France 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 France. 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 via France-Visas portal. Fee: EUR 90 (~NGN 132,000). Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos. France has significant Nigerian community (~150,000 — mostly in Paris, Marseille, Lyon).

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; French National D (>90 days): Work (Talent Passport — popular for Nigerian skilled), Study, Family, Visiteur (no work), Au Pair. Long-stay visa = automatic residence permit.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In NGNNGN 134,640

Minimum bank balance~USD 55/day (EUR 50)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.

Extension possibleConditional

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

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Abuja/Lagos (French Consulate Lagos)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15-21 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 50/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Attestation d'accueil)

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 France-Visas application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation / Attestation d'accueil (sponsor invitation); Bank statement (3-6 months); Employment letter; ITR; NIN; Yellow Fever cert (carried); Biometrics at VFS Abuja/Lagos.

Visa types (2)

Tourist ★

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

Schengen Type C visa via France-Visas portal. Fee: EUR 90 (~NGN 132,000). Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos. France has significant Nigerian community (~150,000 — mostly in Paris, Marseille, Lyon).

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 France en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into France or the Schengen Area.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Nigerians (~50-55%): (1) Insufficient funds; (2) Weak ties to Nigeria; (3) Doubtful intent to return; (4) Nigerian applicants face additional scrutiny due to historical asylum claims (~150K Nigerian diaspora in France — significant in former Francophone Africa pattern); (5) Inadequate insurance; (6) Inconsistent itinerary; (7) Past Schengen overstays; (8) Asylum claim history affects family members; (9) 419 document forgery screening; (10) Documents not properly apostilled by Federal MoFA Nigeria; (11) Igbo/Edo state applicants face additional scrutiny.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of France, 32 Udi Hills Street, Off Aso Drive, Maitama Heights, Abuja, Nigeria (visa intake via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos)

Phonevia VFS Abuja: +234 9 461 4123

Emailinfo.ngsch@vfshelpline.com

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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

ConfidenceHigh

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

France visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

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

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for France (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (French Consulate Lagos).

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

The France 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 France visa?

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

How long can I stay in France on this visa?

A France visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a France visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your France visa via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (French Consulate Lagos). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.