“Traveling is like a book of study, those who do not travel reads only a PAGE”.

What do we love even more than cheap flight? Visa-free destinations!? A smart way to save on travel costs is to select visa free countries for your holidays.

As a Nigerian passport holder, you have the opportunity to visit 26 countries without a visa to explore on your long-awaited desire to travel some part of the world.

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Here is a complete list of visa free countries for Nigerian passport holders.

BARBADOS
Where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean sea is where you will find the magical island of Barbados. Barbados has a population of 284,000 and is abound with natural beauty, crystal-clear waters and amazing beaches. Top attractions include Carlisle Bay in Bridgetown, Harrison’s cave in saint Thomas parish and dover beach in St. Lawrence Gap. Barbados is 6 months visa free for Nigeria citizens.

BENIN
Benin, a French-speaking West African nation, is a birthplace of the vodun (or “voodoo”) religion and home to the former Dahomey Kingdom from circa 1600–1900. Benin is a 90 days visa free visit for Nigerians.

BURKINA-FASO
Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa bordered by Mali to the northwest, Niger to the northeast, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and the Ivory Coast to the southwest. It has a population of 20,321,378. Burkina Faso is a 90 days visa free visit for Nigerians.

CAMEROON
Cameroon is a Central African country of varied terrain and wildlife. Its inland capital, Yaoundé, and its biggest city, the seaport Douala, are transit points to ecotourism sites as well as beach resorts like Kribi – near the Chutes de la Lobé waterfalls, which plunge directly into the sea – and Limbe, where the Limbe Wildlife Centre houses rescued primates. Cameroon is a 90 days visa free visit for Nigerians.

CAPE VERDE
Cape Verde or Cabo Verde, officially the Republic of Cabo Verde, is an archipelago and island country in the central Atlantic Ocean, consisting of ten volcanic islands with a combined land area of about 4,033 square kilometers. Cape Verde is a 90 days visa free visit for Nigerians.

CHAD
Chad, officially known as the Republic of Chad, is a landlocked country at the crossroads of North and Central Africa. It is bordered by Libya to the north, Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south, Cameroon to the south-west, Nigeria to the southwest, and Niger to the west. Chad is a 3 months visa free for Nigerians.

COOK ISLANDS The Cook Islands is a nation in the South Pacific, with political links to New Zealand. Its 15 islands are scattered over a vast area. The largest island, Rarotonga, is home to rugged mountains and Avarua, the national capital. To the north, Aitutaki Island has a vast lagoon encircled by coral reefs and small, sandy islets. The country is renowned for its many snorkeling and scuba-diving sites. Cook island is a visa free country valid for 31 days for Nigerians.

COTE’D IVORE
Côte d’Ivoire is a West African country with beach resorts, rainforests and a French-colonial legacy. Abidjan, on the Atlantic coast, is the country’s major urban center. Its modern landmarks include zigguratlike, concrete La pyramid and St. Paul’s Cathedral, a swooping structure tethered to a massive cross. North of the central business district, Banco National Park is a rainforest preserve with hiking trails.

DOMINICIA
Affectionately know as the “nation island” Dominica is a paradise for hikers and dream destination for divers.it is a place of incredible natural beauty and easy going Caribbean charm. Dominica is a home to a sensational bounty of natural attractions and a population of more than 70,000 people. popular attraction include Trafalgar falls, boiling lake, and titou George. Dominica is a 21 days visa free visit for Nigerians.

FIJI
Fiji, an island nation offering the quintessential coastal holiday experience provides you with palm tree lined beaches, underwater adventures and an exceptional culture. Leading attractions include pacific harbour’s zip lining opportunities, sigatoka’s natadola beach, and denarau island’s port denarau marina. Fiji is a 21days visa free visit for Nigerians.

GAMBIA
Gambia is a small West African country  known for its diverse ecosystems around the central Gambia River. The country is known for the beaches along its small Atlantic coastline and for being home to Jufureh (Juffure), the reputed ancestral village of Kunta Kinte, the main character in Alex Haley’s well-known novel Roots. This country gives 90 days visa free visit to Nigerians.

GHANA
Ghana, officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country in West Africa. It spans the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, sharing borders with the Ivory Coast in the west, Burkina Faso in the north, and Togo in the east. Welcome to Ghana where drums and dance invites you in, and songs are written about it’s natural beauty.

Ghana is rich in west Africa history and has a melodious music culture and warm hearted residents that make up the population of 27 million. Attractions include Bojo beach in Accra, cape coast castle in cape coast and wli waterfalls in hohoe. Ghana is a 90 days visa free visit for Nigerians.

GUINEA
Guinea is a country in West Africa, bordered on the west by the Atlantic Ocean.  On the coast, the capital city, Conakry, is home to the modern Grand Mosque and the National Museum, with its regional artifacts. It has the largest deposits of bauxite and iron ore in the world and is a gold and diamond producer. Thanks to these mineral resources, Guinea has the potential of being one of Africa’s richest countries.  This country gives 90 days visa free visit to Nigerians.

GUINEA-BISSAU
Guinea-Bissau produces plenty of cashew nuts which makes it the sixth largest producer in the world. This is its chief foreign exchange earner. Apart from cashew nuts, Guinea-Bissau also exports peanuts, frozen seafood, fish, palm kernels, and timber. This country gives a 90 days free visa visit for Nigerian citizens.

HAITI
Haiti is a Caribbean country that shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic to its east. many of Haiti’s landmarks dating to the early 19th century remain intact. These include Citadelle la Ferrière, a mountain top fortress, and the nearby ruins of Sans-Souci Palace, the baroque former royal home of King Henry. Haiti is known for its rich history, cultural extent, The country is filled with golden beaches, mountains, and clear waters. there is an estimated potential worth of $20 billion in precious metals, including gold, located in the North of the country. However this country gives Nigerian citizens a 90 days visa free visit.

