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Saudi Arabia Visa for Nigerians

⚠ Visa Required — You must apply before travel
4/5 Difficulty
10–15d Processing
NGN 210,000 Total (~$155)

Quick Facts

Requirement Visa Required
Visa Fee NGN 210,000 (~$155)
Processing Time 10–15 working days
Appointment Wait ~2 weeks
Stay Duration Up to 30 days

Saudi Arabia tourist visa for Nigerians is now single-entry, 30 days only — a significant downgrade from the previous 1-year multiple-entry. Apply through embassy-authorized agencies in Lagos or Abuja. Total cost through agencies: ₦40,000–70,000. Yellow fever card mandatory.

Key Warnings

  • Since February 2025, Nigerian passport holders can only get a single-entry 30-day tourist visa — the 1-year multiple-entry is no longer available for Nigerians.
  • Tourist visas for Nigerians are suspended during Hajj season (typically April–June). Do not apply or plan travel during this window — applications will be rejected.
  • Hajj and Umrah visas are separate from tourist visas and must be arranged through NAHCON-approved travel agencies in Nigeria.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is MANDATORY — Nigeria is a yellow fever endemic country and Saudi Arabia will refuse entry without it.

Insider Tips

  • If you hold a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa (used at least once), you may qualify for the Saudi e-visa route at visa.visitsaudi.com — faster and cheaper than the embassy route.
  • Apply through embassy-authorized agencies in Lagos or Abuja. Total agency fees range ₦40,000–70,000 depending on provider.
  • Plan trips for outside Hajj season (July–March) to avoid the annual visa suspension period.

Required Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Completed Saudi visa application
  • Passport photo
  • Confirmed hotel booking for entire stay All-inclusive bookings or Saudi-approved hotel required for tourist visa
  • Flight itinerary
  • Bank statement (3 months) Sufficient funds for stay
  • Travel insurance covering Saudi Arabia

Recommended (Optional)

  • Employment letter
  • Hajj/Umrah package documents Required only for religious travel

Why Applications Get Rejected

  • Incomplete documentation

    Fix: Ensure all documents are present and apostilled

  • Unconfirmed accommodation

    Fix: Book and fully pay for Saudi-approved hotels

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hajj/Umrah visa the same as a Saudi tourist visa?
No. Hajj and Umrah visas are separate from tourist visas and must be arranged through NAHCON (National Hajj Commission of Nigeria)-approved travel agencies. You cannot use a tourist visa for Hajj/Umrah or vice versa.
Can Nigerians get a Saudi Arabia e-visa online?
Most Nigerians cannot apply for the Saudi e-visa directly. However, if you hold a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa (used at least once), you may qualify for the e-visa route at visa.visitsaudi.com. Without such a visa, you must apply through embassy-authorized travel agencies in Lagos or Abuja.
How long can Nigerians stay in Saudi Arabia on a tourist visa?
Since February 2025, Nigerian passport holders are only issued single-entry tourist visas valid for 30 days. The previous 1-year multiple-entry visa is no longer available. If you need to return to Saudi Arabia, you must apply for a new visa each time.
Saudi Arabia visa cost in Naira?
Through embassy-authorized travel agencies in Nigeria, total cost ranges from ₦40,000 to ₦70,000 depending on the provider and services included. Apply via agencies in Lagos or Abuja — independent embassy applications are not available for tourist visas.
When are Saudi tourist visas suspended for Nigerians?
Saudi Arabia typically suspends tourist, business, and family visit visas for Nigerian passport holders during Hajj season — approximately April to June each year. The exact dates change annually. Avoid applying or planning travel during this window, as applications are rejected and existing visas may not be honored.

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Where to Apply

Saudi Arabian Consulate / VFS Saudi - Nigeria

Lagos

Victoria Island, Lagos

Saudi visa requires sponsor or approved hotel booking. Umrah/Hajj visas have separate process through Ministry of Hajj.

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