Poland→Nigeria
Poland to Nigeria
Do I need a visa for Nigeria?
A Nigerian visa is required and it must be obtained before you depart. The permission takes the form of a physical visa issued by Nigerian authorities. The tourist permission does not allow paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
Your ordinary Polish passport or a temporary passport is accepted for entry to Nigeria. A national identity card and a driving licence are not accepted travel documents for this route. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Are vaccinations required for Nigeria?
A yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and must be recorded in the international vaccination booklet. Recommended vaccinations include typhoid, tetanus, diphtheria, hepatitis A and B, cholera and rabies.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
The permitted length of stay varies by case and is not specified here. If you need to extend your stay or have questions about the length granted, contact the Nigerian authorities through the official channels linked on this page.
Can children travel on this route?
Children under 18 need no additional paperwork beyond an ordinary passport or temporary passport; no parental-consent letter or notarised permission is required for this route.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance that covers medical treatment and medical evacuation is recommended but is not a condition of entry for Polish tourists.
Where do I get the visa?
The visa application is made through the official Nigerian visa application portal linked on this page; the process results in a physical visa. The Nigerian embassy in Poland is listed on this page for consular help, not as the application portal. An official entry‑registration portal is also linked on this page and must be used where entry registration is required.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to get a visa before flying to Nigeria?
A physical Nigerian visa is required and must be obtained before you travel. Apply through the official Nigerian application portal linked on this page; the embassy website is for consular help only.
Can I enter Nigeria with my national ID or driving licence?
Your ordinary Polish passport or a temporary passport is accepted for entry. A national identity card or a driving licence is not accepted for travel to Nigeria.
How long must my passport be valid for?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you enter Nigeria. Carry that passport when you travel.
Do I have to buy travel insurance to get into Nigeria?
Travel insurance is recommended to cover medical costs and medical evacuation, but it is not a condition of entry for Polish tourists.
Will I be asked to prove I have enough money for my trip?
You will not be required to show proof of funds such as bank statements or cash when entering Nigeria on this tourist route.
What extra documents do children need to enter Nigeria?
Children under 18 travel on the same accepted documents as adults: an ordinary passport or a temporary passport. No extra parental-consent or notarised documents are required for minors on this route.
Will I need to fill in an arrival card or register on arrival?
There is no arrival registration or paper entry card required for this tourist route; you do not need to complete an arrival card on arrival.
How should I prove my yellow fever vaccination?
The yellow fever vaccination must be recorded in the international vaccination booklet (the ‘yellow card’). Carry that booklet as the certificate of vaccination.
Can I go to the Nigerian embassy in Poland to apply for the visa?
The Nigerian embassy or consulate in Poland can provide consular help if you need it while applying or travelling, but the official visa application is completed through the online portal linked on this page.
What if my passport is damaged or nearly out of validity?
If your passport is damaged or missing the required validity it may cause refusal to board or to enter; make sure your passport meets the requirement of at least six months’ validity beyond entry.
Are there other vaccines I should consider besides yellow fever?
Recommended vaccinations listed on the official guidance include typhoid, tetanus, diphtheria, hepatitis A and B, cholera and rabies. These are suggestions for your health protection, not mandatory entry requirements.
Can I work or study in Nigeria on a tourist visit?
You are not permitted to use a tourist entry to undertake paid work or study in Nigeria; the tourist permission does not allow paid employment or study.
Is there an online registration I must complete for entry?
There is an official entry‑registration portal linked on this page. Where entry registration is required, it is completed through that portal.
Who do I contact for consular help during my trip?
If you need help while abroad, contact the Nigerian consular services listed on the embassy page linked here for assistance; that embassy page is for consular help rather than for making your visa application.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 5, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Apply before you travel
Apply before you book. Processing times vary, and a refusal cannot be appealed at the border.
Apply on the official site - 2Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 6 months beyond your trip.
- 3Get the required vaccinations
Yellow Fever
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Nigeria — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
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