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Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Niger. Fee: USD 75 (~USD 75). Processing: Variable. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
Niger withdrew from ECOWAS Jan 2025 (joined AES with Mali, Burkina Faso post-July 2023 coup). DFA Level 3 advisory. Yellow Fever MANDATORY. Embassy-only visa.
Visa types: Tourist Visa (if available); Business Visa (mining/uranium sector); Work Visa; Student; Family; Transit; Diplomatic. Wagner/Africa Corps presence affects diplomatic services.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-90 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 Filipino Passport (6+ months); Application form (French); 2 photos; Yellow Fever certificate (MANDATORY); Meningitis vaccine recommended; Travel insurance covering conflict zone; Cash USD/CFA Franc; Confirmed accommodation; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; For Business/Work: Nigerien entity invitation + MoFA approval.
Visa types (1)
Niger withdrew from ECOWAS Jan 2025 (joined AES with Mali, Burkina Faso post-July 2023 coup). DFA Level 3 advisory. Yellow Fever MANDATORY. Embassy-only visa.
Common rejection reasons
Common PH rejections: (1) DFA Level 3 advisory; (2) Active Sahel security crisis (JNIM/ISWAP/ISGS); (3) Missing Yellow Fever cert; (4) French-language documentation; (5) Wagner/Africa Corps presence; (6) Onward Mediterranean migration via Niger-Libya is documented corridor; (7) AES diplomatic alignment with Russia.
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