How Much is UK Visitor Visa Fee in Nigeria

The United Kingdom is a popular destination for Nigerian travelers and if you need to visit the UK for tourism, business or to see friends and family, you will need a UK Visitor visa.

Certainly, when you apply for a UK visitor visa, you will be charged a fee to cover the costs of processing your application. So, it is essential to understand the fees involved to avoid any surprises along the way.

I will provide you with the necessary information about the fees involved in obtaining a visitor visa so that you can budget accordingly and have a stress-free travel experience. And wait! I will also let you in on other relevant information you need about the UK Visitor visa in this article, so read till the end.

As of February 2024, a short-term visit visa for up to six months (single or multiple entry) costs $150 (₦221,193). On the other hand, a longer-term UK visit visa for 2 years and 5 years costs $523 (₦771,227) and $1008 (₦ 1,486,420) respectively.

UK Visitor Visa Types and their Application Fees

See the table below for different categories of the UK visitor visa fees.

Standard Visitor visa

Child visitors

What are the documents required for a UK visitor visa in Nigeria?

After confirming the UK visitor visa fee you are meant to pay in Nigeria, here are the supporting documents required for your application:

• A valid international passport with a page that is blank on both sides
• Completed visa application form (this is filled in online)
• One passport photograph that meets the requirements
• Paid UK visitor visa fee
• Proof of finances (e.g. original bank statement that is not older than three months)
• Confirmation of accommodation and flight bookings
• An invitation letter if you are being sponsored by a friend or family member
• Original marriage certificate if you are travelling with your spouse
• Birth certificates for your children if you are travelling together
• Recent utility bills
• If you are travelling for business you will need to include: a letter of invitation/confirmation of training/confirmation of conference; and full details for an authorised representative from your company and their contact details.

Documents Required By Nigerian Minors (Under-18s)

Under-18s must provide additional documents as part of their UK visa application. This includes:

• Proof of parental consent if travelling without a parent (a copy of their parent’s passport and a signed letter from the parent)
• Birth certificate
• Adoption papers (if the applicant is adopted)

How to pay for UK visitor visa fee in Nigeria?

How long does it take to get a visitor visa for the UK?

Your application for a Standard Visitor visa or any other type of visit visa you apply for should be made no earlier than 3 months before you intend to enter the UK, and it will generally take no more than three weeks for the visa application to be processed and a decision made after your appointment.

However, the type of visa you applied for, the volume of applications being processed by the High Commission, and whether or not you are asked to provide any additional papers all determine how long you will have to wait for your visa.

How long is UK visitor visa valid for?

Most UK visitor visa, especially a standard visitor visa is valid for six months. However, if you visit the UK regularly, you can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa instead.

Can I change my visitor visa to work permit in UK?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to apply to change to a Student or Work visa from a Visitor visa in the UK. However, there may be other options afforded to you if you are hoping to stay in the UK on a long-term basis depending on the applicability of certain special circumstances.

Where to Apply for UK Visitor Visa in Nigeria

Below i listed some UK visa application centres you can into to apply for visit visa or any other UK visa you wish to apply: