NigeriaSpain: Visa required

NigeriaSpain

Do Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Spain?

Visa required

Yes. Nigeria passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Spain.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance3,658 km, straight line (~4h 48m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Spain138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Spain passport holders visiting Nigeria: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Spain

Nigeria passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Nigeria passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Spain?

Yes. Nigeria passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Spain.

How far is Spain from Nigeria?

About 3,658 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 48m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Spain?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Spain?

061 / 091 / 112.

What time zone is Spain in?

Madrid (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Madrid?

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), about 14 km away.

How many countries can enter Spain without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Spain visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Nigeria passport holders visit without a visa instead of Spain?

Andorra, San Marino.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Nigeria

Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of 923,769 square kilometres (356,669 mi2). With a population of more than 242 million, it is the most populous country in Africa, and the world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. Nigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where its capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria by population is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the second largest in Africa.

CapitalAbuja

RegionWestern Africa

Population237.5M

Area923,768 km²

CurrencyNigerian naira (1 USD ≈ 1331.83 NGN)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+234

Drives on theright

TimezoneLagos (UTC+1)

Nearest airportNnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), 25 km

Emergency number112 / 199

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,224 (2025)

Tourist arrivals5.3M (2016)

Climate in Abuja

Warmest March, coolest August, driest January, sunniest December. Best time to visit: January, February, April, October, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abuja, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	33.6°C	20.7°C	0mm	340h
February	35.3°C	22.9°C	0mm	315h
March	34.9°C	24.2°C	4mm	304h
April	33.7°C	23.9°C	4mm	306h
May	31.8°C	23.2°C	62mm	285h
June	29.2°C	21.9°C	101mm	267h
July	26.7°C	21°C	245mm	215h
August	26.3°C	20.8°C	166mm	213h
September	26.9°C	20.9°C	298mm	196h
October	30.1°C	21.4°C	38mm	309h
November	32.7°C	22.8°C	0mm	327h
December	33.9°C	21.7°C	0mm	341h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Nigeria is a large country in equatorial West Africa, the most populous country of the continent, with about 216 million people in 2022. Rich in diversity and landscapes, the country is home to more than 250 ethnic groups and 500 languages.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Osun-Osogbo Grove
Royal Palace Of Oba Of Benin
Sukur
Sukur Kingdom

Upcoming public holidays

October 1, 2026National Day

November 1, 2026National Youth Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

Full source list on About.

About Spain

Spain, officially the Kingdom of Spain, is a country in Southern and Western Europe with territories in North Africa. Featuring the southernmost point of continental Europe, it is the largest country in Southern Europe and the fourth-most populous European Union (EU) member state. Spanning the majority of the Iberian Peninsula, its territory also includes the Canary Islands, in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean; the Balearic Islands, in the Western Mediterranean Sea; and the autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla, in mainland Africa. Peninsular Spain is bordered to the north by France, Andorra, and the Bay of Biscay; to the east and south by the Mediterranean Sea, Gibraltar and Morocco ; and to the west by Portugal and the Atlantic Ocean. Spain's capital and largest city is Madrid; other major urban areas include Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, Seville, Bilbao, Málaga, Murcia, Palma de Mallorca and Las Palmas.

CapitalMadrid

RegionSouthern Europe

Population49.4M

Area505,992 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+34

Drives on theright

TimezoneMadrid (UTC+2)

Nearest airportAdolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), 14 km

Emergency number061 / 091 / 112

UNESCO sites69

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$38,627 (2025)

Tourist arrivals36.4M (2020)

Climate in Madrid

Warmest July, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Madrid, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	10.3°C	2°C	30mm	194h
February	15.8°C	4.6°C	3mm	229h
March	16.5°C	5.7°C	70mm	264h
April	17.7°C	8.6°C	107mm	283h
May	25.5°C	13°C	40mm	373h
June	28.6°C	15.5°C	16mm	403h
July	35.5°C	20.9°C	1mm	431h
August	32.2°C	18.8°C	22mm	390h
September	26.5°C	14.6°C	34mm	332h
October	19.2°C	8.3°C	51mm	268h
November	14.8°C	6.4°C	94mm	196h
December	10.1°C	3.1°C	39mm	192h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzín, Granada
Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Antequera Dolmens Site
Aranjuez Cultural Landscape
Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida
Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco
Atapuerca
Basilica and Expiatory Church of the Holy Family
Burgos Cathedral
Campus de Alcalá de Henares, University of Alcalá

Upcoming public holidays

October 9, 2026Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana

October 12, 2026Fiesta Nacional de España

November 1, 2026Día de todos los Santos

Full source list on About.