Spouse of Nigerian Citizen Visa

N1A - Spouse of Nigerian Citizen Visa

               



Visa

The N1A Spouse of the Nigerian Citizen Visa is a multiple entry Permanent Residence Visa (PRV) for partner (wife or husband) of Nigerian citizen. This indefinite visa enshrined in Section 37(10) of the Nigeria Immigration Act of 2015 was introduced in the Nigeria Visa Policy 2020 and is obtainable through the Nigeria Mission abroad (Embassy, High Commision or Consulate).


Eligibility

  • Spouse of proven Nigerian citizen.

Requirements

  • Proof of Nigerian Spouse's Citizenship 
    (Passport and/or certificate of birth)
  • Marriage Certificate / Evidence of Marriage
  • Formal N1A Application by Nigerian Spouse to the CGI 
    (Must indicate Acceptance of Immigration Responsibilities)
  • Travel Document valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages
  • Printout of completed Online Visa Application form.
  • Printout of the Online Payment Acknowledgement slip. 
  • Two (2) recent Passport sized (35/40mm) Photograph.

Additional requirement(s) may apply based on the Visa Application Channel


Visa Validity

The period between the date visa is issued and when applicant can enter Nigeria.

  • 90 Days 

Entry Validity

How many times this visa can be used to enter Nigeria.

  • Multiple Entry

Duration of Stay

The maximum period between the date applicant enters and leaves Nigeria.

  • Indefinite
  • Subject to Validity of Applicant's Passport 
  • Subject to Marriage Status

Renewability

The maximum number of extensions possible with this visa.

  • Conditional

Permitted Activities

  • Only legitimate residence allowed
  • Employment/Work prohibited.

Visa Channels 


Visa Fees

  • Determined by Nationality

Processing Time

  • Typically 2 to 5 working days.

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