Traveling is a hassle for Nigerians because of passport limitations. Notwithstanding, there are some countries that Nigerian passport holders can visit without requiring a visa or obtaining a visa on arrival. However, it’s important to note that visa policies can change over time, so it’s always recommended to check with the embassy or consulate of the destination country before making any travel plans.
Take a deep breath, sit back, and keep scrolling, we’ve got a list of beautiful destinations outside the African continent that are absolutely visa-free for you to choose from.
Here are some countries that have been known to offer visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to Nigerian passport holders:
1. Barbados
Barbados is an island country located in the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean region. It is situated in the western area of the North Atlantic and is part of the West Indies. Barbados is renowned for its natural beauty, welcoming people, and rich cultural heritage, making it a popular destination for tourists from around the world.
2. Benin
Benin, officially known as the Republic of Benin, is a country located in West Africa. It shares borders with Nigeria to the east, Niger to the north, Burkina Faso and Togo to the northwest, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south. The capital city is Porto-Novo, but the largest city and economic hub is Cotonou.
3. Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso, officially known as the Republic of Burkina Faso, is a landlocked country located in West Africa. It shares borders with six countries: Mali to the north, Niger to the east, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and Ivory Coast to the southwest. The capital city of Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou.
4. Cameroon
Cameroon, officially known as the Republic of Cameroon, is a country located in Central Africa. It shares its borders with Nigeria to the west, Chad to the northeast, the Central African Republic to the east, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo to the south, and the Gulf of Guinea to the southwest. The capital city of Cameroon is Yaoundé, while Douala serves as its largest city and economic hub.
5. Cape Verde
Cape Verde, officially known as the Republic of Cape Verde, is an island country located off the coast of West Africa in the Central Atlantic Ocean. It consists of a group of 10 main islands and several smaller islets, which are divided into two island groups: the Barlavento Islands and the Sotavento Islands. The capital city of Cape Verde is Praia, situated on the island of Santiago.
6. Chad
Chad, officially known as the Republic of Chad, is a landlocked country located in Central Africa. It is bordered by Libya to the north, Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south, Cameroon and Nigeria to the southwest, and Niger to the west. N’Djamena is the capital and largest city of Chad.
7. Cook Islands
The Cook Islands are a group of 15 islands located in the South Pacific Ocean. They are self-governing in free association with New Zealand. The country’s official name is the Cook Islands, and its capital is Avarua, located on the island of Rarotonga.
8. Cote d’Ivoire
Côte d’Ivoire, also known as Ivory Coast, is a country located on the west coast of Africa. It shares borders with Liberia, Guinea, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Ghana. The country has a rich history and diverse culture, with over 60 ethnic groups living within its borders.
9. Dominica
Dominica, officially known as the Commonwealth of Dominica, is a small island nation located in the Caribbean Sea. The capital of Dominica is Roseau, which is also the largest city in the country. It is located on the western coast of the island.
10. Fiji
Fiji is an island country located in the South Pacific Ocean. It consists of an archipelago of more than 330 islands, with the two main islands being Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. Suva, the capital and largest city, is situated on Viti Levu.
11. The Gambia
The Gambia, officially known as the Republic of The Gambia, is a small country located on the west coast of Africa. The majority of the population in The Gambia practices Islam, with over 95% of Gambians being Muslim. The capital and largest city of The Gambia is Banjul, situated on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Gambia River. The official language of The Gambia is English, inherited from its colonial history as a former British colony.
12. Ghana
Ghana, officially known as the Republic of Ghana, is a country located in West Africa. It is bordered by Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, Togo to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south. The capital and largest city of Ghana is Accra.
13. Guinea
Guinea, officially known as the Republic of Guinea, is a country located on the west coast of Africa. The capital and largest city of Guinea is Conakry. The official language of Guinea is French, which is inherited from its colonial history.
14. Guinea Bissau
Guinea-Bissau, officially known as the Republic of Guinea-Bissau, is a small country located on the west coast of Africa. The capital and largest city of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau. The official language of Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese, which was inherited from its time as a Portuguese colony.
15. Haiti
Haiti is a country located on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean Sea. It shares the island with the Dominican Republic to the east. The capital city of Haiti is Port-au-Prince, and the official languages are Haitian Creole and French.
16. Liberia
Liberia is a country located on the western coast of Africa. Liberia gained its independence on July 26, 1847, becoming the first African republic. Monrovia is the capital and largest city of Liberia. English is the official language of Liberia, inherited from its historical ties with the United States.
17. Mali
Mali is a landlocked country located in West Africa. It is bordered by seven countries: Algeria to the north, Niger to the east, Burkina Faso and Ivory Coast to the south, Guinea to the southwest, Senegal to the west, and Mauritania to the northwest. The capital city of Mali is Bamako.
18. Micronesia
Micronesia is a region in the western Pacific Ocean, composed of thousands of islands and islets. It is located north of the equator and is divided into several island groups. The term “Micronesia” means “small islands” and refers to the small size of the islands in the region.
19. Niger
Niger is a landlocked country located in West Africa. It is officially known as the Republic of Niger and shares borders with several countries, including Algeria to the northwest, Libya to the northeast, Chad to the east, Nigeria to the south, Benin to the southwest, Burkina Faso and Mali to the west.
20. Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis, officially known as the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, is a two-island country located in the Caribbean Sea. It is the smallest sovereign state in the Americas in terms of both land area and population.
21. Samoa
Samoa is a country located in the South Pacific Ocean. It is officially known as the Independent State of Samoa and was formerly known as Western Samoa. Apia is the capital and largest city of Samoa. It is located on the northern coast of Upolu island. Samoan and English are the official languages of Samoa. Samoan is widely spoken across the islands, while English is used in government, commerce, and education.
22. Senegal
Senegal is a country located on the westernmost coast of Africa. It is bordered by Mauritania to the north, Mali to the east, Guinea to the southeast, and Guinea-Bissau to the southwest. The Atlantic Ocean forms its western border. The capital and largest city of Senegal is Dakar.
23. Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone is a country located on the west coast of Africa. Sierra Leone is bordered by Guinea to the north and northeast, Liberia to the southeast, and the Atlantic Ocean to the southwest. The capital and largest city of Sierra Leone is Freetown. It is situated on the Sierra Leone Peninsula and serves as the economic, cultural, and political hub of the country. The official language of Sierra Leone is English. However, Krio, a creole language based on English, is widely spoken throughout the country.
24. Togo
Togo, officially known as the Togolese Republic, is a country located in West Africa. Togo is bordered by Ghana to the west, Benin to the east, and Burkina Faso to the north. The capital and largest city of Togo is Lomé, situated on the Gulf of Guinea coast. It serves as the country’s administrative, cultural, and economic center. The official language of Togo is French, which is inherited from the colonial era. There are also several local languages spoken by different ethnic groups, including Ewe, Mina, and Kabye.
25. Vanuatu
Vanuatu is a Pacific island nation located in the South Pacific Ocean. It is an archipelago consisting of about 80 islands, with a total land area of approximately 12,189 square kilometers (4,706 square miles). The capital and largest city of Vanuatu is Port Vila, situated on the island of Efate. The official languages of Vanuatu are Bislama, English, and French.
You should know that the duration of stay and other conditions may vary for each country. It’s essential to verify the current visa requirements and limitations before traveling.
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