Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for India?
The official link goes to indianvisaonline.gov.in. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
India entry rules for Nigerian citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Regular (paper) visa from an Indian mission / visa centre |
| Stay | Depends on visa issued |
| When to apply | Apply well ahead; processing at missions takes days to weeks |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Nigerian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: India entry requirements.
The details for a Nigerian passport.
Nigeria is not on the e-Visa eligibility list or fee schedule, so a regular visa is needed from the High Commission of India in Abuja / Consulate in Lagos via their visa centre.
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months validity (e-Visa rule: at the time of application; FCDO/Canada: 6 months after arrival). Machine-readable ordinary passport; diplomatic/official passports cannot use e-Visa.
Recent changes in India.
- 2025-07-24 — Tourist visas resumed for Chinese nationals after a five-year freeze. Regular visa only, no e-Visa. Processing extended to Indian missions worldwide in Nov 2025.
- 2025-09-01 — Immigration and Foreigners Act 2025, its Rules and the Exemption Order came into force: consolidated immigration law, reporting duties for hosts and institutions, higher overstay penalties, and Nepal/Bhutan exemptions restated.
- 2025-10-01 — Mandatory online e-Arrival Card for foreigners (embassy notices say OCI holders too), filed within 72 hours before arrival via indianvisaonline.gov.in, boi.gov.in or the 'Indian Visa Su-Swagatam' app. Replaces the paper disembarkation card.
The short answers.
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for India?
Yes. Nigerian citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to India.
How long can Nigerian citizens stay in India?
Depends on visa issued. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Nigerian citizens apply?
Apply well ahead; processing at missions takes days to weeks.
Where do Nigerian citizens apply?
On the official site, indianvisaonline.gov.in. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue India visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.