Dominican Republic Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

Nigeriapassport Dominican Republicdestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Dominican Republic. Fee: USD 65–150 (~USD 65–150). Processing: 4-6 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Nigerians require visa. Fee: USD 65 (~NGN 88,400) for Tourist Card variant; full visa USD 150. Apply via DR Embassy via Brazil. Tourist Card available on arrival for some nationalities (Nigeria NOT included — requires visa).

Visa types: Tourist Visa (single/multi-entry); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student Visa; Family Visa; Transit; Diplomatic. Tourist Card not available for Nigerians — full consular visa required.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 65 (Tourist Card variant) / USD 150 (visa)

In USDUSD 65

In NGNNGN 88,400

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 60 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-60 days, extendable in-country.

Extension possibleYes

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodEmbassy via Brazil

Application centreEmbassy

Processing time4-6 weeks

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (3 months, USD 100/day)

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 size35 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages); Application form; 2 photos; Return ticket; Hotel booking covering whole stay; Bank statement (3 months, USD 100/day); Employment letter; ITR; Police clearance; Travel insurance; Yellow Fever cert (carried); NIN; For Business: DR company invitation.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single USD 65–150 (~USD 65–150) 4-6 weeks

Common rejection reasons

Common NG rejections: (1) Migration concerns (DR to US corridor); (2) High travel cost — funds proof essential; (3) Limited Nigeria-DR tourism flow; (4) Spanish-language document issues; (5) Inadequate purpose justification; (6) Drug-corridor screening; (7) 419 financial fraud screening.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of the Dominican Republic — accredited via Madrid

Phonevia Madrid: +34 91 431 5395

Emailvia Madrid: embajada.madrid@mirex.gob.do

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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

Dominican Republic visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Dominican Republic with a Nigeria passport?

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Dominican Republic (Single entry). Apply via Embassy via Brazil.

How much does a Dominican Republic visa cost for Nigeria passport holders?

The Dominican Republic visa fee is USD 65 (about NGN 88,400). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Dominican Republic visa?

Typical processing for a Dominican Republic visa is 4-6 weeks. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Dominican Republic on this visa?

A Dominican Republic visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 60 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-60 days, extendable in-country.. Extensions may be possible (Yes).

How do I apply for a Dominican Republic visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Dominican Republic visa via Embassy via Brazil. An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 6+ months.