United Kingdom - Nigeria Business Single Entry Three Months

Requirements Per Person

Proof of Travel Arrangements

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Evidence of return ticket and Hotel Reservation

Application Form

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The Nigeria High Commission has instituted a web-based visa appointment system and visa application form, see example. The visa appointment and application form must be completed online and then printed. When completing the online application form, the visa fee must be paid for at the time using a credit or debit card which is compatible with the "Verified by Visa" process. The Consulate will not accept visa applications and documentation where the online form has not been completed and the online payment has not been made.

In order to fulfil this particular requirement, the applicant has two options:

1. The Applicant can complete the online process themselves

To do this, please use the URL link httpss://portal.immigration.gov.ng/ and follow the instructions. More details on how to navigate the website can be found in the section below entitled Nigerian Online Application Process.

Please ensure that once the form has been completed, you print out the following components from the online portal and include them with the rest of your application pack: 

  • The "Visa Acknowledgment Slip"
  • The "Visa Payment Slip"
  • The fully completed four page Visa Application Form 

Failure to supply these documents will result in the non issuance of your visa.

 

2. Universal visas completes the process form on the applicant's behalf

Universal visas can assist the traveller in completing the online application form which can be a time consuming process. This is offered as a Premium Service at a cost of £10 plus VAT in addition to all other service fees and current Universal visas handling fees. 

 

Universal Visas can also offer online payment service on your behalf. This is offered as a Premium Service at a cost of £20 plus VAT in addition to all other sevice fees and visa fee costs.

Photos

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Two passport sized colour photographs. The photographs must:

  • Be signed, dated and full name written at the back
  • Have a white background
  • Be taken within the last six months

Business Letter

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A letter of introduction from the applicant's UK employer. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

  • Be on company letterhead paper
  • Include the name of the applicant
  • Specify the purpose of journey as business discussions only
  • Specify the exact nature of the business discussions which must include all topics on the agenda 
  • Specify the exact duration of the business meetings
  • Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
  • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
  • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
  • Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department

A sample Business Introduction Letter can be found within the Universal visas Application Pack

Passport

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The applicant's actual passport. The passport must: 

  • Be at least six months old. Applicants holding a passport issued less than six months ago must also provide their previous passport
  • Have two blank facing visa pages
  • Be valid for at least six months beyond date of entry to Nigeria

Visa Conditions

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When applying for a Nigerian visa, it is extremely important that the information supplied in all supporting documentation is consistent with that submitted on the online application. Failure to do this will result in the application being rejected. In these instances, online payments are non-refundable.  

Business Visas are only issued where the purpose of the trip is to attend business discussions only. This information should be consistent within the:

  • Online Application where it asks for the purpose of your trip
  • Business Introduction Letter
  • Invitation Letter

Any activity stated outside "Business Discussions" will result in the High Commission deciding that a Temporary Work Permit is required. This will require the online application process to be completed again with all previous payments being non-refundable.

Repeat Visitors

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Repeat visitors must supply any current or expired passport that was used for previous travel to Nigeria

Letter of Invitation

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A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

  • Be on company letterhead paper
  • Include the name of the applicant
  • State the purpose of journey as business meetings only
  • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
  • Be signed by the inviting party

Certificate of Incorporation

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Corporate Affairs Commission registration Certificate (CAC), or incorporation certificate from Nigerian Company. 

Additional information

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List of countries where the applicant has been in the last 12 months

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ID of Inviting person

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A copy of passport or ID from the person who signs the invitation letter from the Nigerian company.

If the inviter is non-Nigerian, a copy of the inviter's valid residency permit must be submitted in addition to all other documents. It must be valid for a minimum of 6 months

Biometric Procedure

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The Embassy of Nigeria requires that all individuals applying for a Nigeria visa in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland provide biometric data, specifically fingerprints, as part of the visa application process. To facilitate this, applicants will be required to appear in person at the Visa Application Centre in London.
 
It is now even more imperative that the application, supporting documents and payment be in complete conformance to consular requirements so as to avoid the potential rejection and thus avoid subsequent visits, costs and inconvenience. To this end, we are enhancing our service offering to support applicants with a fully comprehensive service to ensure documents are correctly checked and verified prior to the application being submitted to the Visa Application Centre.
 
Universal Visas will provide the following:
 
Provision of application forms, requirements and instructions on how to obtain your necessary visa
Quality checking of your application and supporting materials to ensure it is complete, and minimising the risk of refusal at the Embassy
Provision of the compulsory appointment for your documents to be submitted to the Visa Application Centre
Meet and Greet at the Visa Application Centre with all required documents and support with the collection of your biometric data
Assistance with payment of all visa submission fees on the applicant's behalf and consolidation of these fees within our invoicing and reporting.
Collection of the completed passport and visa and secure delivery back to the applicant via their chosen delivery method.
 

Visa Information

Visa is valid for three months.
Although there may not be a restriction on your duration of stay, we recommend all travellers to not overstay for more than 7-10 days per trip as this may affect future visa applications and the possibility of being denied a business visa at the Embassy next time.

Fees

7 Working Days Service
  • Embassy Fee: 366
  • Universal Service Fee: 100
  • Secure Postage: 8.5
  • 3 Working Days Service
  • Embassy Fee: 477
  • Universal Service Fee: 100
  • Secure Postage: 8.5
  • How to Order

    Download and Complete the Embassy Visa Application Form Print out the Order Form . Ensure all documents required for processing your application are enclosed prior to mailing; including your passport, Photos, Invitation (depending on the type of visa required) etc. Post/ Courier all documents via secure delivery method to our address. (We recommend Royal Mail Special Delivery to our PO Box address)

    Disclaimer

    Please note that we are not an Embassy and are not affiliated with any government. In almost all cases embassies charge a fee for visas. If we handle your application, we also charge a fee in return for advising on the requirements, helping to prepare your application, and sending a courier to queue up on your behalf to obtain and/or collect the visa. The forms and services we provide are available from the government or official source for free or lower cost. If you wish to apply directly to the relevant embassy.

    Payment

    The Fee displayed on this website is in Pound Sterling ,
    Calculating Total Fees: Calculate by adding Embassy Fees (including where applicable: Embassy Express Fees), Visa Group Service Fees and the delivery charges. Please note: The amount calculated is the expected; approximate fee, other charges maybe applicable depending on the service requested. Additionally, please be aware that the embassies fees often change overnight without prior notice please read our disclaimer. Payment Methods: We accept all major credit cards except American Express & Diners Club cards,there will be a 3.5% card transaction fee applicable on the total final amount. Our order form has further details in payment section for card types accepted. We also accept cheques, which should be make payable to 'Visa Group Ltd'. Please note, with regards to cheques, we can only return your passports/ documents onece your cheque payment has been cleared. Customer wishing faster visa processing are advised to pay by card.