Nigerian Visa for US Citizens- MUST WATCH If American Going to Nigeria!
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- The Nigerian Visa process can be a nightmare for any Americans who are applying for the first time to go out to Nigeria. Because of this, Nigeria is one of the most difficult countries in the world to get a Visa for Americans. This video will take you the process of getting through it, so you can save time when trying to get a Nigerian Visa as a US citizen.
0:00- Intro
1:31- Money
2:13- Vaccines
5:18- Apply
7:31- Documents
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Hello, I'm listening to this video and I'm wondering if this is NEW. I have traveled 3 times to Nigeria and NEVER had to show proof of any of these vaccines. You even said that you CANNOT enter the plane WITHOUT proof of the Yellow fever vaccine. I traveled there last in December 2019 with no issue. So is this NEW info? If so, where can I find this new requirements? Any website? I'm about to apply for a visa to travel in APRIL. Thank you kindly
@@pureconvotv17 Excellent questions! I was going to do a video on things you don't need to do when going to Nigeria after going there. One of them is you don't need to get a yellow vaccine. I based my information on the US State Department, but it's clear that it doesn't keep up with travelers going to Nigera.
Hello. When you book an appointment through the OIS website you book it for "visa services" right? I had got confused and almost booked BVN😱
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome so I have heard u do need the yellow fever card to enter Nigeria after getting off the plane they will ask for it but if u give them money they will let u through idk how true this is but I'm going to my visa meeting next month in ATL and plan on going in August if everything works out
@@perezfitness2317 when u book ur appt u choose the type of visa u want visitors, tourism, whatever
I have just completed all the paperwork for my visa. I will be going to my biometric interview this week. Everything you said was spot on. It's been the biggest hassle in my traveling experience. At this point I'm expecting the streets to be paved with gold for all this!🤣
To all the American citizens going through this ,please be patient. Understand that this is what people have to go through just to come visit America as well. So if the USA requires all this it's fair for another country to require the same.
Positive and creation energy to you brother. Thanks for sharing your experience. It's very helpful.
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Thank you for watching! Please share this video to anyone planning to visit Nigeria!
Thank you so much for sharing I will have my interview on May 5th. You definitely have a new subscriber now 🔔.
You're quite welcome! Thank you for subscribing!
How did it go?
@@skkymartin9495 so we are applying for the fiance visa to bring my fiance here to the states instead. But I do hope to go to Nigeria in the near future.
Nice one my friend, will rember that next time 😃
Thank you, friend! Which tip stood out to you the most?
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome I always forget something when applying, my photo or a bit documentation. Never tried it online before, hoping it's much more streamlined doing it that way 😊
Great information. Thank you 🙏
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Great video, very helpful
You're welcome! Check out my other videos to learn more! Thank you for watching!
Thanks for the information! Good Job 👍🏾
Thank you! If you haven't already, consider subscribing and sharing!
OMG this was so helpful! Planning my 1st visit & all I can say it's good I've started researching well in advance 🤣. It's ok if you can't answer this but figured I give it a try 😃I was born in US, but been told I should apply/can get a Nigeria passport due to a parent being Nigerian. Is that true? Something to do with the Nigerian passport having a bit more advantages than my US passport, making world travel a bit easier. Of course w/ correct visas, etc. Thanks again for the great info.
I'm very happy to hear this video helped you out! As for the Nigerian passport, my Nigerian dad has told me I can get one since I have family in Nigeria. Even though I was born in the US, I should be able to get one. Obviously, having multiple passport from different countries will give you a huge travel advantage! Please subscribe and check out my other videos! Thank you!
Finally got my visa. It literally took them 6 days for them to mail back my passport and visa stamp. So excited. My first time ever to Nigeria. Wohooo.
Awesome! You'll love Nigeria! Check out my other videos on Nigeria such as the kinds of food you'll eat!
I sure will. Do you know if I need a covid test to enter nigeria even if Im vaccinated?
I don't know, but let me research that. I'll make a video on that! Thanks!
Thank you because I'm truly confused. I'll appreciate a video.
@@genesisortiz8961 hi! Can you please give me the place you went through? I am hoping to get my visa in the same amount of turnaround time.
Thank you everything u said is true.
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Nigerian visa is one of the hardest visa, which I think it's a reprisal to what we go through to collect US, UK n CAN visa. Even as a Nigerian, we always undergo a lot of stress before we get anything done to a point that you would want to give up, so it is understandable
Maybe one day, both countries will ease up on their Visa process.
Hi! I like your video and thank you for share the experience. I have a question what website did you book appointment for the interview? And how long does it take for you to wait to get the date for the interview?
Just want to thank you so much you have helped me and so many people. I diffidently subscribed.
