Work visas
Nigerien Work Visa and Employment Authorisation
For foreign nationals taking up paid employment in Niger, combining an entry visa, a residence permit and a work authorisation.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The 90-day residence-permit threshold, permit validity (e.g. renewable multi-year), fees and exact work-authorisation categories are drawn from secondary sources; verify with the Ministry of Employment and the National Police. No single official work-visa page was located.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Niger government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Autorisation de travail + carte/titre de séjour
- Route type
- Employment / work permit
- Work authorisation issued by
- Ministry in charge of Employment, Labour and Social Protection
- Residence permit issued by
- General Directorate of the National Police
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals with a job offer or contract to work in Niger for more than a short visit
Requirements
- Valid entry visa for Niger
- Residence permit for stays beyond roughly 90 days (from the National Police)
- Work authorisation from the Ministry in charge of Employment before starting paid work
- Employer file: justification of need, labour-inspection-approved contract, and evidence that local skills are unavailable
How to apply
- Employer prepares and lodges the work-authorisation file with the labour authorities
- Worker obtains the entry visa and, on arrival, applies for the residence permit
- Renew the authorisation and residence permit as required for longer contracts
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.