Nigeria for citizens of Gambia

🔑 How to enter to Nigeria from Gambia

To enter Nigeria, Gambian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Nigeria, check whether your Gambian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Nigeria and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Gambian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Gambian passport.

✅ Requirements for Gambian citizens to visit Nigeria with tourist visa

• Gambian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Nigeria. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Gambian citizens on the territory of Nigeria is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Gambia require a visa to visit the Nigeria?

   Gambian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Nigeria.

2. What happens if a Gambian passport holder stays in Nigeria longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Nigeria is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Nigeria is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

3. Do citizens of Gambia need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Nigeria without a visa?

   Nigerian immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

4. What documents are required for Gambian citizens to enter Nigeria without a visa?

   Gambian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Nigeria.

5. Can Gambian work or study during the visa-free stay in Nigeria?

   The Nigeria visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Nigeria Gambian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.