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Nigerian Embassy in the United Kingdom

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In the United Kingdom, Nigeria has an embassy in London. Nigeria requires a visa from British citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.

Nigerian Embassy in London

High Commission of Nigeria in London

High Commission · London

Today 10:00–17:30
Address
Northumberland Avenue 9, WC2N 5BX London
Head of mission
Amin Muhammad Dalhatu Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary (since 04 April 2026)

Nigeria has its embassy in London, the capital; the address on record is Northumberland Avenue 9, WC2N 5BX London. The head of mission on record is Amin Muhammad Dalhatu Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary (since 04 April 2026). Its phone number and website are on its page.

Nigeria visa for British citizens

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British citizens need a visa for Nigeria, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days. The application is made online on the official portal of Nigeria, not at the Nigerian embassy.

The United Kingdom’s missions in Nigeria

Missions of the United Kingdom in Nigeria (3)

In return, the United Kingdom has 3 missions in Nigeria, including its embassy in Abuja.

Good to know

Nigeria in the United Kingdom

Worldwide, Nigeria has 111 missions in 95 countries; one of them is in the United Kingdom.

Travel to the United Kingdom for Nigerian citizens

Nigerian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom. In the United Kingdom, Nigerian citizens can turn to the Nigerian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Nigerian embassy in the United Kingdom is closed

The Nigerian embassy in the United Kingdom closes on the United Kingdom’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Monday 28 December 2026 and Good Friday on Friday 26 March 2027, and usually on some holidays of Nigeria, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Nigerian embassy in the United Kingdom?

The Nigerian embassy is in London, at Northumberland Avenue 9, WC2N 5BX London.

Do British citizens need a visa for Nigeria?

British citizens need an e-Visa for Nigeria, applied for online before travel and valid for up to 90 days.

Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?

The United Kingdom requires Nigerian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Does the United Kingdom have an embassy in Nigeria?

Yes, the United Kingdom has its embassy in Abuja, along with 2 other missions in Nigeria.