Indian Passport Holder in USA? Your Complete 2026 Guide to Nigeria eVisa
Indian passport holders need a visa for Nigeria. Here is the full 2026 picture for Indians living in the USA: whether your residence helps, the cost in USD, documents, timings and how to apply from the USA.
VERIFIED · OFFICIAL SOURCE · 4 OCT 2026Nigeria visa at a glance
Is this guide for you?
This page covers short tourist and family visits. Check all four.
Going for work, study or a long stay? Those need a different visa type. See the full Nigeria visa guide.
Does living in the USA change anything?
The rules above are the official rules for Indian passport holders. Some countries give easier entry to people who hold certain residence permits or visas. Before your application is filed, a Krosz visa expert checks whether your US visa or green card changes anything for Nigeria.
anywhere in the US
≈ USD 566
Your Green Card/H-1B
Total cost for Indians in the USA
What you pay at Krosz checkout, per traveller, for a tourist visa.
| Item | INR | USD (approx.) | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government fee (INR incl. 5% forex) | ₹44,508 | USD 467 | No |
| Krosz fee | ₹8,000 | USD 84 | Yes |
| GST (18%) | ₹1,440 | USD 15 | No |
| Total per traveller | ₹53,948 | USD 566 |
USD at ₹95.34 per USD (rates of 14 Oct 2026). Prices in effect from 6 Sept 2026.
How to apply from the USA
Everything happens online. You don't leave the USA until your trip.
- 1UploadPassport and photo
- 2PayAll-in price, shown upfront
- 3Expert reviewFiled on the official Nigeria portal
- 4ApprovedTrack status with Krosz
- 5Visa to youOn WhatsApp and email
- 6FlyFrom the USA, with a printout
When to apply
Apply at least 7 days before your flight. Official timing: Issuance announced within 24 to 48 hours, reply sent by email.
Documents checklist
For the application
Keep ready for travel
Mistakes that cause problems
Visa decisions rest with the Nigeria authorities. No service can guarantee approval.
Rules during your stay, and getting back
| How long you can stay | 30 days per entry, not extendable on the spot |
|---|---|
| Visa validity | 90 days from issue |
| Getting back into USA | H-1B, L-1 and other visa holders need a valid US visa stamp to return, so an expired stamp means a stamping appointment before you come back. F-1 students need a Form I-20 endorsed for travel by their DSO, a valid visa and a passport valid six months past re-entry. Green card holders can re-enter on a valid card after absences of less than one year. |
Questions Indians in the USA ask about Nigeria
Do Indians living in USA need a visa for Nigeria?
Visa needed. Apply online for the eVisa from anywhere in the US. No embassy visit needed.
How much does the Nigeria visa cost for Indian residents of USA?
With Krosz the total is ₹53,948 per traveller (about USD 566), including the government fee, Krosz service fee and GST.
How long does it take?
Issuance announced within 24 to 48 hours, reply sent by email
How long can I stay in Nigeria?
30 days per entry, not extendable on the spot
Can I apply from the USA?
Yes. The application is online, so you can apply from anywhere in the US.
Is the Krosz fee refundable?
The Krosz service fee is refundable under the refund policy. Government fees and GST are not refundable.
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Get your Nigeria visa from the USA
₹53,948 all-in · tracked to approval · updates on WhatsApp
Source: Nigeria Immigration Service. Last verified 4 Oct 2026. Visa rules change often; your Krosz expert re-checks them before filing.