🇳🇬 Nigeria · Employer-sponsored work
Employment (Expatriate) Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.ng/info-center/employment-visa-expatriate-r2a/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Employment Visa (Cleric) ... under 'Temporary Residence Visa (TRV)' category (R2A is a Temporary Residence Visa; separate from the Permanent Residence Visa category).”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.