Passport/Visas

Passport valid for six months required by all.

Visas: Required by all except the following:
(a) Nationals of ECOWAS member countries for a maximum stay of one month (exceptions are possible, check with nearest Consulate);
(b) Transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Types of visa and cost: Tourist, Business: €45 (single-entry). Multiple-entry and Transit only available on request. An extra €5 is needed for postal applications.

Validity: Single-entry visas are normally valid for up to 45 days; multiple-entry visas are valid for up to 90 days within a period of six months. Transit visas are valid for up to five days. Extensions are then granted at the discretion of the Immigration Authorities.

Application to: Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Contact Addresses section.

Application requirements:
(a) Two completed application forms.
(b) Two passport-size photos.
(c) Valid passport.
(d) Return ticket.
(e) Fee.

Business: (a)-(e) and, (f) Confirmation of a job placement.

Working days required: Five. Urgent visas can be handled within 24-48 hours.