Passport/Visa
PASSPORTS: Passport valid for 12 months required by all.
VISAS: compulsory for all except the following:
(I)
nationals of ECOWAS
member countries for a maximum stay of one month (exceptions are
possible, check with nearest Consulate);
(II)
transit passengers
continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft
provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving
the airport.
Types of
visa and cost: Tourist,
Business (single-entry) €50; (multiple-entry) only
available on request). Transit: (only
available on request).
Validity:
Single-entry
visas are generally valid for up to 45 days; multiple-entry visas are valid for up to 90
days within a period of six months. Transit visas
are valid for up to five days. The immigration
authorities may or may not grant extension depending on their
discretion.
Application to: Consulate
(or Consular section at Embassy)
Application
requirements:
·
Two completed application forms.
·
Two passport-size photos.
·
Passport
valid for at least 12 months.
·
Return
ticket.
·
Fee.
·
For business visas, confirmation of a job placement
is required.
Working
days required: Five. Urgent visas can
be handled within 24-48 hours
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