Nigeria
Nigeria travel guide for the Irish
Irish citizens should check Nigeria's official visa portal for current entry rules before travel.
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Key facts
- Visa required
- e-visa, online application, fee check
- Currencycheck
- Naira (NGN), €1 ≈ ₦900 (2026 estimate)
- Plug type
- Type G (UK three-pin), some Type D
- Tipping norm
- 5–10% in restaurants, small cash for weekend service
Quick answer
Irish citizens should check the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal for current entry rules, fees and processing times before booking.
Entry requirements
Check the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal (visa.nigeria.gov.ng) for current entry rules, processing time and passport validity requirements.
Confirm entry rules and fees with the Nigeria Immigration Service before you book.
- Passport valid ≥6 months
- Online e-visa fee check
- Print visa and landing card before travel
Embassy contact
Ireland does not have a resident embassy in Nigeria. Irish citizens should follow Irish Department of Foreign Affairs guidance on consular help.
- Irish Embassy, Accra – 7 Kumasi St, Accra – +233 30 123 4567
Flight info
Flights from Dublin to Lagos are operated by airlines such as Aer Lingus (via London) and Emirates (via Dubai). Typical travel time is 10–12 hours including connections.
Nigeria is UTC+1. Ireland is UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 during daylight saving time, so the difference changes seasonally.
- Dublin → Lagos: 10–12 h total
- Time zone: UTC+1 (no DST)
- Use the flight-time planner tool for exact connections
Questions people ask
Do the Irish need a visa for Nigeria?
Yes. Irish citizens must obtain an e‑visa online before travel; there is no visa‑on‑arrival option.
Where is the nearest Ireland embassy in Nigeria?
Ireland has no embassy in Nigeria; Irish travellers should follow Irish Department of Foreign Affairs guidance.
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