No worries! If you need anymore help, just comment! I wish your trip to Nigeria the best success!
Thank you so much. I can’t wait to go this my first time there and my first time going out of country.
Wish I could talk to you in person
Sorry just have so many questions because I am going alone
Ask any questions about traveling to Nigeria.
It’s the case because countries that make it hard for Nigerians to travel to their countries will also experience a headache traveling to Nigeria.
you can get your picture at CVS passport photos are 15 dollars.. The yellow fever shot price has gone down from 380 t0 250 or 280 my daughter just got hers this month, I got mines back in May of this year a hun dollars different. Plus we were told you need to have it 10 days before you leave.
if you don't have a printer go to fed x and use their computer it will cost you but you can print everything off. It is 50 dollars if you use the computer in the OIS office. You don't have to an invitation it just mean that you can visit only which is good for 90 days I think. But with the invite, you have up to two years. it's crazy so like he said you have to be prepared it is time-consuming. the website it says on the ois site1-6 days to return visa nooooooo it's more like 5 weeks at the DC office and he said every office is different ugh!! look at videos to prepare yourself for the airport if you have never been. I wish everyone a safe trip and enjoy!
Excellent points! Stay tuned as I'll have videos on Nigeria!
I didnt use the invitation letter and I got mine for 2 years
@@SimplyJennshops me either, they say it’s nice to have and that it help your changes but I was good well I have my Najia card now don’t need a visa anymore
Did you go through ois & apply online ???
OMG you did a great job with this video you answered so many of my questions so I found out that I have not planned enough time between my Visa appointment and my trip however my Visa application has the date on it for that following week to leave I wonder how I can fix this issue on the application I did not know it could take a while to receive the Visa some videos are misleading and say you will receive the stamp the same day
I'm glad this helped you. To answer your question, I would contact OIS to see if you or a representative can change the date on your application.
Thanks for sharing
You're very much welcome! Please consider subscribing and sharing!
The video was very informative. I have already completed the visa application and paid for it. According to this video, that was the easy part of this painful journey. LoL
I s there another way I can complete this without traveling to Atlanta from Chicago? Thanks!!
No, you must turnover your document personally and complete biometrics before you can receive a stamped visa in your passport.
No. Set appointment first. Then do everything else it’s going to be booked for weeks
Omg ! My appt is In the same month that I'm supposed to be traveling. So now I need to push my flight date back🤦♀️you're not the first I've heard say this😔
Yes, you do by at least a month!
It's a reprisal of the way its hard to get American visa.
The closest city to me where there's a Nigerian embassy is Atlanta...Atlanta is a ten hour drive or an airline flight from Chicago
You'll have to go there or other places like Washington D.C. to hand over your documents personally and complete your biometrics.
Thank you for the video. How much was the prepaid envelopes?
You can get the prepaid envelope at a post office for an affordable price. They might cost somewhere between $2-$5 US.
Thank you for the information. What about dual citizenship???
If you have dual citizenship with you being Nigerian, all you need is a Nigerian passport to enter the country.
I didn't have any issues I applied on a Monday and got it back that Thursday. The hardest thing was the wait once I got to the Nigerian embassy and there was no parking at all but other than that it went smooth.
Excellent! I hope you have a blast when you go to Nigeria!
Hey Chris, I'm in the process of getting my visa. Just wondering...how far did you have to travel to your nearest embassy?
@@samuelosifalujo1948 i live in atlanta so the nigerian embassy was only 20 mins away from me
@@TheTchris26 thank you for this information! Can I please speak with you on the process? My trip is next week and I didn’t realize it would take a long time to receive my visa. I am only 2 hrs from Atlanta so I am looking for the best way to do this and what is actually needed. Also how early should I try to get to the embassy. It’s really hard to reach anyone in the phone. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
After watching your Video Making a Nigerian visa was not really a problem, it was pretty smooth, BUT they didn’t look carefully at the dates I was going to travel, so they started the clock early on when my visa is valid…my visa is set to expire while I’m still in the country…so stressful, I might not go there anymore, I really don’t want to pay anymore fees, especially since it was their fault that they didn’t look at my travel dates DC location. I’m not sure if they going to make a new one for me without pay any fee.
Unfortunately, there will be mistakes ....
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Thank you!
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Hi guys I went fr my visa appt today and it was not difficult at all..... As long as u have all ur documents trust me it runs smoothly I had no issues at all
Excellent! How was applying online for you?
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome applying on line was no issues at all u just fill out application and make ur payment
hi, did you have to show flight tickets?And also how long does it take to get the visa? thanks
@@onyinyeelochukwu7066 hi only thing u need is ur flight reservation doesn't even have to be the one u use ur application ur invention letter and current bank statement showing 500.00 it take no more than two week to get it back. I got mine yesterday
@@onyinyeelochukwu7066 ohhh srry and one passport photo ur id and pay 30.00 fr processing fee
Baby, I love you for reviewing this process. I feel like I have been in an asylum.
