For citizens and residents of Australia planning a trip to Nigeria, the visa application process is a coordinated effort between the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigeria High Commission in Canberra. Australia serves as the diplomatic hub for several nations in the Oceania region, making this mission a primary point for visa processing.

How to Apply for Nigeria Visa in Australia: Embassy Addresses and Direct Contacts

Securing a visa to Nigeria from Australia involves an online application followed by a physical or mail-in submission to the High Commission in Canberra. Whether you are traveling for leisure, business, or specialized work, adhering to the specific requirements of the mission ensures a smooth approval process.

Official Nigeria High Commission Contact Information in Australia

The Nigeria High Commission in Canberra handles all consular and immigration matters for Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and Vanuatu.

• Physical Address: 26 Guilfoyle Street, Yarralumla, ACT 2600, Australia.
• Phone Contact: +61 (02) 6215 8500
• Consular Hours: Monday – Wednesday (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM).
• Official Website: nigeria-can.org.au
• Email: chancery@nigeria-can.org.au

Nigeria Visa Options for Australian Citizens

Most applicants from Australia fall into one of the following evergreen categories:

• Tourist Visa: For individuals visiting for vacations, sightseeing, or visiting family.
• Business Visa: For professionals attending meetings, conferences, or exploring trade opportunities.
• Temporary Work Permit (TWP): For experts invited to Nigeria for short-term specialized projects or equipment installation.
• STR Visa (Subject to Regularization): For individuals who have secured long-term employment within a Nigerian organization.

How to Apply for Nigeria Visa in Australia | FEE

• Single Entry Visa refers to a type of visa that allows a traveler to enter Nigeria only once during the validity period of the visa.
  • Fee: $141
• Multiple Entry Visa is a visa type that allows a traveler to enter and exit Nigeria several times within the validity period of the visa.
  • Fee: $141
• Temporary Work Permit (TWP) is a short-term work visa issued by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to allow foreign nationals (expatriates) to enter Nigeria for specialized (e.g: Medical Doctors, Engineers), technical, or professional assignments that do not involve long-term employment.
  • Fee: $141
• The Subject to Regularization (STR) Visa is a long-term employment visa issued by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to foreign nationals who have secured a job, employment contract, or long-term assignment in Nigeria. It is the correct visa for expatriates who will live and work in Nigeria, receiving a salary or employment benefits from a Nigerian employer. NOTE: The STR Visa, historically used as a gateway for long-term employment in Nigeria, is now being largely replaced by a digital process with the introduction of e-CERPAC. Rather than entering with an STR visa and then regularizing manually, companies now apply for the residence permit directly via the e-CERPAC portal, using the new Expatriate Administration System (EAS). This reform simplifies the immigration regularization journey, increases transparency, and reduces paperwork.
  • Fee: $141
• eVisa (Formerly Visa on Arrival Online): The Nigeria eVisa (formerly Visa on Arrival) is a fast, convenient, and fully electronic entry system that allows eligible travelers to obtain visa approval online before traveling and collect their visa at the airport. It is designed for business visitors, expatriates on short visits, and investors who need quick access to Nigeria without embassy processing to allow to stay for maximum of 30 days in NIgeria.
  • Fee: Click Here to check the Current eVisa Fee
• eTWP (Online Temporal Work Permit Visa): The eTWP is a short-term work visa issued by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) for foreign nationals entering Nigeria to carry out specialized, project-based, or technical assignments. It is not a long-term employment visa.
  • Fee: Click Here to check the Current eVisa Fee