Japan Visa for Nigerian Citizens
Nigerian passport holders need a visa to enter Japan. Apply at a Japan embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
How Nigerian citizens apply for a Japan visa
- → Apply for a visa at the Japan embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling.
- → See the exact document checklist for Nigerian applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Nigerian applicants
The exact documents Nigerian citizens must submit for Japan, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
touristTemporary Visitor - Tourism
Tourist Checklist Document Required Guidelines Minors
businessTemporary Visitor – Short Term Business etc
Checklist Document Required Guidelines Minors
familyTemporary Visitor - Visiting Relatives/ Acquaintances (friends)
Checklist Document Required Guidelines Minors
workCertificate of Eligibility (COE) Holders (Work / Long Term Stay)
Checklist Document Required Guidelines Minors
Japan visa for Nigeria citizens — FAQ
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Japan?
Nigerian passport holders need a visa to enter Japan. Apply at a Japan embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
What documents do Nigerian citizens need for Japan?
A valid passport plus the Japan document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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