How Much is Schengen Visa in Nigeria?

If you are planning to travel to France, Spain, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, or Europe, one of the most important questions you want to find out is how much is Schengen Visa in Nigeria.

The Schengen visa is highly sought after in Nigeria, with Eurostat reporting that over 40,000 Nigerians requested the visa in 2022, with 18,089 being denied. That is to demonstrate how popular this visa is in Nigeria. You may question why there is such a high rejection rate, but that is a topic for another day.

But how much does a Schengen visa cost in Nigeria? This article will break down this ultimate question and put light on other commonly asked questions regarding the Schengen visa.

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For those who might just need a brief explanation about Schengen visas, here it is! Otherwise, please proceed to the next section.

What is a Schengen visa?

A Schengen visa is an official document mandatory for Nigerian citizens must have in order to travel to any of the 27 countries which are part of the Schengen area. Once granted, this visa allows you to cross the borders of the other member countries without having to go through identity checks.

There are several types of Schengen visas (types: A, B, C, and D), but the most common (the short-stay visa) permits you to travel/stay for 90 days maximum over a 6-month period beginning from the entry date stated on the visa.

So, if you are traveling to a Schengen country, you need to apply for a visa to enter first.

Schengen member states are Spain, Austria, Netherlands, Belgium, Croatia, France, Czech Republic, Denmark, Italy, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden and Switzerland.

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How Much is Schengen Visa in Nigeria?

Generally, the Schengen visa fees vary depending on the applicant’s age and the type of visa that is being applied for, as well as any other exceptions that may apply.

The standard Schengen visa fee is €80 (₦67,820) Adult and €40 (₦33,910) for Children between the ages of six and twelve. Children under the age of six are completely exempt from paying.

Please see the table below for a full breakdown:

* The applicable visa fee in ₦ (Nigerian naira) is as per the current CBN rate (₦847.73 to 1€) as of August 2023. It is subject to change without notice. If your visa application is denied, the Schengen visa application fees, like many others, are non-refundable.

Please note: Irrespective of the country you are applying for, you must pay the above fees whenever you apply for a short-term visa to the 27 European countries.

Airport transit visa Schengen fee in Nigeria

As I mentioned above, there are different types of Schengen visas. The airport transit visa falls under the category “A” visa, which allows you to travel through the international zones of Schengen country airports but not into the Schengen Country Area.

In other words, if you wish to travel from a country outside the Schengen area to another by way of changing flights in a Schengen country airport, you need this type of visa.

Currently, the cost of an airport transit Schengen visa (a-type) is €80 (₦67,820). Please note that the visa fee in Nigerian naira may change depending on the exchange rate.

Long stay Schengen visa fee in Nigeria

If you are going to extend your stay or stay longer than ninety days (90) days in a Schengen country, this is the visa you want to apply for, and of course, with some paperwork and by adding extra funds. The Long Stay Schengen Visa fee for Nigerian nationals stands at €99 (₦83,930).

*Please note that Apart from the regular visa fees listed above, there are also other fees and charges you are to pay for simultaneously when you apply for a Schengen visa. These include Service Fees and travel/ health insurance to cover medical care while in the Schengen area. Kindly visit the official website of your desired country for more details.

How to Pay the Schengen Visa Fee in Nigeria?

Another important question that gets asked is how to pay the Schengen visa fee in Nigeria.

Well, there are two acceptable payment methods! it’s either you pay using your debit/credit card to the bank account provided by the desired country embassy.

Another method is by visiting your preferred country embassy and lodging your payment there. 

In either case, make sure to pay the application fee before or at the time of submission and then attach the receipt to the rest of the required documents.

Sometimes, the exact payment method may vary depending on the embassy or consulate processing your application. When you arrange your appointment, you will be informed of the required payment method.

How long does a Schengen visa take in Nigeria?

Technically, you will have to wait at least fifteen (15) calendar days for your Schengen Visa to be processed. In order words, your Schengen visa application will be processed within 15 days after submission.

However, you should know that this period might be extended for up to thirty (30) days. This usually occurs if certain applications require further observation or examination.

Furthermore, if your application is incomplete or requires extra documents, it may take up to sixty (60) calendar days to be processed.