Visa Types

Visa Types and Categories to Apply for Niger

You can realize your planned trip to Niger by obtaining a Niger visa. Foreign nationals can apply for Niger visas for business, tourism, and other reasons. Niger visas can be 1 month single entry and multiple entry with the validity of 3 and 6 months.

Niger Tourist Visa

Niger Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Niger for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for a Niger Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities.

 

Required Documents for Niger Tourist Visa

 

1. Application Form

  • Duly completed 2 application forms.

2. Two Photos

  • Two passport size photos in the white background
  • They must be stapled to the application forms

3. Passport and 2 Copies of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid
  • It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

  • Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
  • Proof of accommodation
    • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
    • Invitation letter from the host in Niger (in case of staying in the host’s house)
      • Copy of passport or national ID of the inviting person
      • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included

6. Proof of Financial Means

  • Bank statement
  • Statement of credit card
  • Traveller’s cheque
  • Debit or Credit Cards
  • Other

7. International Certificate of Vaccination

  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory

8. For Minors:

  • Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
  • Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is travelling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is travelling with one of them.

9. Medical Insurance

  • It should cover the whole period of the stay

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Niger Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a Niger Tourist Visa is 3-25 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Niger Tourist Visa Fee

Niger Tourist Visa fee is 50-110 USD for a single entry, 125-250 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Niger Tourist Visa?

You will apply for a Niger Tourist Visa in Niger visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Niger Business Visa

A Niger Business visa gives you the authorization to enter Niger and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities.

 

Required Documents for Niger Business Visa

 

1. Application Form

  • Duly completed 2 application forms.

2. Two Photos

  • Two passport size photos in the white background
  • They must be stapled to the application forms

3. Passport and 2 Copies of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid
  • It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

  • Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
  • Proof of accommodation
    • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
    • Invitation letter from the host in Niger (in case of staying in the host’s house)
      • Copy of passport or national ID of the inviting person
      • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included

6. Proof of Financial Means

  • Bank statement
  • Statement of credit card
  • Traveller’s cheque
  • Debit or Credit Cards
  • Other

7. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

  • Invitation letter from the company or organization in Niger
    • It must be on company letterhead
    • Address and phone number must be shown of the inviting person
  • Business cover letter from home country

8. International Certificate of Vaccination

  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory

9. Medical Insurance

  • It should cover the whole period of the stay

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Niger Business Visa

The average processing time for a Niger Business Visa is 3-25 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Niger Business Visa Fee

Niger Business Visa fee is 50-110 USD for a single entry, 125-250 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Niger Business Visa?

You will apply for a Niger Business Visa in Niger visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Niger Journalist Visa

Niger Journalist Visa is applied to those applicants who are planning to conduct journalist activities (interviews, news) or make films/movies.

 

Required Documents for Niger Journalist Visa

 

1. Application Form

  • Duly completed 2 application forms.

2. Two Photos

  • Two passport size photos in the white background
  • They must be stapled to the application forms

3. Passport and 2 Copies of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid
  • It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

  • Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
  • Proof of accommodation
    • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
    • Invitation letter from the host in Niger (in case of staying in the host’s house)
      • Copy of passport or national ID of the inviting person
      • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included

6. Proof of Financial Means

  • Bank statement
  • Statement of credit card
  • Traveller’s cheque
  • Debit or Credit Cards
  • Other

7. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

  • Request letter for filming authorization directly to Ministry of Communication of Niger by the name of the applicant. It should indicate:
    • Location of the activities
    • Duration of the visit
    • Purpose of shooting
    • Report

8. International Certificate of Vaccination

  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory

9. Medical Insurance

  • It should cover the whole period of the stay

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Niger Journalist Visa

The average processing time for a Niger Journalist Visa is 3-25 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Niger Journalist Visa Fee

Niger Journalist Visa fee is 50-110 USD for a single entry, 125-250 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Niger Journalist Visa?

