Italy 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 Italy. 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 VFS Global Abuja/Lagos. Italy has MASSIVE Nigerian diaspora (~150,000 — one of largest in EU, mostly in Veneto, Lombardy, Campania regions). Decreto Flussi quota popular.

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Italian National D (>90 days): Work (Decreto Flussi quota — POPULAR for Nigerian agricultural/dairy/hospitality workers), Study, Family Reunification, Self-Employment, Investor, Elective Residence. Decreto Flussi 2024-2026 includes Nigerian quota.

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. 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

MethodVFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Italian Embassy Abuja direct)

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 (Dichiarazione di Ospitalità)

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 / Dichiarazione di Ospitalità (sponsor); 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

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

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Nigerians (~60-70% — among highest in EU): (1) Italy has LARGEST Nigerian community in EU (~150,000) — family ties raise migration flags significantly; (2) Insufficient funds; (3) Weak ties to Nigeria; (4) Decreto Flussi work visa fraud history affects assessment; (5) Past Schengen overstays in Italy; (6) Inconsistent itinerary; (7) Tourism cluster patterns flagged; (8) Family sponsor's residence status verified strictly; (9) Sex trafficking concerns — female applicants face anti-trafficking screening (Nigerian/Edo state mafia trafficking ring documented); (10) 419 document forgery screening; (11) Mediterranean migration crisis (Libya-Italy) affects all Nigerian Schengen applications.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Italy, 12 Lake Maracaibo Close, Off Lake Chad Crescent, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria

Phone+234 9 461 3100

Emailsegreteria.abuja@esteri.it

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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

Italy visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

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

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Italy (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Italian Embassy Abuja direct).

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

The Italy 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 Italy visa?

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

How long can I stay in Italy on this visa?

A Italy 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 Italy visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Italy visa via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Italian Embassy Abuja direct). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.