Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
The official link goes to malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel. This row comes from a reputable source NUM hasn’t yet confirmed on the official page.
Malaysia entry rules for Nigerian citizens.
| Verdict | e-Visa before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Malaysia eVISA |
| Fee | Visa fee RM 20 (IMI rate for unlisted countries) plus eVISA processing charge |
| Stay | Typically 30 days (single-entry eVISA) |
| Validity | Usually 3 months from issue |
| When to apply | Apply before travel; allow at least a few working days |
| Checked | From a reputable source, not yet verified on the official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Nigerian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Malaysia entry requirements.
Skip the form. $4.99 a traveller.
A NUM person files the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card on imigresen-online.imi.gov.my for everyone in your group. NUM’s fee is $4.99 and the form itself is free. You answer any eligibility questions yourself, the decision goes to your own email, and your passport details are deleted the moment it’s filed. NUM isn’t the government and can’t promise approval.
The details for a Nigerian passport.
Nigeria is on IMI's visa-required list, entry by air only. eVISA availability for Nigerians is per secondary sources.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond arrival (US, UK, Irish and German advice). You must exit on the same passport you entered with. Irish passport cards and German ID cards are not accepted.
Recent changes in Malaysia.
- 2025-07-17 — China-Malaysia mutual visa exemption took effect: 30 days per stay, max 90 days in any 180, for PRC and Malaysian ordinary passports.
- 2025 — Visa exemption for Indian nationals (30 days) runs until 31 Dec 2026.
The short answers.
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Yes. Nigerian citizens apply online for the Malaysia eVISA before travelling for stays of Typically 30 days (single-entry eVISA).
How much does it cost for Nigerian citizens?
Visa fee RM 20 (IMI rate for unlisted countries) plus eVISA processing charge. Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Nigerian citizens stay in Malaysia?
Typically 30 days (single-entry eVISA). Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Nigerian citizens apply?
Apply before travel; allow at least a few working days.
Where do Nigerian citizens apply?
On the official site, malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my. NUM links it and never charges for the link. If you’d rather not do the form, NUM can file it for you for $4.99 a traveller.
Does NUM issue Malaysia 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.