It's my pleasure! Thank you for watching!
Whats point of passport . If you need a visa as well just to travel to another country??
Hi thank u so much!!! how long does the meeting take at the ois office ? And it's 2022 I need the polo and yellow fever now to go to Nigeria?
Once you turn in your application, it takes less than an hour with biometrics included. As of now, you DON'T need polo on yellow fever vaccines, especially if you stay in the major cities.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome ok thank u ❤️
Sounds like I need to start this process three months in advance 😩😩😩😩😩😩
Yes, the earlier prior to your flight, the more piece of mind you'll have!
I am losing my mind with this process. I have recently given up and cancelled everything. I now want to try again and it is still frustrating as the first time trying. Why can’t my mind wrap around what to do step by step
It's very frustrating, but don't give up. I promise you visiting Nigeria is worth it!
That’s how I’m feeling right now
My date of travel is February 10 and there is absolutely no appointments in Atlanta Georgia so do you think I should just pop up over there and book the appointment for the further date because the date that they have appointments available is in March and that’s not gonna help me at all so what I did was I booked an appointment in Los Angeles that means I would have to pay almost $400 to fly out there to have that appointment on the 30th but now that I’m thinking about it maybe I should just pop up to the Atlanta office to see if they will take me because I have all of my paperwork together. Now for the biometrics it does not give you an option to book that one. How do I book that. Also what’s the process to going to Benin Just in case this all is not working for me.
You have time to get your Nigerian Tourist Visa. If you can't set up an appointment for Atlanta, try to set one in D.C. or NYC. If you can't set appointments for neither OIS office, just go in the Atlanta to see if you can finish the application process in person without an appointment. Make sure you have enough money to cover whatever costs may come up. As for Benin, the country offers e-Visa. You go on the government website to apply and pay for e-Visa.
Are you required to show your yellow and polio vaccine card when checking in here in America before traveling to Nigeria tnx
No, you don't need to show proof of yellow fever or polio vaccine. You need to show proof of a negative test result for COVID-19, regardless of your vaccination status.
maybe you can answer this question..do i need to have my flight purchased prior to going to ois. im not quite sure of the actual dates so i dont want to purchase yet. what do you suggest.
You MUST purchase a plane ticket round trip or two one-way tickets showing you entering and exiting Nigeria prior to applying for a Visa.
I can’t complete the application ...
It says due to covid they no longer accepting applications and that I shd contact the embassy directly in NYC..
At the end I have a msg that says duration cannot b 100 years ..
I’ve been trying to do the correct thing but I keep getting the same msg..am I the only one who can’t figure it out or the inovate1 system is the problem..?
Have you tried to change OIS locations? For example, instead of applying to the OIS in NYC, try to apply for the one in D.C. (Rockville, MD). See if that clears it up.
Hello! I’m trying to get a visa to go to Nigeria 🇳🇬 in April do I have to apply on line and the paper application also? And I stay in Louisiana so iOS office fir me would be Washington DC? So in the meantime you think I should try to get appointment to iOS now and then do all my paperwork in the meantime and do I have to go in the office for the first time??? Thanks
You need to apply online. The OIS office you would likely go is Atlanta, not D.C. You can't book an appointment with completing and paying for the online application. Once you do those two things, you print out the documents required to turn over to OIS.
Question on the application there is a spot that asks how much money are you taking over to Nigeria what is a good amount to put on there so my application doesn't be denied
You put any amount. The US dollars is CRAZY stronger than the Nigera Naira. Put at least $400.
I asked a question a few weeks ago with regards to renewing my Nigerian Visa or getting a passport since I married a Nigerian citizen. You had said passport if I can obtain one. My next question would be: which passport? I've been told so many things now that I'm married to a Nigerian and wasn't when I got my Nigerian Visa before.
Get a Nigerian passport. That passport will allow you to visit all the West African countries without paying a visa.
The acknowledgment slip and payment slip are the same, so do we bring 2 copies of the same document?? I don’t understand. The invitation letter thing is still inconclusive for me. What if your invitation letter arrives at the consulate prior to your arrival. Are you guaranteed they’ll know how to retrieve it at the time of your appointment?
The acknowledgment and payment slips are different. Also, you don't need an invitation letter if you're applying though OIS.
The ois office do will have to pay for interview bcos the date the Dc embassy gave was too far and wil available close date on the ois sit
r we to pay for BIOMETRICS in OIS office Dc
Yes
I bought a one way ticket to and a one way ticket from on separate airlines would all going into Lagos airport. Will that work?
As long as you have a ticket to leave the country, it will work!
