Before you go to Nigeria: what to know
Must know
- Get a visa before departure; there is no visa on arrival.
- Complete the online landing and departure cards before entering and leaving Nigeria.
- Foreign cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels; plan a safe cash backup.
Entry and visas
British citizen passport: Arrange a visa online before travel; visas on arrival are no longer available. Foreign visitors must complete the online landing and departure cards before entry and exit. Check the linked immigration guidance for other nationalities and purposes.
Online arrival forms and permits
- Nigeria landing and exit cards ↗ required
Landing card: 24–48 hours before arrival. Complete the exit card before departure. · Fee: Free · Foreign visitors entering or leaving; Nigerian passports and transit are exempt
Passport validity: At least 6 months after arrival.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: gov.uk ↗, lecard.immigration.gov.ng ↗, lecard.immigration.gov.ng ↗
Money
Mostly cash is used. Cards are rarely accepted.
Apple Pay — no data · Google Pay — no data
- Largely cash-based. Foreign cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels; city ATMs can limit withdrawal amounts. Watch for fraud and skimming.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: smartraveller.gov.au ↗
Rules and bans
Laws visitors break unknowingly
- Check customs restrictions before bringing medicines, drones or wildlife products.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: gov.uk ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Culture and clothing
Religion: Respect local religious traditions; ask before entering places of worship.
Clothing: Ask your hosts about appropriate clothing for community visits and religious sites.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗
Climate
Check current regional weather and flood warnings before road travel; adjust your itinerary to local conditions.
Month by month
- January: Jan: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- February: Feb: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- March: Mar: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- April: Apr: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- May: May: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- June: Jun: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- July: Jul: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- August: Aug: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- September: Sep: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- October: Oct: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- November: Nov: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
- December: Dec: Check local forecasts and flood-related road access.
Best season: Choose dates for your route using local forecasts and road-condition advice.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: gov.uk ↗
What to pack
- Copies of travel documents
- An adapter compatible with your accommodation
- Medicines with their prescription documents
Practical
Plugs: Confirm socket type and supply voltage with your accommodation before packing.
Water: Use a safe drinking-water supply; ask locally before drinking tap water.
Traffic: drives on the right
Insurance: Arrange insurance for your itinerary and planned activities, including medical evacuation where needed.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: tcs.ch ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Entry rules change. Before your trip, check the website of the embassy or immigration service of the country.