Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
The official link goes to immd.gov.hk. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Hong Kong entry rules for Nigerian citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | HKSAR visa |
| Fee | HKD 330 (ordinary visa); HKD 170 (transit visa) |
| Stay | As granted |
| Validity | As issued |
| When to apply | Several 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: Hong Kong entry requirements.
The details for a Nigerian passport.
All Nigerian nationals need a valid HKSAR visa for ANY purpose, including transit that stays airside. Apply to the HKSAR Immigration Department directly (by post or through a local sponsor; forms can be faxed first) or via a Chinese diplomatic/consular mission (some route through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center).
How long it must be valid.
At least 1 month beyond your planned departure (Indian nationals using PAR: 6 months).
Recent changes in Hong Kong.
- 2026-03-23 — New national-security rules: refusing to give passwords or decryption help to police is an offence; wider device seizure powers.
- 2026-04-30 — Possession of e-cigarettes / alternative smoking products in public places made illegal (import already banned).
The short answers.
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
Yes. Nigerian citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Hong Kong.
How much does it cost for Nigerian citizens?
HKD 330 (ordinary visa); HKD 170 (transit visa). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Nigerian citizens stay in Hong Kong?
As granted. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Nigerian citizens apply?
Several weeks.
Where do Nigerian citizens apply?
On the official site, immd.gov.hk. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Hong Kong 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.