Embassy of Nigeria in Washington D.C.
Today 10:00–16:00- Address
- International Drive Northwest 3519, 20008 Washington
- Website
- nigeriaembassyusa.org
Nigeria
United States
Nigerian Embassy & Consulates in the United States
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate
Nigeria is represented in the United States by 3 missions: an embassy in Washington D.C., a consulate in Atlanta and 1 other office. US citizens need a visa for Nigeria, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Map: Nigeria’s 3 missions in the United States
Map: Nigeria’s 3 missions in the United States
Nigerian Embassy in Washington D.C.
At International Drive Northwest 3519, 20008 Washington, the Nigerian embassy represents Nigeria towards the United States. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Nigerian consulates in the United States
- Consulate of Nigeria in Atlanta
8060 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, GA 30350
- Mission of Nigeria in New York
2nd Avenue 828, 10017 New York
Nigeria also has a consulate in Atlanta; a consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.
Nigeria visa for US citizens
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US 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 States’ missions in Nigeria
Missions of the United States in Nigeria (2)
In return, the United States has 2 missions in Nigeria, including its embassy in Abuja.
Good to know
Nigeria in the United States
Worldwide, Nigeria has 111 missions in 95 countries; 3 of them are in the United States.
Travel to the United States for Nigerian citizens
Nigerian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States. In the United States, Nigerian citizens can turn to the Nigerian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Nigerian missions in the United States are closed
Nigerian missions in the United States close on the United States’ public holidays, the next being Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026, Thanksgiving Day on Thursday 26 November 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, 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 States?
The Nigerian embassy is in Washington D.C., at International Drive Northwest 3519, 20008 Washington.
Does Nigeria have consulates in the United States?
Yes, Nigeria has a consulate in Atlanta.
Do US citizens need a visa for Nigeria?
US 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 States?
Nigerian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Does the United States have an embassy in Nigeria?
Yes, the United States has its embassy in Abuja, along with 1 other mission in Nigeria.