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Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Tajikistan. Fee: USD 20–50 (~USD 20–50). Processing: 5-7 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available for Nigerians. Tourist eVisa: USD 50 (~NGN 68,000) for 60-day single. GBAO (Gorno-Badakhshan) Permit needed separately (USD 20). Limited Nigerian flow.
Visa types: eVisa (Tourist 60 days, single entry); Tourist Visa (embassy multi-entry); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student Visa (some MBBS); Family; Transit; Diplomatic. GBAO Permit separate for Pamir region.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 60 days.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Online eVisa application; Digital photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking or invitation; Bank statement (USD 50/day); NIN; Yellow Fever cert (carried); For GBAO/Pamir: separate permit application (USD 20); For Student (MBBS): university admission letter + apostilled academic records + medical clearance + HIV test; Travel insurance recommended.
Visa types (1)
eVisa available for Nigerians. Tourist eVisa: USD 50 (~NGN 68,000) for 60-day single. GBAO (Gorno-Badakhshan) Permit needed separately (USD 20). Limited Nigerian flow.
Common rejection reasons
Common NG rejections: (1) MBBS university scrutiny — many Tajik universities not MDCN (Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria) recognized; (2) GBAO permit confusion; (3) Insufficient funds; (4) Onward Afghanistan/Iran travel concerns; (5) HIV test failure; (6) Apostille issues from MFA Nigeria; (7) Russian/Tajik language documentation; (8) 419 financial fraud screening.
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