Nigerian visa for Egyptian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Egyptian passport holders visiting Nigeria for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Egyptian citizens to enter Nigeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nigeria e-visa for Egyptian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nigeria visa on arrival for Egyptian citizens | Not Available | |
Nigeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Egyptian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nigeria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nigeria.
If you are looking for Nigeria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Egypt, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nigeria nearest your place of residence.
- Cairo: The Embassy of Nigeria in Cairo, Egypt (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 6 minutes)
Nigeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nigeria diplomatic mission offices to Egypt for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Egypt traveling to Nigeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Egypt) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,074 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,237 | 4.00% |
| 2010 | 4,279 | 0.99% |
| 2011 | 2,636 | -38.40% |
| 2012 | 3,271 | 24.09% |
| 2013 | 2,827 | -13.57% |
| 2014 | 3,362 | 18.92% |
| 2015 | 4,212 | 25.28% |
| 2016 | 3,686 | -12.49% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nigeria & Egypt comparison
Nigeria's area is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi), while the area of Egypt is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi). This means Egypt is 10.07% larger than Nigeria.
As of May 2024, Nigeria's population is ~227.4 million people - 117,137,641 more people than the population of Egypt.
We have highlighted Nigeria & Egypt’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nigeria | Egypt | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 227,413,194 | 110,275,553 | 117.1 million more people live in Nigeria than Egypt |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 102 | 131 | Nigeria has 29 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Egypt. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 26 | 16 | Nigeria passport holders can visit 10 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 93 | 159 | Nigerian hosts 66 fewer foreign missions than Egypt. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Egypt travel to Nigeria in one year?
The number of visitors from Egypt visiting Nigeria in 2016 was approximately 3,686.
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