Interview went well just hoping I received my Visa before I leave on DECEMBER 5TH
Excellent! You'll get your Visa way before the date of your trip!
I went to Oisservice website and i try to schedule appointment but there is no option for biometric , can you please let me know how did you do it ? And can i do at DC location for the biometric? Or do I have to go to NY? Thank you
Schedule either a visa or biometric appointment. If you can't schedule anything you may need to go to D.C. (the office is in Rockville, MD) to complete visa application and biometrics. Make sure you have everything and enough money just in case.
Do I need to get the vaccines done again? I got some of them done as a baby/kid
Check out this video to help answer your questions - th-cam.com/video/P3DIg4avHNg/w-d-xo.html
Question - do you have to have your flights before your application?
Yes, you must have a purchase plane ticket or tickets showing the dates you're entering Nigeria and leaving Nigeria.
Unclear on the in person requirements. Do I need to fly to an embassy to get a visa???
You need to turn in your paper documents and complete biometrics in person. Yes, you would need to fly and go to the Nigerian embassy or consulant.
Last time I applied, I was able to pick up my passport and visa in less than a week. They didnt mail it. Do I have to have it mailed now?
You must live very close to an OIS office. If you got it like that before, you shouldn't need to worry about paying for mail.
Thank you for this info! However, I’m having a brain fart…. I’m trying to get to Lagos…but I’m the video you mentioned just apply for a Benin visa. So are you saying Nigeria will let me in with a Benin visa?? Please elaborate… in detail please.
No, I was comparing how easy it was to apply for a Benin tourist visa than a Nigeria tourist visa.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome ohhh ok, lol …. I read waaayyyyyy too much into that. My apologies but again Thank You for the content. I better get started on my visa app now then since I’m leaving soon
I'm in Nigeria right now! When are you going? Stay tuned as I got some MAJOR information about traveling to Nigeria! Consider subscribing & sharing this video! Thanks!
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome I’m arriving late next month. I’m subscribing now! Lol I want to know what nonsense to expect at the airport
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome get benin visa and just travel to nigerian by bus
I’m looking for this information on the vaccines and it says “recommended”. Can I travel without getting vaccines being I was vaccinated early childhood.
Yes, you can travel to Nigeria without vaccines. If you plan on traveling outside the major Nigerian cities such as Legos, it's recommended that you get at least the Yellow Fever vaccine.
how long did it take for you to get the entry visa back
It took me almost a month to get my passport with visa!
Hi I have one question what if you have your trip planned less than a week and need a visa
Chances are it will be very difficult to get your Visa within the week. I'm saying it's impossible, but you need to start trying to get it now. Otherwise, I'm afraid you'll miss your flight to go to Nigeria because airline companies won't let you get on the plane without a visa.
What site did you use to apply for the visa .??
portal.immigration.gov.ng/pages/visaguidelines
Hi a few more questions please as far as the bank statement they want to see is it just one month statement that shows 500 or more in the account?
I'm about to post a video about the bank statements when applying for this visa TOMORROW that will answer your questions. STAY TUNED!
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome ok thank u as the envelope to give to them does it need to be self addressed and paid postage ?
Yes, you need an EXPRESS envelope from the US Post Office with PAID postage!
I have a Nigerian visa that only took two weeks to receive from Washington DC Embassy. I am an American citizen who married a Nigerian citizen. I wasn't married when I got my Nigerian visa. It's time to renew my Nigerian Visa, but I've been told to not renew my visa and get a Nigerian passport since i'm now married. What do I need to do?
Get the Nigerian passport if you can. With one, you visit the rest of West Africa without paying for visas, if you want, Also, you don't have to worry about renewing a visa with a Nigerian passport
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thank you so much for your response .
Did you go to the OIS services to complete the process or to the Consulate?
@@chrissyr3233 I went to the consulate office in LA. I was told at my appt all I need to do is gather docs including passport and mail
to Washington DC Embassy with return envelope. It took about two weeks. I didn’t have to do biometrics at that time. (August 2022)
@@lkkpet Thanks for responding. I’m applying for a visa and cannot find an appointment date. I think I’ll just go to the OIS office, as he suggested and talk to someone. Thanks. Best wishes.
What if you have a criminal record in the past will the visa be denied? I have misdemeanor on my record
When you apply for your visa, the Nigerian government won't ask about your criminal records from your home country.
Hello I am deaf and I got my passport last month and I am try get Nigeria visa and I try fine out what to do first and second I live in Seattle can any one help me 🙏🏾I want go in Feb or march
First off, watch the videos. Second, stay tuned as put out videos on what to expect when going to Nigeria. Third, go to the OIS website to apply for a Nigeria Visa. The sooner you apply; the better you'll be off.
