List of countries offering eVisa to Nigerians in 2026

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Nigerian passport holders can travel to a number of countries by applying for a visa electronically instead of visiting an embassy or submitting a traditional paper visa application.

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An eVisa is generally an electronic travel document that is applied for online before travelling. However, requirements, processing times, fees and permitted length of stay vary from one country to another.

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According to current passport and visa data, Nigerians have access to dozens of destinations offering eVisa or online visa facilities. Passport Index currently lists countries including Djibouti, Ecuador and El Salvador among destinations offering eVisa access to Nigerian passport holders.

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Below are some destinations Nigerians can consider when looking for an online visa route.

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1. South Africa

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South Africa operates an online eVisa system through its Department of Home Affairs.

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Applicants can create a profile, complete the application online, upload supporting documents and make payment electronically.

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The South African government says the eVisa is an electronic document linked to the traveller’s passport and serves as an alternative to obtaining a traditional visa through an embassy or consulate.

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Applicants using the online system must meet the country’s eligibility requirements and use designated airports for the eVisa programme.

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2. Rwanda

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Rwanda allows travellers to apply for visas online through its immigration system.

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The country’s Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration says foreigners can apply for a visitor visa online, at an immigration office or through a Rwandan diplomatic mission.

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Rwanda also allows nationals of all countries to obtain visas on arrival, while certain nationalities—including Nigerians—benefit from visa-fee waivers under the country’s arrangements for African Union, Commonwealth and La Francophonie members.

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For Nigerians specifically, Rwanda has confirmed that the country has long provided a 30-day visa-free arrangement to Nigerian citizens. Therefore, Nigerians travelling to Rwanda generally do not need to apply for an eVisa for a short visit.

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3. Djibouti

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Djibouti is another destination listed as offering eVisa access to Nigerian passport holders.

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Passport Index currently lists Djibouti as offering both an eVisa and visa-on-arrival option for Nigerians.

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Travellers should check the Djiboutian authorities’ current requirements before applying, including passport validity, supporting documents and permitted duration of stay.

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4. Ecuador

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Ecuador is listed among countries offering an electronic visa route to Nigerian passport holders.

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Current passport information lists Ecuador as an eVisa destination for Nigerians.

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However, an online visa application does not mean automatic approval. Applicants must satisfy the country’s immigration requirements before travelling.

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5. El Salvador

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Nigerian passport holders can also use an electronic visa route for El Salvador, according to current passport information.

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Passport Index lists El Salvador as an eVisa destination for Nigerians.

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Travellers should confirm the current application requirements and whether additional documents or approvals are required before booking a flight.

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6. Equatorial Guinea

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Equatorial Guinea is another African destination listed as offering an eVisa facility to Nigerian citizens.

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The electronic application route can reduce the need for applicants to begin the process through a traditional embassy application.

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Applicants should nevertheless confirm the current entry conditions before travelling because visa rules can change.

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7. Cambodia

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Cambodia is among the Asian destinations where Nigerian passport holders can access an electronic visa route.

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Current 2026 passport information lists Cambodia as an eVisa destination for Nigerians, with a stay of up to 30 days indicated for the eVisa category.

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The eVisa should be obtained before travelling and presented according to Cambodia’s entry requirements.

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8. Malaysia

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Malaysia is also listed among destinations providing an electronic visa facility to Nigerian passport holders.

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Current visa data lists Malaysia under the eVisa category for Nigerians, with a 14-day stay indicated.

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Travellers should check the latest Malaysian immigration requirements before submitting an application.

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9. Qatar

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Nigerian passport holders are also listed as eligible for an online visa route to Qatar.

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Current passport data places Qatar among destinations offering eVisa access to Nigerians.

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Applicants should confirm the appropriate visa category and supporting requirements before making travel arrangements.

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10. United Arab Emirates

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The United Arab Emirates offers electronic visa application routes for eligible foreign travellers, although the exact process depends on the applicant’s circumstances and visa category.

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Nigerian travellers should pay particular attention to the applicable eligibility conditions because UAE entry-visa rules differ according to nationality, visa type and other circumstances.

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The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security continues to update its entry-visa eligibility framework.

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11. Australia

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Australia operates an electronic visa system, although Nigerians should not assume that an online application means an automatic or simplified approval.

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Current Nigerian passport visa data lists Australia among destinations with an electronic visa/online authorisation route.

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Applicants must meet Australia’s immigration requirements and provide the documents requested during the application process.

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12. Albania

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Albania is another European destination listed as offering an eVisa route to Nigerian passport holders.

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This can be particularly useful for Nigerians looking for destinations where the visa application process can be initiated electronically rather than through a traditional paper application.

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13. Serbia

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Serbia is also listed among European destinations offering an eVisa route for Nigerian citizens.

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Applicants should verify the latest Serbian entry rules before making travel arrangements.

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14. Moldova

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Moldova is another European destination included in current eVisa listings for Nigerian passport holders.

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The electronic application process means eligible applicants can begin the visa process online.

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15. Bahrain

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Bahrain is among the Middle Eastern destinations listed as offering an eVisa facility to Nigerian passport holders.

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Travellers should check the official Bahraini immigration portal for the applicable visa category, fees and documentation.

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Other countries offering online visa routes

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Current 2026 passport data also lists several other destinations where Nigerians can access eVisa or electronic visa facilities, including:

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Angola
Botswana
Burundi
Democratic Republic of Congo
Ethiopia
Gabon
Madagascar
Malawi
Mauritania
Namibia
São Tomé and Príncipe
Somalia
South Sudan
Tanzania
Uganda
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Bhutan
Indonesia
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Oman
Pakistan
Singapore
South Korea
Thailand
Vietnam
Antigua and Barbuda
Bahamas
Nicaragua
Trinidad and Tobago
Bolivia
Chile
Colombia
Guyana
Suriname
Venezuela

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The precise classification varies by source because some countries use an eVisa, while others use an electronic travel authorisation or an online application followed by another stage of processing. Current visa databases therefore produce slightly different totals. One current database, for example, lists 56 eVisa destinations for Nigerian passport holders, while another lists 60.

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What Nigerians should know before applying

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An eVisa does not mean visa-free entry.

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Instead, it means the traveller can apply electronically before the journey, rather than necessarily visiting an embassy to submit a traditional visa application.

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