Visa requirements by country
Complete guide to visa application requirements, documents, fees, and processing times for popular destinations from Nigeria.
Please note: Lane does not process or issue visas. This information is provided as a general guide only. Visa requirements, fees, and processing times can change without notice. Always verify current requirements with the official embassy or consulate of your destination country before applying.
United Kingdom
Standard Visitor Visa
Processing Time
2-3 weeks
Visa Fee
£115 (6-month) / £399 (2-year)
Required documents
Valid Nigerian passport (6+ months validity)
Completed online visa application form
Passport-sized photograph (white background)
Proof of funds (bank statements for last 6 months)
Letter of employment or study
Accommodation details in the UK
Travel itinerary and return ticket
Tuberculosis test result (from approved clinic)
Application steps
Apply online at gov.uk/standard-visitor
Pay the visa fee online
Book an appointment at the TLScontact centre in Lagos or Abuja
Attend the appointment with your documents and biometrics
Wait for processing and collect your passport
United States
B1/B2 Visitor Visa
Processing Time
2-8 weeks (interview wait may vary)
Visa Fee
$185
Required documents
Valid Nigerian passport (6+ months validity)
DS-160 confirmation page
Visa fee payment receipt
Appointment confirmation
Passport-sized photograph (per US specs)
Proof of funds and employment
Ties to Nigeria (property, family, business)
Previous travel history (if any)
Application steps
Complete the DS-160 form online at ceac.state.gov
Pay the visa fee at a GTBank branch
Schedule an interview appointment at the US Embassy in Abuja or Consulate in Lagos
Attend the interview with all documents
If approved, wait 3-5 business days for passport pickup
Schengen Area
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Processing Time
2-3 weeks
Visa Fee
EUR 80
Required documents
Valid Nigerian passport (6+ months validity, 2+ blank pages)
Completed Schengen visa application form
2 passport-sized photographs (35x45mm, white background)
Travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage)
Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation)
Flight reservation (not paid ticket)
Bank statements (last 3-6 months)
Employment letter and payslips
Cover letter explaining your trip purpose
Application steps
Determine which Schengen embassy to apply at (main destination)
Complete the application form and gather documents
Book an appointment at the relevant embassy/visa centre
Submit application and biometrics in person
Wait for processing (typically 10-15 calendar days)
UAE (Dubai)
Tourist Visa / e-Visa
Processing Time
1-3 business days
Visa Fee
$90-$120 (30-day tourist)
Required documents
Valid Nigerian passport (6+ months validity)
Passport-sized photograph (white background)
Confirmed return flight ticket
Hotel booking or sponsor letter
Visa application form (via airline or travel agency)
Application steps
Apply through a UAE-based airline (Emirates, Etihad) or travel agency
Submit passport copy, photo, and flight/hotel details
Pay the visa fee
Receive e-visa via email within 1-3 days
Travel with printed e-visa and supporting documents
Canada
Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident)
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
Visa Fee
CAD $100
Required documents
Valid Nigerian passport (6+ months validity)
Completed online application (IRCC website)
Passport-sized photographs
Proof of funds (bank statements)
Letter of invitation (if visiting family/friends)
Employment letter and payslips
Travel itinerary
Medical exam (if required)
Application steps
Apply online at the IRCC website
Pay the visa fee and biometrics fee
Submit biometrics at the VFS Global centre in Lagos or Abuja
Wait for processing and receive passport request if approved
Submit passport for visa stamping
Kenya
e-Visa
Processing Time
3-5 business days
Visa Fee
$51
Required documents
Valid Nigerian passport (6+ months validity)
Passport-sized photograph
Return flight ticket
Hotel booking or invitation letter
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Application steps
Apply online at evisa.go.ke
Upload documents and photo
Pay the visa fee online
Receive e-visa via email within 3-5 days
Print and carry the e-visa with your passport