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Greece Visa for Nigerians

Schengen C — short-stay (90 days / 180-day period)
⚠ Visa Required — You must apply before travel
11% Rejection Rate
2/5 Difficulty
10–21d Processing
NGN 194,000 Total (~$118)

Quick Facts

Requirement Visa Required
Visa Fee NGN 194,000 (~$118)
Processing Time 10–21 working days
Appointment Wait ~2 weeks
Stay Duration Up to 90 days

Greece Schengen visa has an 11% rejection rate — one of the lowest for Nigerian applicants. Popular beach and island destination, and a strategic first Schengen application.

Key Warnings

  • Greece must be your primary destination (most nights) for the Greek Schengen visa to be valid for your trip.
  • All standard documents are required even with lower rejection rates — do not submit an incomplete application.

Insider Tips

  • Greek islands (Santorini, Mykonos, Crete) require the same single Schengen visa.
  • Greece is an excellent first Schengen choice — lower scrutiny and faster processing than major northern European countries.

Required Documents

  • Valid passport Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date
  • Passport copy (all pages with stamps)
  • Completed Schengen visa application form Must be signed. Available at VFS Global or download from the embassy website.
  • Biometric passport photo (35×45mm) White background, taken within the last 6 months
  • Travel insurance certificate Minimum €30,000 coverage, valid for all Schengen countries. AXA, Allianz, or Europ Assistance recommended.
  • Flight itinerary A fare quote or itinerary reservation is acceptable — not a confirmed paid ticket
  • Accommodation confirmation for all nights
  • Bank statement (last 3 months) Minimum ₦1.5M (~€1,500) average balance. Regular salary credits required — recent lump-sum deposits are a common rejection trigger.
  • Employment letter on company letterhead Must confirm position, salary, and approved leave dates. Self-employed: submit CAC certificate instead.
  • Proof of income 3 months of payslips or 2 years of audited business accounts for self-employed applicants

Recommended (Optional)

  • Invitation letter from Greek host Required if staying with a host instead of hotel. Must be notarised by a Greek authority.
  • Property ownership documents Strongly recommended. A Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) or Land Certificate proves ties to Nigeria and significantly reduces rejection risk.
  • CAC business registration certificate Highly recommended for self-employed applicants and business owners.
  • Tax clearance certificate (last 3 years) Issued by FIRS. Adds credibility, especially for high-income or self-employed applicants.

Why Applications Get Rejected

Greece rejected 11% of applications. Avoid these mistakes:

  • Incomplete documentation

    Missing or incorrectly formatted documents lead to refusals even with a lower overall rejection rate.

    Fix: Submit all required documents in the correct format and language requirements.

  • Insufficient financial proof

    Bank statements showing insufficient or inconsistent income raise concerns.

    Fix: 3 months of consistent bank statement credits showing adequate funds for the trip duration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit Greek islands like Santorini with a Greek Schengen visa?
Yes. All Greek islands including Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes and others are covered by a standard Greek Schengen visa. There are no additional visa requirements for island travel within Greece.
Is Greece one of the easiest Schengen visas for Nigerians?
Yes. Greece has approximately 11% rejection rate — significantly lower than Germany (22%) or France (18%). Alongside Portugal and Poland, it's one of the recommended Schengen entry points for first-time applicants.
Greece visa cost in Naira?
€80 (~₦145,000) plus VFS service fee (~₦49,000) = approximately ₦194,000.

Where to Apply

Greek Embassy / VFS Global - Nigeria

Lagos

Victoria Island, Lagos

Mon–Fri 08:00–15:00

Shorter wait times (2 weeks). Good first Schengen option.

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Other Schengen visas for Nigerians

🇵🇹 Portugal Visa Required 🇵🇱 Poland Visa Required 🇮🇹 Italy Visa Required