LIBERIA
Liberia is a country in West Africa, bordering Sierra Leone, Guinea and Côte d’Ivoire. Liberia is the only Black state in Africa never subjected to colonial rule and is Africa’s oldest republic. It was established on land acquired for freed U.S. slaves by the American Colonization Society, which founded a colony at Cape Mesurado in 1821. This country gives Nigerian citizens visa free entry for 90 days.

MALI
Mali, officially the Republic of Mali, is a landlocked country in West Africa. The capital city of Mali is Bamako, which lies on the banks of the Niger River. Bamako is popular for its local markets and live music. The official language of Mali is French. Around 80% speak Bambara and numerous other African languages. Mali’s Great Mosque of Djenne is the largest mud brick building in the world. This country offers 90 days free visa visit to Nigerian citizens.

MICRONESIA
The Federated States of Micronesia is a country spread across the western Pacific Ocean comprising more than 600 islands. Micronesia is made up of 4 island states: Pohnpei, Kosrae, Chuuk and Yap. The country is known for palm-shaded beaches, wreck-filled dives and ancient ruins, including Nan Madol, sunken basalt temples and burial vaults that extend out of a lagoon on Pohnpei.

Micronesia is known for its delicious seafood and non-vegetarian food. If you are going to visit Micronesia, then your journey will not be complete without including the local cuisine. Namely; taro, yam, and bread-fruit. This country gives Nigerian citizens a maximum of 30 days free visit.

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MONTSERRAT
Montserrat is a mountainous Caribbean Island, part of the Lesser Antilles chain and a British Overseas Territory. It is one of the most exuberant and attractive tropical islands in the world due to its beaches, while many people fall in love with the volcano paradise, It is nicknamed “The Emerald Isle of the Caribbean” both for its resemblance to coastal Ireland and for the Irish ancestry of many of its inhabitants.  This country is a visa free for Nigerians with a stay of 180 days maximum.

NIGER
Niger officially the Republic of the Niger, is a landlocked country in West Africa named after the Niger River.  Niger sits on some of the world’s largest uranium deposits, Its economy is based on subsistence agriculture, like crops and livestock, and the export of raw commodities. However this country gives 90 days visa free for Nigerian passport holder citizen.

NIUE
Niue is a small island nation in the South Pacific Ocean. It’s known for its limestone cliffs and coral-reef dive sites. Niue is a very safe island. The only jail is located next to the only golf course and is considered an open prison. Crime is extremely minimal if not non-existent, and it’s not uncommon for tourists to meet the Premier. Niue is well known as one of the largest upraised coral atoll in the world situated in the middle of the South Pacific within a triangle boundary of Tonga, Samoan and Cook Islands.

• Niue is one of the last countries in the world to see the sunset each day and celebrate the New Year each year
• The country has one of the highest rates of politicians per capita
• Niue has no traffic lights
• The country was named the first Dark Sky Nation
• It’s one of the least-visited countries in the world.
• A coral atoll is created when a coral reef forms on top of an underwater volcanic peak.
• Due to Niue’s unusual formation, the island is full of chasms, caves, arches and other limestone features. This makes for some impressive sights in Niue. The rocky shores and lack of beaches also contribute to the island’s famous nickname, “The Rock” or “Rock of Polynesia”

Maximum duration for a Nigerian passport holder is 1 month.

SENEGAL
Senegal, officially the Republic of Senegal, is a country in West Africa. The country gleans its culinary inspiration from far and wide, combining French and North African influences with ancient local traditions. The staple dish for most families is thiéboudienne (fish and rice). You’ll find thousands of different variations around the country. This country gives Nigerian 3 months maximum stay without visa.

SIERRA-LEONE
Sierra Leone is a country in West Africa, on the Atlantic Ocean. It’s known for the white-sand beaches lining the Freetown Peninsula. The capital city, Freetown, commemorates the nation’s slave-trade history with the Cotton Tree landmark and King’s Yard Gate. Both were known as places of refuge for returned slaves in the 18th and 19th centuries. This country gives a Nigerian passport holder visa free for over 90 days.

ST. KITTS AND NEVIS
Saint Kitts and Nevis is a dual-island nation situated between the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. It’s known for cloud-shrouded mountains and beaches.  The larger of the 2 islands, Saint Kitts, is dominated by the dormant Mount Liamuiga volcano, home to a crater lake, green vervet monkeys and rainforest crisscrossed with hiking trails.

Of the two islands, St. Kitts is also where you’ll find the most activities away from the shore (including tours of the historic Brimstone Fortress and several golf courses). Quiet Nevis is better known for its beaches, including the famous Pinney’s and clear water snorkeling at Oualie. This country gives Nigeria 3 months visa free entry.

TOGO
Togo, a West African nation on the Gulf of Guinea, is known for its palm-lined beaches and hilltop villages. Food and cash crop production employs the majority of the labor force and contributes about 42% to the gross domestic product (GDP)Togo has great beaches, scenic spots and busy markets to make any holiday a memorable one. The estimated days a Nigerian passport holder can stay in this country is 30 days.

VANUATU
Vanuatu is a South Pacific Ocean nation made up of roughly 80 islands that stretch 1,300 kilometers. The islands offer scuba diving at coral reefs, underwater caverns and wrecks such as the WWII-era troopship SS President Coolidge.

There are almost too many reasons to visit Vanuatu. Vanuatu is home to one of the world’s most sought after dive sites. its phenomenal diving and snorkeling, turquoise freshwater blue holes, famous white beaches and caves, the maximum duration a Nigerian passport holder can stay in this country is 1 month.

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