Ghanaians can travel to Nigeria visa-free for up to 90 days under ECOWAS. The Nigeria Landing Card (digital pre-arrival form) and a yellow fever certificate are mandatory.
Key Warnings
Complete the Nigeria Landing Card online at landing.immigration.gov.ng before flying — this is mandatory and officers check it at arrival. It is free.
Yellow fever card is checked at Nigerian airports — carry the physical original, not a phone photo or photocopy.
Nigeria can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Plan your transport from the airport in advance; official taxis are inside the terminal.
Insider Tips
Lagos (LOS) is the main entry for most travellers; Abuja (ABV) is more relaxed and better for business visits.
The overland route via Togo and Benin Republic to the Seme border is well-used by Ghanaian traders but takes 12+ hours from Accra.
WhatsApp or Airtel SIMs are easy to get in Lagos — buy at the airport arrivals hall or at any roadside vendor.
Health Requirements
⚠️ Yellow Fever Certificate required. Ghana is a yellow fever endemic country. Nigeria Immigration checks yellow fever cards at Lagos and Abuja airports. Carry the physical original yellow card — digital copies are not accepted. Vaccinate at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, 37 Military Hospital Accra, or Komfo Anokye Hospital Kumasi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Ghanaians travel to Nigeria without a visa?
Yes. Ghana and Nigeria are both ECOWAS member states. Ghanaian passport holders can enter Nigeria visa-free for up to 90 days under the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons. No visa fee or application is required.
Do Ghanaians need to fill in a form before flying to Nigeria?
Yes. Nigeria requires all arriving passengers to complete the Nigeria Landing Card online before travel at landing.immigration.gov.ng. It is free and takes about 5 minutes. Officers check it at arrival.
Do Ghanaians need a yellow fever card to enter Nigeria?
Yes. Ghana is a yellow fever endemic country so Nigeria Immigration requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. Carry the physical original yellow card — digital copies are not accepted at Nigerian airports.
Can I stay longer than 90 days in Nigeria?
Yes, but you need to apply for an extension at the Nigeria Immigration Service before your 90 days expire. Extensions are possible but not guaranteed. Working without a work permit is not allowed under ECOWAS free movement.