Short answer
e-Visa required
Nigerian citizens need a visa for Singapore, which can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travel.
How to apply
All visitors must submit the SG Arrival Card online within 3 days before arrival.
Visa-required visitors apply online through an authorised visa agent, a Singapore hotel or a local contact.
Official website: Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore
Before you travel
- Make sure your Nigerian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages.
- Carry a return or onward ticket, your hotel booking and proof that you can pay for your stay; border officers can ask for them.
- Check whether your airline needs to see your visa or authorization at check-in; many will refuse boarding without it.
- Visas for work, study or long stays follow different rules from the tourist rules on this page.
Visa rules for Singapore by passport
 Pakistan | e-Visa |
 India | e-Visa |
 Bangladesh | e-Visa |
 Nigeria | e-Visa |
 Philippines | Visa-free · 30d |
 Egypt | e-Visa |
 United States | Visa-free |
 United Kingdom | Visa-free |
Easier destinations for Nigerian passport holders
Popular places you can visit visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA:
Maldives 
Sri Lanka 
Kenya 
Mauritius 
Seychelles 
Cambodia Frequently asked questions
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Singapore?
e-Visa required. Nigerian citizens need a visa for Singapore, which can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travel.
How long can Nigerian citizens stay in Singapore?
The length of stay is set by the visa you are granted; tourist visas commonly allow 30 to 90 days.
Where do Nigerian citizens apply for a Singapore visa?
Use the official website: Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (www.ica.gov.sg). Avoid unofficial sites that charge extra service fees.
How many countries can Nigerian passport holders visit without a visa?
Nigerian passport holders can visit 26 countries visa-free and 18 more with a visa on arrival or eTA.
Based on the Passport Index dataset with our verified corrections for recent rule changes, last reviewed October 19, 2026. Entry rules change often and depend on your passport, purpose of travel and onward tickets. Always confirm with the official website or embassy before you book.