Nigeria to India tourist visa
Nigerian citizens are not eligible for India’s e-Tourist Visa and must apply for a regular sticker tourist visa through the Indian High Commission or its outsourced visa centre. Complete requirements, fees, processing times, and approval tips for Nigerian citizens. Updated July 2026.
- Visa
- India Tourist Visa (sticker)
- Fee
- Set by consulate
- Processing time
- Set by consulate
- Length of stay
- Up to 30 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in India
- Passport Bio Page Scan — Clear scanned image of your passport’s biographical page
- Digital Photograph — Recent passport-style photograph with white background
- Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate — Valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all Nigerian travelers
- Oral Polio Vaccination Certificate — Oral Polio Vaccination (OPV/IPV) certificate is mandatory for residents of polio-affected countries including Nigeria
- Travel Information — Details about your planned trip to India
- Reference in India — Contact details of a reference person or hotel in India
- Payment Method — Credit or debit card for online fee payment
How to apply
- Completed online visa application form — Completed online visa application form (signed)
- Original passport valid for at — Original passport valid for at least 6 months
- Two passport-sized photographs (50mm x — Two passport-sized photographs (50mm x 50mm)
- Introduction letter and invitation from — Introduction letter and invitation from Indian host with PAN/Aadhaar copy
- Travel and hotel bookings with — Travel and hotel bookings with detailed itinerary
- Bank statement for the last — Bank statement for the last 6 months
Common questions
- How long does India e-visa processing take from Nigeria?
- The India e-visa is typically processed within 72 hours to 5 business days. Applications should be submitted at least 4 days before your intended arrival date. During peak periods, processing may extend to 10 business days.
- What is the India e-visa fee for Nigerians in 2025?
- The fee varies by visa duration: $10 for 30-day visa (April-June), $25 for 30-day visa (July-March), $40 for 1-year visa, and $80 for 5-year visa. An additional 2.5% bank transaction fee applies. Regular visa through the High Commission costs $252.
- Is Yellow Fever vaccination required for India visa from Nigeria?
- Yes, Yellow Fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers from Nigeria to India. You must carry the original International Certificate of Vaccination (Yellow Card) and present it at the port of entry in India.
- Do Nigerians need a Polio vaccination certificate for India?
- Yes, Nigeria is classified as a polio-affected country, so all Nigerian travelers must have a valid Oral Polio Vaccination (OPV/IPV) certificate. The vaccination must be administered between 4 weeks and 1 year before arrival in India.
- Can Nigerians apply for India visa on arrival?
- No, there is no visa on arrival for Nigerian citizens traveling to India. You must apply for either an e-visa online or a regular visa through the High Commission of India in Abuja or the Consulate General in Lagos before travel.
- How long can I stay in India with a tourist e-visa?
- The 30-day e-visa allows stays up to 30 days with double entry. The 1-year and 5-year e-visas allow multiple entries with a maximum continuous stay of 90 days per visit and up to 180 days total in a calendar year.