🌟 Travel Visa
Nigeria Visa Services in Chicago
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
STR Business Visa
TWP Business Visa
eVisa
Nigeria visa applications are submitted online through the Nigerian Immigration Service portal, with the consulate fee paid by credit card at submission. We complete both the online application and the supplemental form with you, verify every document against the current requirements, and manage the process from our Chicago office. Choose your visa type above to see what to bring.
✨ In short
Documents to bring
Bring these to our office or include them in your mail-in package. We cross-check everything against the current consulate requirements before submission — nothing goes out with a missing or deficient document.
ℹ️ Both the online application and the supplemental form must be completed, printed, and signed before your package is submitted.
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Nigerian Immigration Service Portal
All Nigeria visa applications are submitted here. The consulate fee is paid by credit card at the time of submission.
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
STR Business Visa
TWP Business Visa
eVisa
1
Online application + supplemental form
Both must be completed online, printed, and signed before submission.
2
Valid U.S. passport
Original, undamaged, with at least one blank visa page.
Signed and valid for at least six months past your departure date.
3
Invitation letter from Nigeria
From a company or individual host in Nigeria, stating your accommodation address.
Must include the phrase "accepting full immigration responsibility."
Must include a copy of the host's passport or government-issued ID.
4
Flight itinerary
A confirmed round-trip ticket or booking confirmation showing entry and exit dates.
5
Visa photo
2x2 inches, plain white background, full face, taken within the last month. We take photos at our office.
6
Supplemental application form
Complete, print and sign the supplemental form and include it with your package.
1
Online application + supplemental form
Both must be completed online, printed, and signed before submission.
2
Valid U.S. passport
Original, undamaged, with at least one blank visa page, signed and valid six months past departure.
3
Business letter from your U.S. employer
On company letterhead — must be an official appointment or employment letter.
Must include your salary. The consulate expects the amount to reflect a substantial professional income.
4
Invitation letter from your Nigerian host
On official company letterhead, stating the purpose of your visit and the expected duration.
5
Flight itinerary
A confirmed round-trip ticket or booking confirmation showing entry and exit dates.
6
Visa photo
2x2 inches, plain white background, full face, taken within the last month.
1
Online application + supplemental form
Both must be completed online, printed, and signed before submission.
2
Valid U.S. passport
Original, undamaged, with at least one blank visa page, signed and valid six months past departure.
3
Expatriate Quota approval
Your Nigerian employer must have obtained an approved Expatriate Quota before the STR visa can be issued.
The STR visa lets you enter Nigeria and complete your work permit process in-country after arrival.
4
Four visa photos
2x2 inches, plain white background, taken within the last month. We take photos at our office.
1
Online application + supplemental form
Both must be completed online, printed, and signed before submission.
2
Valid U.S. passport
Original, undamaged, with at least one blank visa page, signed and valid six months past departure.
3
TWP approval from Nigeria
Pre-approved authorization from the Nigerian government is required before this visa can be issued.
Bring the approval document to our office along with your passport.
4
Visa photo
2x2 inches, plain white background, full face, taken within the last month.
⚡ No passport submission required
1
Online eVisa application
Applied through the Nigerian Immigration Service portal. We complete the entire application for you.
The eVisa is emailed to you — no passport drop-off needed. Print it and carry it when you travel.
2
Valid U.S. passport scan
A clear color scan or photo of your passport bio/data page.
Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended travel date.
3
Passport photo
A recent digital passport-style photo — white background, full face, no glasses, taken within the last month.
4
Flight itinerary
A confirmed round-trip booking showing your entry and exit dates from Nigeria.
5
Invitation or hotel booking
Either an invitation letter from a host in Nigeria or a confirmed hotel reservation for the duration of your stay.
6
Processing time
Nigeria eVisa typically takes 2 to 5 business days.
No FedEx required — the approved eVisa is delivered to your email. Print it before you fly.
💳 Pricing
Fees and processing times
Your total is the Nigerian consulate fee plus our service fee plus optional FedEx return. The consulate fee is paid separately by credit card when you submit the online application.
ℹ️ Consulate fee is paid online by credit card at the time of application submission — not collected by our office.
Consulate fee
Paid online by credit card
30 days, single entry$420
5 year, multiple entry
Subject to availability — call to confirm
eVisa (tourism / business)Varies
Our service fee
Sameday Passport & Visa
Regular, 10 to 14 days$199
Rush, 5 to 7 days$249
eVisa, 2 to 5 days$145
FedEx return
🖱 Tap to pick
For sticker visa only. eVisa is emailed — no FedEx needed.
Priority overnight
Next business day
$38
First overnight
Delivered by 8:30 AM
$98
Saturday delivery
Weekend return available
$68
Your prepaid label or FedEx account
We generate the air bill for $5
$0
Return shipping$38
ℹ️ Bringing your own prepaid label means no FedEx charge from us. Provide a FedEx account number and we generate the air bill for a flat $5 fee.
✅ Good to know
Common questions about Nigeria visa applications
Does the Nigeria visa application have to be submitted online?
Yes. All Nigeria visa applications go through the Nigerian Immigration Service portal at visa.immigration.gov.ng. The consulate fee is paid by credit card at the time of online submission. We complete both the online application and the supplemental form with you, review everything before it is submitted, and handle the entire process from our Chicago office.
Does Nigeria offer an eVisa?
Yes. Nigeria offers an eVisa for tourism and short business visits. It is issued electronically — no passport submission needed — and is emailed to you before travel. Processing typically takes 2 to 5 business days. We complete the online application for you and confirm approval before your travel date. Call us at (708) 360 7277 to check eligibility for your specific trip.
What must the invitation letter for a Nigeria tourist visa include?
The invitation letter must come from a company or individual host in Nigeria and state where you will be staying during your visit. It must include the exact phrase "accepting full immigration responsibility" and be accompanied by a copy of the host's passport or government-issued ID. Missing any of these three elements can result in a refusal — we review your letter before it goes to the consulate.
What is the difference between the STR and TWP Nigeria business visas?
The STR (Subject to Regularization) visa lets you enter Nigeria and complete your work permit process inside the country. It requires your employer to have already obtained an Expatriate Quota. The TWP (Temporary Work Permit) is for shorter-term assignments and requires pre-approved authorization from the Nigerian government before the visa is issued. Call us at (708) 360 7277 and we will confirm which category applies to your situation.
How long does a Nigeria visa take to process from Chicago?
Regular processing runs 10 to 14 business days. Our rush service cuts that to 5 to 7 business days. The Nigeria eVisa typically takes 2 to 5 business days and requires no passport submission. All timelines begin once your complete application is submitted and accepted. Call us at (708) 360 7277 before booking travel and we will confirm the current turnaround.
What does the business letter for a Nigeria business visa need to say?
The letter from your U.S. employer must be an official appointment or employment letter on company letterhead. It must include your salary, and the consulate expects the amount to reflect a substantial professional income. A generic letter without salary details is commonly rejected. We review your letter against these requirements at our counter before anything is submitted.
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