NigeriaFamily
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Spouses of Nigerian citizens qualify, in line with Section 37(10) of the Immigration Act 2015.
Purpose: A type of visa issued to spouses of Nigerian Citizens, in line with the provision of Section 37 (10) of Immigration Act 2015.
The sponsor must be a Nigerian citizen; this route is for the spouse of a Nigerian citizen. A copy of the sponsoring Nigerian citizen's valid identification (e.g. national ID or passport) is required.
Eligibility: Spouse of Nigerian Citizens.
Requirements: Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity) Passport size photo Attested Marriage Certificate Copy of the sponsoring Nigerian citizen’s valid identification (e.g., National ID, Passport) Evidence of stable residence in Nigeria (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement) Police Clearance Certificate • Steps to obtain Gather Documentation. Apply online (embassy). Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees. Obtain Visa.
An attested marriage certificate and a copy of the sponsoring Nigerian citizen's valid identification (e.g. national ID or passport) are required. The application also requires a valid passport (not less than 6 months validity), a passport-size photo, evidence of stable residence in Nigeria (e.g. utility bill, lease agreement) and a police clearance certificate.
Requirements: Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity) Passport size photo Attested Marriage Certificate Copy of the sponsoring Nigerian citizen’s valid identification (e.g., National ID, Passport) Evidence of stable residence in Nigeria (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement) Police Clearance Certificate • Steps to obtain Gather Documentation. Apply online (embassy). Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees. Obtain Visa.
Evidence of stable residence in Nigeria (e.g. utility bill, lease agreement) is required. The official source does not state a financial, insurance or maintenance requirement.
Evidence of stable residence in Nigeria (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement)
Applicants apply online (embassy), submit the visa requirements and pay the visa fees, then obtain the visa. The visa is valid for 90 days from issuance and extension is not applicable; the stay is 4 years with multiple entry (residence permit). No employment is permitted, the holder may reside in Nigeria only, and family or group applications are not available. The official source does not state a path to independent or longer-term status.
Validity: 90 days from issuance. Extendable: Not applicable. Stay duration: 4 years. Multiple entry (Residence permit) Restrictions: No employment. To reside in Nigeria only. Family/Group Applications: No.
Requirements: Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity) Passport size photo Attested Marriage Certificate Copy of the sponsoring Nigerian citizen’s valid identification (e.g., National ID, Passport) Evidence of stable residence in Nigeria (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement) Police Clearance Certificate • Steps to obtain Gather Documentation. Apply online (embassy). Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees. Obtain Visa.
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