If you are a Nigerian passport holder seeking to explore the world without the burden of extensive visa fees and lengthy application processes, there is some great news.

According to the latest information, Nigerian citizens have access to at least 45 destinations where entry is permitted either visa-free, with a visa on arrival (VOA), via an e-visa, or through an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

This broad access provides Nigerian travellers with the opportunity to experience a diverse range of countries across Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and other regions with greater ease. In this guide, we provide a detailed overview of the countries that Nigerian passport holders can visit without a traditional visa, detailing the type of travel and authorisation required to ensure a seamless and well-prepared journey.

Visa-Free Countries for Nigerian Passport Holders

Here is the list of countries that provide visa-free access to Nigerian Passport Holders:

1. Barbados

2. Benin

3. Burkina Faso

4. Cameroon

5. Cape Verde Islands

6. Chad

7. Cook Islands

8. Cote d'Ivoire

9. Dominica

10. Fiji

11. Ghana

12. Guinea

13. Guinea-Bissau

14. Haiti

15. Kenya

16. Kiribati

17. Liberia

18. Madagascar

19. Mali

20. Micronesia

21. Montserrat

22. Niger

23. Niue

24. Rwanda

25. Senegal

26. Sierra Leone

27. St. Kitts and Nevis

28. The Gambia

29. Togo

30. Vanuatu

It is strongly recommended that travellers verify the most recent entry requirements directly with the official government or immigration website of their intended destination. Visa-free access, visa on arrival (VOA), and e-visa policies are subject to change and may vary based on evolving diplomatic agreements or security considerations.

VOA Countries for Nigerian Passport Holders

Here is the list of countries that provide VOA to Nigerian passport holders:

1. Burundi

2. Cambodia

3. Comoro Islands

4. Djibouti

5. Iran

6. Lebanon

7. Maldives

8. Mauritius

9. Mozambique

10. Palau Islands

11. Samoa

12. Somalia

13. Timor-Leste

14. Tuvalu

E-Visa Countries for Nigerian Passport Holders

Here is the list of countries that provide an E-Visa to Nigerian Passport Holders:

1. Albania

2. Antigua and Barbuda

3. Azerbaijan

4. Bahamas

5. Bahrain

6. Bangladesh

7. Botswana

8. Colombia

9. Cuba

10. Equatorial Guinea

11. Ethiopia

12. Gabon

13. Georgia

14. Kazakhstan

15. Kyrgyzstan

16. Lesotho

17. Malaysia

18. Mauritania

19. Moldova

20. Oman

21. Pakistan

22. Qatar

23. Sao Tome and Principe

24. Singapore

25. South Africa

26. Suriname

27. Syria

28. Tajikistan

29. Tanzania

30. Thailand

31. Türkiye

32. Uganda

33. United Arab Emirates

34. Vietnam

35. Zambia

36. Zimbabwe
    

ETA Countries for Nigerian Passport Holders

This country provides an ETA to Nigerian passport holders: 

1. Seychelles

As a Nigerian passport holder, having access to a wide range of visa-free, visa-on-arrival, e-visa, and ETA destinations opens up remarkable opportunities for global travel.

For destinations that do require a visa, the application process can sometimes be overwhelming. To make your travel planning smoother and more efficient, consider using a trusted visa service like Atlys. Atlys simplifies the visa application process by offering expert guidance, streamlined document handling, and reliable support, helping Nigerian travellers on their global journeys.