Purpose: A Highly Skilled Immigrant Visa for foreign nationals who possess knowledge, abilities, and technical know-how deemed highly relevant to the current and future needs of the Nigerian economy.

Eligibility: Foreign nationals with specialized knowledge or technical expertise in an area relevant to Nigeria’s economic needs

Requirements:

• Valid Passport and recent passport photo
• Letter of recommendation by the Nigerian Skills Gap Assessment (under ITF)
• Vetted credentials and CV/skill profile
• Police report from place of residence

Steps to obtain

1. Obtain Documentation.
2. Apply online (embassy).
3. Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
4. Obtain Visa.

• Validity: 90 days from issuance.
• Extendable: Yes.
• Stay duration: 5years, Multiple entry. (Residence permit)
• Restrictions: Permitted to work and reside in Nigeria
• Family/Group Applications: Family/Dependants: Apply for N6A, N6B, N6C and N6D for spouse, minors, adult children, and aged parents respectively.