You will apply for a Niger Journalist Visa in Niger visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa

Niger Diplomatic Visa applies to the head of states, diplomats, government top officials (their families) to realize diplomatic activities.

 

Required Documents for Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa

 

1. Application Form

  • Duly completed 2 application forms

2. Two Photos

  • Two passport size photos in the white background
  • They must be stapled to the application forms

3. Passport and 2 Copies of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid
  • It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

  • Note Verbale
    • It must be from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Mission order (copy)

6. International Certificate of Vaccination

  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory

7. Medical Insurance

  • It should cover the whole period of the stay

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa

The average processing time for a Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa is 3-25 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa Fee

Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa issued is free of charge.

 

Where to Apply for Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa?

You will apply for a Niger Diplomatic and Official Visa in Niger visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Niger Transit Visa

Foreign citizens who need a visa to enter Niger are able to transit through Niger without a visa for up to 24 hours, but only if they remain within the airport transfer lounge. To transit in Niger for longer periods and to be able to leave the airport lounge, it will be necessary to hold an approved visa for the country. Nationals from the following countries are eligible to transit without a visa only if they proceed with the same aircraft:

 

Albania

Armenia

Niger

Belarus

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bulgaria

China

Croatia

Czech Republic

Georgia

Hungary

Kazakhstan

North Korea

Kyrgyzstan

Moldova

Mongolia

North Macedonia

Poland

Portugal

Romania

Russia

Slovakia

Slovenia

South Africa

Tajikistan

Turkmenistan

Ukraine

Uzbekistan

Vietnam

 

 

Required Documents for Niger Transit Visa

 

1. Application Form

  • Duly completed 2 application forms.

2. Two Photos

  • Two passport size photos in the white background
  • They must be stapled to the application forms

3. Passport and 2 Copies of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid
  • It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

  • Copy of onward flight ticket reservation
  • Proof of accommodation (if any)
    • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
    • Invitation letter from the host in Niger (in case of staying in the host’s house)
      • Copy of passport or national ID of the inviting person
      • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included

6. Proof of Financial Means

  • Bank statement
  • Statement of credit card
  • Traveller’s cheque
  • Debit or Credit Cards
  • Other

7. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

  • Visa for the destination country (if any)
  • If the applicant doesn’t need a visa for the destination country:
    • Entry authorization
      • Documents confirming the purpose of the visit
      • Hotel reservation
      • Invitation letter

8. International Certificate of Vaccination

  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory

9. Medical Insurance

  • It should cover the whole period of the stay

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Niger Transit Visa

The average processing time for a Niger Transit Visa is 3-25 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Niger Transit Visa Fee

Niger Transit Visa fee is 50-110 USD for a single entry, 125-250 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Niger Transit Visa?

You will apply for a Niger Transit Visa in Niger visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

FAQ

When should I apply for a Niger visa?

Approximately 1-2 months before the travel date to Niger is considered the best time to apply for Niger Visa.

Will my fees be refunded if my visa is rejected?

All fees are non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa application is not successful.

Is it compulsory to submit a Yellow Fever Certificate?

Yes, it is. You should submit an International Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination to get a Niger Visa.

I am from a country whose citizens do not need a visa to enter Niger. Can I experience any problems at the border, while entering Niger?

You must meet certain requirements to enter Niger, even if you are not required a visa:

  • The purpose of your trip to Niger must be plausible and comprehensible.
  • Your passport should be valid 
  • You must be able to finance your own living and travel costs.
  • You must hold a confirmed return flight to prove that you are prepared to leave Niger before the duration of the permitted stay ends.
  • You must not pose a threat to security or public order.

It is possible to get a visa sooner than the expected processing time?

Yes. Rush service is available. However, you will be charged additionally for this service.

What is the local currency in Niger?

West African CFA Franc is the local currency in Niger. 100 USD equals approximately 54,091 West African CFA Franc.