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Schengen Area (Europe) visa for Nigerian citizens
Nigeria is on the Schengen visa-required list, so a Schengen visa is needed for any of the 27 Schengen countries, including common Nigerian routes to France, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands.
Fee
Around €80–90 for the standard short-stay Schengen visa (fees are set in euros and can vary slightly by country of application).
Processing time
Typically 2–6 weeks depending on the consulate and season — apply well ahead of travel, especially around December and summer holiday periods.
Max stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period, valid across all Schengen countries.
Who needs this
Nigerian passport holders need a Schengen visa for tourism, business, or family visits to any Schengen country. Apply through the embassy or consulate of the specific country you'll spend the most time in, or your first port of entry if time is split evenly.
Document checklist
Nigerian passport issued within the last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond your return date, with 2+ blank pages
Completed Schengen visa application form
2 recent ICAO-compliant passport photos
Travel insurance covering at least €30,000, valid for the whole Schengen area and your full trip dates
Round-trip flight reservation
Proof of accommodation for every night of the trip
3–6 months of bank statements showing income and balance
Employment letter with approved leave dates, or business documents if self-employed
Cover letter explaining your trip purpose and ties to Nigeria
Application steps
- 1Confirm which country's embassy/consulate to apply through based on your itinerary
- 2Complete the application form and gather all supporting documents
- 3Book a biometrics appointment through the relevant visa application centre in Nigeria
- 4Attend your appointment and pay the visa fee
- 5Wait for a decision
How Tripmate can help
Help identifying the right country to apply through for multi-country trips
Travel insurance arrangement meeting the €30,000 minimum
Flight and hotel bookings for your application
VFS Global — Schengen visa applications from Nigeria
Requirements cross-checked against multiple Schengen-country visa information pages; exact fee and processing time vary slightly by the specific country you apply through. Visa rules change quickly — always confirm current fees and documents on the official link above before applying or paying anything.
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