your name and passport number, the purpose and dates of your visit, the company's address and contact details, and who is paying for the trip. A letter from your UK employer confirming your role helps too.
Nigeria business eVisa help from Manchester
We handle Nigeria business eVisa applications for individuals and companies across the UK, including urgent trips. See our corporate visa services if your staff travel regularly. Before you travel, read the UK government's foreign travel advice for Nigeria.
How we help
- Check your eligibility and confirm the right route at your consultation
- Give you a personalised document checklist
- Prepare and complete your application forms
- Review all evidence against the current rules before submission
- Keep you updated until you have a decision
Fees and timescales
| Service | Visa length | Official fee | Our fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Business application completed and checked | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
| Urgent Everything in Standard, submitted the same working day | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
The official fee is the fee charged by the country’s eVisa system. It can change, so we confirm it before you pay.
Delivery
Your eVisa is sent to you electronically, so there’s no passport to post. Delivery is a flat £5.
Common questions
Can I attend a conference on a Nigeria business eVisa?
Yes. Conferences, exhibitions and trade fairs are business visits.
Can I work in Nigeria on a Nigeria business eVisa?
No. Being paid by a local company, or doing hands-on work, usually needs a work visa or permit.
What should the invitation letter include?
Your name and passport number, the purpose and dates of your visit, the company’s details, and who is paying for the trip.