Argentina Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

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Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Argentina. Fee: USD 200 (~USD 200). Processing: 4-8 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

AVE (Electronic Travel Authorization) AVAILABLE for Nigerians since 2024 with valid US visa — USD 200. Otherwise full tourist visa via Argentine Embassy Abuja (direct mission). Fee: USD 200 (~NGN 272,000).

Visa types: AVE eTA (for valid US B1/B2 visa holders); Tourist Visa (90 days); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student Visa; Family Reunification; Transit; Diplomatic.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 200 (Tourist, single entry)

In USDUSD 200

In NGNNGN 272,000

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 3 months from issue (entry). Max Stay: 90 days, extendable once for 90 more days.

Extension possibleYes

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + deportation; possible MERCOSUR-wide entry ban

How to apply

MethodArgentine Embassy Abuja (direct mission) / AVE online (with US visa)

Application centreMixed

Processing time4-8 weeks

AppointmentConditional · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day, 6 months)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (Business)

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever (carried)

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance Yes

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size40 × 40 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Visa application form (Spanish/English); 2 photos; Round-trip ticket; Hotel reservations covering whole stay; Bank statement (6 months, USD 100/day); Employment letter / business registration; ITR (2 years); NIN; Police clearance; For Business: Argentine company invitation legalized; Yellow Fever cert (carried).

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single USD 200 (~USD 200) 4-8 weeks

Common rejection reasons

Common NG rejections: (1) AVE route requires valid US visa — preferred path; (2) Very high visa fee + travel cost (NGN 272K+ for visa alone post-devaluation); (3) Spanish-language documentation issues; (4) Migration concerns (Argentina relatively easy path to residency, target for Nigerian migrants); (5) Weak South America itinerary justification; (6) Past US visa refusals carry over; (7) 419 financial documentation scrutiny.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Argentina, No. 81A Hassan Usman Katsina Crescent, Asokoro, Abuja, Nigeria

Phone+234 9 413 5151

Emailenige@mrecic.gov.ar

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Argentina visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Argentina with a Nigeria passport?

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Argentina (Single entry). Apply via Argentine Embassy Abuja (direct mission) / AVE online (with US visa).

How much does a Argentina visa cost for Nigeria passport holders?

The Argentina visa fee is USD 200 (about NGN 272,000). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Argentina visa?

Typical processing for a Argentina visa is 4-8 weeks. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Argentina on this visa?

A Argentina visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 3 months from issue (entry). Max Stay: 90 days, extendable once for 90 more days.. Extensions may be possible (Yes).

How do I apply for a Argentina visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Argentina visa via Argentine Embassy Abuja (direct mission) / AVE online (with US visa). Your passport should be valid 6+ months.