Niger visas
Whether you need a visa for Niger depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your visit. Most foreign nationals must hold a valid passport bearing a Niger visa, obtained in advance from a Nigerien embassy or consulate or, where available, through the official e-visa portal, while some regional and bilateral exemptions apply. Entry and stay are administered by the Direction de la Surveillance du Territoire (DST) under the Ministry of Interior and Decentralisation, with consular visas issued through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; always confirm current requirements with these authorities before you travel.
Nigerien visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Niger โ tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.4 visas
- Work visasComing to Niger to work โ the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Niger โ student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Niger.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Niger as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Niger long term โ residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Nigerien visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Niger โ key facts
- Visa authority
- Direction de la Surveillance du Territoire (DST), Ministry of Interior and Decentralisation โ with visas also issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through Niger's embassies and consulates
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Time zone
- West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources ยท last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only โ not legal advice.
