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Niger Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa Required

UK citizens need a visa before travelling to Niger, obtained in advance from a Nigerien embassy or consulate abroad, since Niger has no diplomatic mission in the UK and offers no visa on arrival.

Guide last updated October 6, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry with 2 blank pages
  • Completed visa application form
  • 2 passport photos
  • Proof of onward or return travel
  • Proof of accommodation or an invitation letter
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, mandatory for entry
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Visa types

  • Tourist visa: single entry, typically 30-90 days depending on the issuing post
  • Business visa: requires an invitation letter from a Nigerien company or organisation
  • Transit visa: for short stopovers
  • All must be obtained before arrival; there is no visa-on-arrival for UK passport holders at Niamey's Diori Hamani International Airport

How to apply

  • Apply through the nearest Nigerien mission (for example in Paris or Brussels) or via a visa agency, since Niger has no embassy in London
  • Fee is roughly EUR 50-100 equivalent depending on the issuing post and visa length
  • Processing commonly takes 1-3 weeks by post or courier, longer if sent from the UK to a third-country mission

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approximately EUR 50-100, varies by mission and visa validity
  • Standard processing: 1-3 weeks through a foreign mission, longer with postal delays

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Check UK FCDO travel advice closely, as parts of Niger carry advice against all travel
  • The yellow fever certificate is strictly checked on arrival
  • Build in several extra weeks for visa processing given there is no local embassy
  • Carry multiple copies of all documents given limited administrative infrastructure

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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