Niger Visa for American Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents
American passport holders need a visa to enter Niger. Apply at a Niger embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
- Max stay
- Varies
- Visa cost
- USD 155
- How to apply
- Embassy / visa centre
- Processing
- 3-5 days
Policy noteThe Embassy of Niger in Washington suspended entry-visa issuance to American citizens on 28 August 2025 "until further notice," reciprocal to a US entry ban on Nigerien nationals - there is currently no legal channel for a US citizen to obtain a Niger visa. A domain surfacing in search results (nigerevisaportal.midas-dev.com) is an unedited demo site, not a live official option. Normally (once lifted): embassy visa, USD 155, yellow fever vaccination required. travel.state.gov rates Niger Level 4 - Do Not Travel (terrorism, kidnapping, crime, unrest).
How American citizens apply for a Niger visa
- → Apply for a visa at the Niger embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling. Apply here ↗
Niger visa cost for American citizens
Embassy visa, all categories (Embassy of Niger, Washington DC)
USD 155
Single-entry visa, tourism/business, 1 month (Embassy of Niger, Paris)
EUR 90
Multiple-entry visa, tourism/business, 3 months (Embassy of Niger, Paris)
EUR 150
Fees checked 2 Jul 2026
Niger visa types
Visa de Tourisme (Tourist Visa)
For foreign nationals visiting Niger for tourism, leisure, or sightseeing purposes. Available both via the official Niger e-visa portal online and through Embassy of Niger in person.
- Fee of USD 155 applies to Embassy in-person applications (money order payable to Embassy of Niger).
- E-visa fee amount is not explicitly published on the portal (shown as placeholder).
- E-visa processing is 3-5 working days per FAQ.
- Max stay of 30 days per aggregator sources; not explicitly stated on the official portal.
- Requires valid passport with minimum 6 months validity, recent color photo, and flight itinerary.
- Must have contract with tourism agency or invitation letter for Embassy applications.
- Corrected date: the Embassy of Niger in Washington suspended entry-visa issuance to American citizens on August 28, 2025 (reciprocal to a US entry ban on Nigerien nationals), not January 2026 as previously noted here — confirmed live on the Embassy's official visa page as of this check.
Visa d'Affaires (Business Visa)
For foreign nationals visiting Niger for professional activities, commercial meetings, or business negotiations. Requires a work or business invitation letter and proof of occupation.
- Available through Embassy of Niger in Washington DC (and other Niger embassies).
- Fee is USD 155 via money order payable to Embassy of Niger.
- Requires work or business invitation letter and proof of occupation.
- Specific duration of stay and validity not published; entries assumed single unless a multiple-entry option is separately requested (not itemized on this Embassy's page).
- Not available through the e-visa portal (portal only offers Tourist Visa).
- Corrected date: the Embassy of Niger in Washington suspended entry-visa issuance to American citizens on August 28, 2025 (reciprocal to a US entry ban on Nigerien nationals), not January 2026 as previously noted here — confirmed live on the Embassy's official visa page as of this check.
Visa de Transit (Transit Visa)
For foreign nationals passing through Niger in transit to another country. Requires a round-trip itinerary showing Niger as a transit point to a final destination.
- Available through Embassy of Niger.
- Fee is USD 155 via money order.
- Requires round-trip itinerary showing final destination beyond Niger.
- Transit is not permitted for US nationals or Afghan nationals.
- Corrected date: the US-national suspension took effect August 28, 2025 (Embassy of Niger in Washington ceased entry-visa issuance to American citizens, reciprocal to a US entry ban on Nigerien nationals), not January 2026 as previously noted here — confirmed live on the Embassy's official visa page as of this check.
- Duration of transit stay not specified; entries assumed single as is standard for transit visas (not itemized on this Embassy's page).
Other Niger visa categories (7)Hide other visa categories
These don't apply to a typical short visit, but cover other reasons people travel to Niger. Eligibility varies by visa type - some are limited to specific nationalities, so check each one's conditions.
Common to several visa categories below
- Available through Embassy of Niger.
- Fee is USD 155 via money order.
- Duration of stay not specified.
- Not available through the e-visa portal.
Visa de Famille (Family/Private Visit Visa)
For foreign nationals visiting family members or personal contacts in Niger. Requires invitation letter, proof of relationship, and parental consent for minors.
Requires invitation letter from host in Niger, proof of family relationship, and parental consent documents for minors.
Apply here ↗Visa Etudiant (Student Visa)
For foreign nationals enrolled or seeking enrollment in an educational institution in Niger. Requires proof of admission from a Niger educational institution.
Requires proof of admission issued by a Niger educational institution. Duration of stay and validity not specified by the Embassy.
Apply here ↗Visa pour Soins Médicaux (Medical Care Visa)
For foreign nationals traveling to Niger to seek medical treatment or healthcare services. Requires medical documentation and proof of treatment arrangements.
Requires medical file, cost estimates for treatment, and travel insurance.
Apply here ↗Visa de Long Sejour (Long-Stay / Settlement Visa)
For foreign nationals relocating to settle and reside long-term in Niger (including for employment, assignment, family reunification, or residence). This is the entry visa that authorizes installation ('s'installer') in Niger.
- Described by the Embassy of Niger in France: a 'visa de long sejour' authorizes a foreign national to settle ('s'installer') in Niger, as distinct from a short-stay tourist/business visa.
- Applicants should allow about 1 month between filing and departure; processing can extend to roughly 4 months where additional verification is required.
- Taking up employment additionally requires a work authorization (autorisation de travail) and a residence card (carte de sejour) obtained locally.
- Chancellery fees are set by each Niger diplomatic mission and are not published on a single fixed grid.
Visa de Long Sejour Temporaire (Temporary Long-Stay Visa - Short Studies / Internship)
For foreign nationals coming to Niger for short-term studies (etudes courtes) or an internship (stage), for a stay of three to six months. Distinct from the standard full-enrollment student visa.
- Per the Embassy of Niger in France: a 'visa de long sejour temporaire' valid for three to six months, issued for short studies or an internship (stage).
- Allow about 1 month between application and departure.
- Chancellery fees are set by each Niger diplomatic mission.
Visa de Presse / Journaliste (Journalist Visa)
For accredited journalists and media professionals conducting reporting or filming activities in Niger. Requires filming authorization from the Niger Ministry of Communication.
Requires filming authorization from Niger Ministry of Communication.
Apply here ↗Visa Diplomatique / Officiel (Diplomatic/Official Visa)
For government officials, diplomats, and representatives traveling to Niger on official government business. Granted on the basis of diplomatic notes or official appointment letters.
- Fees vary or are waived for diplomatic/official visas.
- Requires a diplomatic note from the sending government or an official appointment letter.
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports of China, Turkey, and Indonesia are fully exempt from visa requirements per bilateral agreements.
- Visa details not publicly enumerated.
Niger visa for American citizens - FAQ
Do American citizens need a visa for Niger?
Yes - American citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Niger embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.
What documents do American citizens need for Niger?
A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Niger visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.