Nigerian Embassy in Washington D.C.

Embassy Nigeria Washington D.C., United States

Address
International Drive Northwest 3519, 20008 Washington
Today 10:00–16:00
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Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Record last updated on 9 January 2026

The Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. stands at International Drive Northwest 3519, 20008 Washington, in Washington D.C., the capital of the United States. Nigeria requires a visa from US citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.

Opening hours of the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C.

Sunday Closed
Monday 10:00–16:00
Tuesday 10:00–16:00
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10:00–16:00
Friday 10:00–16:00
Saturday Closed
Public holidaysClosed

Upcoming closures

Public holidays in the United States

  • Veterans Day

    Wednesday

  • Thanksgiving Day

    Thursday

Public holidays in Nigeria

  • Christmas Day

    Friday

  • Boxing Day

    Monday

The Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. is listed as open 4 days a week, 10:00–16:00.

Nigeria visa for US citizens

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Nigeria requires a visa from US citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days. The application is made online, not at the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C.

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Nigeria’s other missions in the United States

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The Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. is one of 3 missions of Nigeria in the United States. Consulates: Atlanta. The United States in turn has 2 missions in Nigeria, its embassy being in Abuja.

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About the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C.

It appears in official lists as Embassy of Nigeria in Washington D.C.

Address and contact

Address: International Drive Northwest 3519, 20008 Washington. The record for the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. includes a phone number, an e-mail address and an official website.

Nigerian citizens travelling to the United States

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

When the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. is closed

Expect the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. to be shut on Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026 and Thanksgiving Day on Thursday 26 November 2026, and often on Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, a holiday in Nigeria.

Before visiting the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C.

Current procedures for the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C., including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.

Near the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C.

Within 1 km of the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. there are 20 other foreign missions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the address of the Nigerian Embassy in Washington D.C.?

The Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. is at International Drive Northwest 3519, 20008 Washington.

What are the opening hours of the Nigerian Embassy in Washington D.C.?

The Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. is listed as open 4 days a week, 10:00–16:00.

Is the Nigerian Embassy in Washington D.C. open on Saturday?

No. The hours on record for the Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. do not include Saturday.

When is the Nigerian Embassy in Washington D.C. closed?

The Nigerian embassy in Washington D.C. closes on the United States’ public holidays, the next being Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026, and usually on the national day of Nigeria.

Do US citizens need a visa for Nigeria?

Nigeria requires a visa from US citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.

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