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Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Nigeria. Fee: USD 160 (~USD 160). Processing: 5-10 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available for Filipinos. Tourist eVisa: USD 160 (~PHP 9,760) for 30-day single. Yellow Fever MANDATORY. Some Filipino oil/services workforce in Nigeria.
Visa types: eVisa (Tourist 30/90 days); Visa-on-Arrival (with prior approval); Tourist Visa (embassy multi-entry); Business Visa; Work Visa (oil/gas sector — DMW-regulated); STR (Subject To Regularization for residency); Student Visa; Family; Transit; Diplomatic.
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 passport (6+ months); Online eVisa application; Digital photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking + invitation; Bank statement (USD 100/day); Yellow Fever certificate (MANDATORY); Travel insurance; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; For Business: Nigerian entity invitation + CAC docs; For Work: DMW verification + OEC + corporate sponsorship.
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eVisa available for Filipinos. Tourist eVisa: USD 160 (~PHP 9,760) for 30-day single. Yellow Fever MANDATORY. Some Filipino oil/services workforce in Nigeria.
Common rejection reasons
Common PH rejections: (1) Yellow Fever cert verification; (2) 419-style scam screening (Nigeria scam reputation affects visa applicants from elsewhere); (3) Oil sector work scrutiny; (4) Boko Haram/ISWAP region restrictions; (5) Direct embassy in Manila; (6) DMW certification required for OFW; (7) Lagos vs Abuja itinerary justification.
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