How long can Nigerian passport holders stay in Turkey?

The length of stay is set by the visa you are issued.

How much does the Turkey entry cost for Nigerian citizens?

The official fee varies — see the official source. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

Turkey visa for Nigerian citizens

Nigerian citizens need a visa to enter Turkey.

Visa required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: 18 Jun 2026 (3 days ago)

Status: Visa required
Max stay: Set by visa
Official cost: Varies — see notes
Before departure: Apply for a visa before you travel

Cost note

Ordinary Nigerian passport holders need a visa in advance.

What you need

valid passport
Turkish visa approval before travel
proof of onward or return travel may be requested

Official source

https://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa

Use the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.

Why this verdict

Ordinary Nigerian passport holders need a visa to enter Türkiye. The current Ministry of Foreign Affairs country list keeps Nigerian ordinary passports in the visa-required category without the broad e-Visa carve-out used for some other countries.

Frequently asked questions

Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Turkey?: Nigerian citizens need a visa to enter Turkey. (Visa required.)
How long can Nigerian passport holders stay in Turkey?: The length of stay is set by the visa you are issued.
How much does the Turkey entry cost for Nigerian citizens?: The official fee varies — see the official source. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

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Disclaimer. Visa and entry requirements change frequently and without notice and may depend on your specific circumstances (nationality, passport type, purpose and length of stay, residence in other countries, onward route and current diplomatic situation). The information here is for general guidance only, may be out of date, and is not legal, immigration, or travel advice. All cost, duration, and popularity figures are estimates. Always confirm the exact, current requirements with the official source for the destination country — its embassy, consulate, immigration service, or official e-visa portal (linked where available) — and with your airline before booking or travelling. We do not guarantee accuracy or completeness and accept no liability for any loss, denied boarding, refused entry, or other consequences. Last-verified dates are shown for each record; a record without a recent verification date should be treated as unconfirmed.