How long did it take for them to send your passport back? I booked my appointment 2/8/22 and my plane leaves 3/7/22... That was the earliest appt. for iOS.. I hope it will be fine
It took under one month to get my passport back. You should be fine!
Okay @wanderlust thanks for your reply. I was able to get a early appointment on 1/27/22 so appreciate your feedback
Awesome! Stay tuned as I share my experiences traveling to Nigeria!
The embassy in DC ran out of visas as of last week and they don’t know when they will receive more! That is absolutely awful and ruins the plans of many people who want to travel back home! 😢 how do u run out of visas during peak season?? How long does it take to get more?
That's interesting that they ran out of visas when they STAMP them in passports.
It’s visa sticker pages just like if u get a Chinese visa
Hello! I need more detail about the Letter of invitation. What is the step by step to by passing this? If one is traveling with no one to write a letter in Nigeria ?
You need a Nigerian host who will write you one. Next, you'll need to make a copy of your passport, plane ticket, hotel (or address of where your staying in Nigeria if staying with friends or family), and recent bank statement). The host will writeup your letter of invitation and send it to the Nigerian government!
Do you have to have your invitation dated and so you take the vaccine paper with you
My visa expired in April 2021. Is there a renewal process? Or would i have to apply all over again for a new visa in order to get into Nigerian. I am an American and I am trying to visit my husband in Nigeria. Please help
You would need to renew again. I'm working on another video on another way around this. Stay tuned!
The visitor visa on business purposes was usually valid for 2 years back in 2015 and 2019 ,so why is it now reduced to only 6 month?
Governments constantly change their visa requirements
SO,I got spend more money for travel out of state? I'm in Illinois, flights to DC or NY is another$ 250.00-300.00 round trip. For biometric.
???
If you don't have an OIS office, you must go to the ones such in Atlanta or New York City.
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Good morning,
My Nigerian visa had expired Last year April,
If I already had the Polio vaccine as a child do I have to take another Polio vaccine?
No, you don't need a second polio vaccine. It's a lifetime vaccine after the first shot.
Also, are you not entitled to a Nigerian passport since your parents are Nigerian?
My family has told me this before. My dad said he got my sister (an American) a Nigerian passport. I'll have to research on that. Thanks!
You are so on Point! Thank you for this video. I’m frustrated with all the hoops they want us to jump through. I’m battling the passport pic upload-size crap right now. Any tips?
My goodness, they sure make it hard for tourists to come visit. How did you handle the receipt showing you purchased US dollars to cover your trip?
Hi, Nicole. To help you get the right size photo when you apply online for a Nigeria Visa, I searched online for picture resize. Now, you'll need to know the correct pixel size and test out the resize scale when you use a resize tool online. If I remember correctly, it needs to be around 4300 x 4300 pixels. Just keep testing it out until you get the right size, download it, and upload it. Be aware that you'll need to start all the over. Yes, Nigeria government makes it difficult for tourists to come to its country, but it is what it is! As for the receipt, are you talking after you pay for your application for Nigerian Visa? You'll need to print two forms, an acknowledge slip and a payment slip.
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How much money should I have in my account in order to be sufficient funds? Also do I need the exact passport photos that I used in my passport? I don't believe I still have those. But I can definatly acquire more.
If you're staying for one week, have on you at least 70000 Naira per person prior to entering Nigeria. You can't use your bank cards unless they're Nigerian. You can only use them at ATMs within the country to pull out Naira. You can pull in limit of 40000 Naira per day at any ATM. Also, you have do multiple transaction as you can pull at MAX 10000 Naira at most ATMs.
How do I acquire niara once I'm in the country. Since I've never been there is there any way I can exchange my cash. So should I arrive with cash in my pocket to exchange?
@@DVNxMYLES You can go to a currency exchange site at the airports in the US. Also, there should places where you can exchange dollars for nairas within the US.
As a permanent resident, green Card holder with unexpired Nigeria passport, do l need a visa to travel back to Nigeria?
If you have a Nigerian passport, you are a Nigerian citizen. You don't need a visa to go to Nigeria.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thanks for fast response
Hello I booked my visa ois appointment 3 weeks ago I didn't see anything know about the biometrics appointment till watching your video. I'm confused is there a way I can get them the same day like a walk in cause I don't see it online and I'll be coming so far away.
Yes, just go walk in. After you turn in your documents, you'll get an opportunity to do biometrics.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome I want to say thank you so much cause if it wasn't for you I'll be lost and stressed, very very very much appreciated!
What is the OIS link please?
I have been trying to book an appointment but the whole slots are taken. I have processed and paid for the service. I emailed them but still haven't gotten anything from them yet. The Visa Acknowledged Slip says the interview date is "displayed on this Acknowledged Slip" but the interview date part says to "Please contact Embassy/Mission". Do you happen to have any contact number I can call? Thank you for this information.
