Togo Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

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Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Togo. No visa fee. Processing: Instant (ECOWAS). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

ECOWAS member — VISA-FREE entry for Nigerians under ECOWAS Free Movement Protocol! No fee. Significant Nigerian business community in Lomé (banks, traders, Yoruba community). Lagos-Lomé road corridor very busy (via Cotonou, Benin). Yellow Fever MANDATORY.

Visa types: ECOWAS Free Movement (Tourist/Business/Work — Nigerians enter freely, stay 90 days, then Carte de Séjour); No tourist visa needed; Long-stay requires Carte de Séjour; Diplomatic/Official; Transit.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)FREE (ECOWAS Free Movement)

In USDUSD 0

In NGNNGN 0

Minimum bank balanceUSD 50/day recommended (general)

Stay & validity

Validity: Unlimited under ECOWAS Treaty. Max Stay: 90 days visa-free, then Carte de Séjour.

Extension possibleConditional

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

How to apply

MethodNo visa — ECOWAS at Lomé airport/land borders

Application centreOther

Processing timeInstant (ECOWAS)

AppointmentN/A

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Recommended

Return Ticket Recommended

Hotel Booking Recommended

Sponsor Doc No

Invitation Letter No

Vaccination Mandatory Yellow Fever (MANDATORY — carried)

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics No

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter No

Passport & photo

Passport validityValid (no specific minimum for ECOWAS)

Photo sizeNot required for entry

Required documents: Valid Nigerian Passport OR ECOWAS Travel Certificate; Yellow Fever certificate (MANDATORY — carried); NIN; ECOWAS Brown Card if driving (Lagos-Cotonou-Lomé route is heavy); Confirmed accommodation; Travel insurance recommended; Meningitis vaccine recommended; For long-stay: Carte de Séjour + employment proof.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single Free Instant (ECOWAS)

Common rejection reasons

Common NG entry issues (LOW rate under ECOWAS): (1) Yellow Fever cert essential at airport; (2) Long-stay requires Carte de Séjour; (3) French-language documentation; (4) Onward EU migration via Lomé port flagged for non-ECOWAS purposes; (5) Significant Nigerian Yoruba trader community well-established; (6) Lomé Port handles much Nigerian transit cargo; (7) Ecobank (Togo HQ, Nigerian-influenced) — banking sector ties; (8) CFA Franc exchange at borders.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Togo, 6 Abidjan Street, Wuse Zone 3, Abuja, Nigeria; eVisa also available

Phone+234 9 413 2200

Emailtogo.abuja@diplomatie.gouv.tg

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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

Togo visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

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

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Togo (Single entry). Apply via No visa — ECOWAS at Lomé airport/land borders.

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

There is no visa fee for Togo. An arrival card, tourist tax or service charge may still apply.

How long does it take to get a Togo visa?

Typical processing for a Togo visa is Instant (ECOWAS). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Togo on this visa?

A Togo visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: Unlimited under ECOWAS Treaty. Max Stay: 90 days visa-free, then Carte de Séjour.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Togo visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Togo visa via No visa — ECOWAS at Lomé airport/land borders. Your passport should be valid Valid (no specific minimum for ECOWAS).