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South Africa visa requirements for Nigeria citizens
Last verified: 2026-10-03 · Official source
A visa is required. Route: Standard visitor visa.
Processing time: 21 days (typical, not guaranteed)
Estimated cost in naira
| Estimated Cost | ₦4,500,000 |
| Estimated total | ₦4,500,000 |
Estimate only. Fees and exchange rates change; confirm on the official source before paying.
Documents commonly required
financial
- Bank statements/proof of sufficient funds
identity
- Nigerian passport
- Recent passport photographs
- Passport copy
- Return/onward flight reservation
supporting
- Business registration/business evidence, if self-employed
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Employment letter/leave approval, if employed
trip
- Hotel/accommodation reservation or host
- Completed visa application form
- Letter explaining the purpose of the visit
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Waypoint is not legal advice and cannot guarantee any visa outcome. Always confirm requirements with the official source.