Schedule your biometric appointment! Once you schedule, just go to that appointment. The interview appointments are ALWAYS booked! When you go to your biometric appointment, make sure you have money to apply for your Visa!
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome biometric appointment is seperate from the visa ois appointment ? if so where do i book that one
Yes, it's separate, but book the biometrics if you can't book the OIS visa appointment!
Did you book the biometric appointment at OIS or the embassy?
At the OIS website
Happy Sunday if someone is traveling oct this year can the person apply for a Nigeria visa nw through the ois
Yes
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thanks
Can I get an emergency visa, where I can get the visa the same day?
You can't. You'll have to go through the same process, unfortunately.
I'm an American who will be traveling to Ghana soon to purchase a home. I have a Nigerian girlfriend that I plan on visiting and marrying when I get settled in Ghana.. Do you think if I apply for the Visa on Arrival from Ghana, I will be approved to enter Nigeria..? I believe Visa on arrivals work for "Business visas" only and I'm definitely coming for business. Or maybe I'll be able to visit Nigeria based on me having Ghanaian tourist visa and won't need to apply at all. I'll research that.. I'm trying to avoid traveling in the states to the Nigerian embassy to get my tourist Visa. Way too many hoops to jump through. I think it'll be easier to get to Nigeria when I'm in Ghana. Is this true? Thanks..
Nigeria will only give visa on arrival to Americans for business purposes. Your business will need to prove to the government that you're there to set up business in Nigeria.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome Appreciate the fast reply. Thank you. Last question: Can I apply for a tourist visa for Nigeria, when I'm in Ghana?
You can as long as you a postal address to Ghana
US citizen apply for nigeria e visa in another country, anyone went through this process? I’m in Dubai trying to visit Nigeria.
You'll need to apply online, turn your application, and do biometrics at the nearest Nigerian embassy, consulate, or OIS service in UAE.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thanks!
Do you know if the process to get a transit visa is faster? I will only be in Nigeria less than 24 hours, and just want to leave the airport instead of sleeping in the airport before my next flight.
Unfortunately, you won't get a visa that quickly unless you get a visa on arrival. Nigeria will only give visa on arrival to Americans if they're there for business purposes.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome Do you know anything about Transit Visas? The transit visa seems to have less requirements/shorter timeline than a tourist visa. According to the Atlanta consulate website, It says 2-3 working days for transit visa to be processed and for stays 1-7 days, however when I contacted OIS which is what the consulate/embassy said to do, they said that they do not do transit visas. I leave on 3/7 for south africa, kenya, tanzania, and zanzibar. I have everything perfect, and the Last day in Nigeria is stressing me out. We're only leaving out of Nigeria bc it's cheaper to get back to LA; but we wanted to leave the airport to explore and my biggest concern is not getting my passport back from the embassy. Please help!
Let me research on this. This is interesting! If I gain valuable into, I'll do a quick video on it for you going step-by-step!
Hi. Im traveling to Lagos.
I have:
Passport
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Polio Vaccination
Covid shots and Boosters
2 separate passport photos
My To do list:
$160-$220 for Visa application
$Flight Purchase
Obtain Visa
Return priority Envelope
Malaria meds before travel
My Question: will the Los Angeles Ois office help me get my visa? I have to fly there from Michigan, there are no other appts available soon.
Also, ...how can I prove my flight Itinerary without purchase yet?
Yes, the OIS in Los Angeles will help you get your visa if you got all of the required items, especially a prepaid-stamped express envelope (make sure you have one with you when you turnover your documents). Also, you MUST purchase your flight tickets prior to turning over your documents to OIS. The Nigerian government is STRICT about knowing the dates of your arrival and departure.
Thank you very much!!
Nigerian visas is good for 2 years, multiple entries!
For a tourist visa?
Yes!
You're correct! Thank you!
Ok im trying to apply for visa but its my first time but my flight is 3/6/2022 can I get my visa for nigeria in 2 to 6 days
I'm sorry to say, but you won't get your Nigerian Tourist Visa in time to make your flight. You must give at least a 1.5 month after you turn in your application.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome Thank you so much
What appointment type did you select on the OIS website to schedule your biometric appointment?
The biometric appointment!
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome hmmm - that isn’t an option when I checked. The options are: Visa Services, BVN (Bank Verification Number) Enrollment, Passport Services, Premium Lounge (DLA), and NIN Enrollment. There are no appointments for Visa Services until April. Thoughts on which option to choose?
Pick the Visa Services. Let me know what happens when you select that option.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thanks! When I select Visa Services and location of Washington, D.C., the first available appointment is April 14, 2022. I’m traveling on March 22, so that date is not helpful. Based on this, I can’t schedule a biometric appointment separately. Any other ideas on what to do?
