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 — 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 — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Niger — 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 — 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
Who needs a visa to Niger
According to Niger's visa policy, only nationals of 19 countries are permitted to visit the country without a visa and stay for up to 90 days. If you do not reside in one of these countries, you will need a visa to enter Niger.
Entry into Niger
Fully vaccinated (booster dose not required) travellers are neither required to undergo a PCR test nor be quarantined upon arrival in Niger. The last dose must have been administered at least four weeks prior to departure, and proof of vaccination must be presented upon arrival.
Non-immunized travellers must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to their arrival in Niger. Non-immunized travellers will be quarantined for seven days and may be required to undergo testing.
Criteria to apply for a Niger Visa
The criteria is straight forward and is in place to assist travellers know what documentation is needed. The criteria is listed below.
- Passport. You must present your actual, signed passport along with a copy of the page containing your personal information.
- Photographs.
- Form for Visa Application.
- Documentation of Travel Arrangements.
- Vaccination Certificate.
- CIBTvisas Order Form.
Processing Time For Niger Visas
Depending on your departure date, the processing of your visa should take between eight and fifteen days; thus, you should apply for your visa at least two weeks before to your departure.
Appointment Waiting Times
Appointment times can vary depending on individual circumstances. It is advised you check the Embassy page.
Who Can Visit Niger Without a Visa?
Citizens of the 19 countries or regions listed below may enter Niger without a visa.
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cape Verde
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea Bissau
- Hong Kong
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Morocco
- Nigeria
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Tunisia
What To Do If Your Niger Visa is Refused
You have the opportunity to dispute this decision. The embassy of the Member State that decided to deny the visa distributes a standard form to notify the applicant of the decision to deny a Niger visa and the reasons for such rejection. You can re apply for your visa with your nearest Embassy.
Niger — key facts
- Visa authority
- Direction de la Surveillance du Territoire (DST), Ministry of Interior and Decentralisation — 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)
Nigerien visas — people also ask
Are COVID-19 exams mandatory before travelling to Niger? All visitors to Niger will be required to produce a negative PCR test conducted within the previous 72 hours. All newcomers will be tested for symptoms of COVID-19.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.