Spain Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

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Single entry ApprovalLow Transit visaYes

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Spain. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15-21 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~NGN 132,000). Apply via BLS International Abuja/Lagos. Spain has significant Nigerian community (~50K — Madrid, Barcelona, Murcia regions). MAJOR Mediterranean migration corridor concerns (Strait of Gibraltar, Canary Islands).

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Spanish National D (>90 days): Work (Highly Qualified, Salaried), Study, Family Reunification, Non-Lucrative (passive income), Digital Nomad (EUR 2,646/month), Agricultural Worker quota (limited Nigerian route), Golden Visa (under reform).

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In NGNNGN 134,640

Minimum bank balance~USD 124 (EUR 113)

Service feeBLS service fee: USD 20-30 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90 days within 180-day period.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodBLS International Abuja/Lagos (Spanish Embassy)

Application centreBLS International

Processing time15-21 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 100/day for first 10 days then EUR 113/extra day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Carta de Invitación)

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever (carried)

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online Schengen application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation / Carta de Invitación (notarized invitation); Bank statement (3-6 months); Employment letter; ITR; NIN; Yellow Fever cert (carried); Biometrics at BLS Abuja/Lagos.

Visa types (2)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-21 working days

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 97.2) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Nigerian passport holders changing planes airside at an airport in Spain en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into Spain or the Schengen Area.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Nigerians (~60-70%): (1) Insufficient funds — Spain has specific EUR 113/day minimum; (2) Weak ties to Nigeria; (3) Family ties in Spain (~50K Nigerian diaspora) raise migration flags; (4) Past Schengen overstays; (5) Asylum-claim history; (6) Mediterranean migration corridor — Strait of Gibraltar + Canary Islands (Atlantic route) are MAJOR Nigerian migration corridors; (7) Ceuta/Melilla enclave migration attempts documented; (8) Carta de Invitación not properly notarized; (9) Inadequate insurance; (10) Restaurant/hospitality sector migration concerns; (11) 419 document forgery screening; (12) Edo state female applicants — sex trafficking screening.

Good to know

Spain visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

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

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Spain (Single entry). Apply via BLS International Abuja/Lagos (Spanish Embassy).

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

The Spain visa fee is USD 99 (about NGN 134,640). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Spain visa?

Typical processing for a Spain visa is 15-21 working days. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Spain on this visa?

A Spain visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90 days within 180-day period.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Spain visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Spain visa via BLS International Abuja/Lagos (Spanish Embassy). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.