You have time. There should be appointments open. If you can't find a suitable appointment before a 1.5 months prior to your trip, just go to the OIS office. Make sure you have all the documents, mailing material, and money.
Please help me. I’m going to Nigeria in late November, already have my ticket, but all appointment times are struck out on the calendar in Atlanta, NY or DC. How do I get an appointment?
If you can't get an appointment, just walk-in. Make sure you have all the required documents and enough money to pay for processing and biometrics.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome Thank you Azi. I’ll fly into Atlanta and go to their office.
I appreciate your time. Best wishes.
I wish you have a blast in Nigeria! It's a fascinating country!
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome Thank you. I’m looking forward to it. I emailed the OIS Services office in Atlanta and they gave me an appointment for next week.
IM going to Abuja to get married to a Nigerian do I have to have this visa , I was told no, I have friends in Abuja , will I need a letter of invitation , will I need birth cerficate and will he , I have told my fiancee there is a lot to go through I know not one in Benin I really need a list of what I need and I am older I did have to have all vaccines to go to school here and may not be able to get that info
I recommend getting a visa as any airline flying out of the US going to Nigeria will cheek if your passport has it. If you apply for your visa through OIS, you don't need a letter of invitation. The Nigerian government won't check vaccines except for COVID, which has likely changed with how the world views it now.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome Thank yo , for sure I have had a Polio if I not I could not attend no school in America , during my era this country iradicted many virus through getting shots and vaccinations it is sad so much conspiracy noncense has taken away from being able to live one's life I just saw a youtube video Americans do not neēd a visa to travel many places they just need the passport and no such thing for them as a arrival visa once gettīng to Nigeria I don't like scamming money games lol
How much money should I have for the to be Sufficient funds for apply for a nigerian visa.
You'll need to have at least $160 to apply online plus the cost of your plane tickets and hotel (if you're not staying with family or friends).
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome yes but I know I need a certain amount of money in my bank account to apply. Is that correcr?
As long as you have money in your bank account to do everyday life, you'll be fine.
I am going for marriage but not planning on staying 90days , only 30 days , but , someone said I did not have to have a visa I need to know all I will have to have including medical
You need a visa, unless you have a Nigerian passport.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome No a American Passport , he has his Nigerian Passport of course but will he need a Visa coming into the States our marriage does not make him a US citizen but I do have the right to bring my husband to be back with me , he will still have to follow Immigrations guidlines to get his green card ? and what ever it takes for him to become a citizen do you know whether I am correct
You need to review US immigration laws to get you fiancé to US. There's a LONG and TEDIOUS process to go through.
Do I need to take the shot record with me with my documents? Does the invitation from my host have to be dated? On the paper application asks for a thumb print do I do it at the appointment ? Thank you so much for your help.
You don't need to take your shot records or letter of invitation to OIS. OIS will do a letter of invitation for you when you turn in your application and complete your biometrics. You will do fingerprinting when you do biometrics at your appointment.
Thank you so very much you have helped me out so much
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One more question how much money do I need for Texas oisservices and do you pay with a card? Thank you you have helped me so much
@marti roy I would bring around $80-100 when you go to your appointment. Yes, you can use your credit card to pay.
What's the total priyes?
And how long it take for you to get it
The total price to get a Nigeria Visa is about $210 to complete the entire process. The length to get it depends on how fast the Nigerian government goes through approving it and your mailing service. You should give it at least a month to get it back
I want to renew my expired visa .. what do I do?
You'll have to reapply for another tourist visa. Even so, I'm going to cover another way that could help you potentially avoid having to reapply for a tourist visa under certain conditions. Stay tuned!
I need the steps wedsites
What vaccines you need for nigeria thanks
The US State Department says you need the Yellow Fever Vaccine to travel to Nigeria. After traveling there, no one will check if you got the proper vaccines. Even so, I suggest you get the yellow fever and polio vaccines, if you haven't already.
Hello! Do you need an introduction letter?
No, you don't need an introduction letter.
Oh wow thanks I'm going tomorrow I got nervous. You are awesome
I have an appointment august 12 at oisservices in Texas and leaving for legos on September 21 will that be enough time to get my visa
You're rolling the dice on with this one. It took three weeks to get my visa in my passport. If you go forward, make sure you have every required document (passport and proof of payment). Also, make you have plenty money on you when you go to your appointment.
Thank you
Hi Marti! How did u book an appointment in Houston?? It doesn’t have the option to??
I am in Washington DC too, my plans is to go to marry in Nigeria , Abuja what all do I need to show and have to be there , for what we are doing , I plan on doing round trip and getting a ticket at my purchase one way for him to come back with me once we are married there should be no reason to delay and stay he should be could to leave he will have his passport our HIV test for marriage , what else we he need to have if ou know I need to know if I need that visa for myself , some one always gives the wrong information and I want to make sure I have a list so I can check all things off I must have I was told there is not such a VISA ON ARRIVAL is that true
Visit this website: oisservices.com/
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome went to this site and the choices for my visit should be visit ? not clear on that one and the other choices would not pertain
It's asking you which OIS office are you going to turn in your visa application.
Can we get the vaccines months prior to traveling to Nigeria ?
Yes, you can get vaccines months prior
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thank you! Also, do we have to purchase a flight ticket or can we show an itinerary with the prospective dates?
Hello I have a quick question:
my ois appointment is in Los Angeles but my documents will be processed in dc embassy..
for the prepaid envelopes should it be addressed from ois to dc embassy? And the second envelope from dc embassy to my house??
My appointment is next week and I will be picking up the prepaid envelopes soon thank you in advance!!!
Should the address
Your prepaid envelope should be your home address as you'll receive your passport back with your stamped visa
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thank you so much!! but the from address should be the dc embassy or OiS office address?
OIS will take care of everything for you after you give it the required documents. You shouldn't need to have an envelop for DC.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thank you 🙏🏽
How did you go about converting the image size from the Walgreens passport photo? My passport photo is a standard 2x2
Here's a my video how easy it is to do it:
th-cam.com/video/_E8o2pu8n38/w-d-xo.html
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome just watched the video, I didn’t see anything about passport photos. Maybe it was the wrong link 😅
Are you talking about trying to digitize your passport phone to apply for Nigeria Visa online?
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome yes, I managed to get it through by watching your other video through this link:
th-cam.com/video/MjVFHKOwqPs/w-d-xo.html
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome also, do you know if I can do my appointment through one of the OIS branches? I’m trying to get mine done at the Houston branch, but I’m only getting options for Atlanta, New York, and Washington DC on the appointments available link appointments.immigration.gov.ng/availability
Do I get vaccinations before applying for the visa?
I did video on this topic. Check it out to get your answer - th-cam.com/video/P3DIg4avHNg/w-d-xo.html
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome thank you So much!
Everything you mentioned is correct. I have traveled to Nigeria twice. I want to travel to Nigeria 🇳🇬 this year. Are they currently allowing American Citizens who are married to a Nigerian Citizen (who hold a US green card) travel to Nigeria with a tourist visa?
If you have a CURRENT Nigerian tourist visa, you are fine. If you enjoyed this, hit like and subscribe buttons to help this channel grow. Also, share this video to help others who want to visit Nigeria. Check out my other videos for unique views, advice, and stories of traveling the world!
My Nigerian visa expired. I’m not sure if the Nigerian government is issuing new tourist visas due to COVID-19.
Yes, Nigerian government is issuing tourist visa. Watch a recent video of me showing my recent tourist visa.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome What about if the two year is up. How do you renew it.
If you're an American tourist, you do it the same way as any first time American tourist looking to go to Nigeria.
How do I find the Acknowledgment Slip?
After you pay online for your Visa application, your acknowledgment slip should come up.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome Thank you! I appreciate your help.
How do I get 2 pictures for passport to send into embassy..I only have one picture on my passport? Does it have to be the exact same picture? Thankyou
You make your passport photos if you follow the guidelines for a proper one. Also, you can go to places drug stores such as Wal-Greens or CVS to get more passport photos. You should be consistent with your passport photos, so I suggest getting multiples of the same one.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome and what size photos should I get? Thankyou
Are you using the OIS website to send the photos? Or, are you sending them directly to the embassy?
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome i didn't start anything yet, but I want to mail everything.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome whichever is better..im not sure
Is it easy to get a visa at a oisservices office? Do they Interveiw you or just hand in your paper work? Sorry my first time
After you pay for your online visa and set your appointment, it's SUPER easy to get a visa. The hardest part is applying. When you arrive at an OIS station, you turn in your required documents; pay any fees; and do your biometrics.
Thank you very much you have saved me stress and so much anxiety
So I don’t have to do a biometric appointment since I have a visa appointment it’s included? Sorry just want to do this right
You just show up with your required documents when you go to OIS. You will do your biometrics after you turn in your documents.
Thank you. Sure can’t wait to go.
If passport is not available can i my boyfriend’s NIN?
No, you need your passport to apply for visa.
@@WanderlustAweSyndrome hello no what i mean is - for the invitation letter can I use his NIN instead of passport as proof of his identification? Apologies if i was not clear.
It's all good! I would still use a passport number for letter of invitation to keep everything consistent. Does he not have a passport?