United StatesNiger: Not admitted

United StatesNiger

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Niger?

Not admitted

Entry to Niger is generally not permitted for United States passport holders under current policy.

Entry is generally not permitted on this passport under current policy.

Source: finance.yahoo.com (checked September 12, 2026).

RequirementNot admitted

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance8,138 km, straight line (~10h 4m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Niger12 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Niger passport holders visiting United States: Not admitted.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Niger?

Entry to Niger is generally not permitted for United States passport holders under current policy.

How far is Niger from United States?

About 8,138 km in a straight line, roughly ~10h 4m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Niger?

West African CFA franc (XOF).

What is the emergency number in Niger?

17 / 18.

What time zone is Niger in?

Niamey (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Niamey?

Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter Niger without a visa?

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

What nearby countries can United States passport holders visit without a visa instead of Niger?

São Tomé and Príncipe, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Senegal.

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 United States

The United States of America (USA), also known as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a country primarily located in North America. It is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal capital district, Washington, D.C. The 48 contiguous states border Canada to the north and Mexico to the south, with the semi-exclave of Alaska in the northwest and the archipelago of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean. The United States also asserts sovereignty over five major island territories and various uninhabited islands in Oceania and the Caribbean. It is a megadiverse country, with the world's fourth-largest total area and third-largest population, exceeding 341 million.

CapitalWashington D.C.

RegionNorth America

Population341.8M

Area9,372,610 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+1

Drives on theright

TimezoneNew York (UTC-4)

Nearest airportRonald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 4 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites29

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$90,027 (2025)

Tourist arrivals45M (2020)

Travel guide

The United States of America spans a continent and numerous islands: its diverse geography comprises vast uninhabited areas of natural beauty punctuated by cities ringed by sprawling suburbs. Its wide array of tourist destinations includes the skyscrapers of Manhattan and Chicago, the natural wonders of Yellowstone and Alaska, the canyonlands of the Southwest, the towering volcanoes and rugged coastlines of the Pacific Northwest, and the warm, sunny beaches of Florida, Hawaii, and Southern California.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Chaco Culture World Heritage Site
El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Everglades National Park
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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks
Independence Hall

Upcoming public holidays

October 12, 2026Columbus Day

October 12, 2026Indigenous Peoples' Day

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About Niger

Niger, officially the Republic of the Niger, is a landlocked country in West Africa. It is a unitary state bordered by Libya to the northeast, Chad to the east, Nigeria to the south, Benin and Burkina Faso to the southwest, Mali to the west and Algeria to the northwest. It covers a land area of almost 1.27 million km2 (490,000 mi2), making it the sixth-largest country in Africa and the second-largest landlocked nation in Africa behind Chad. Over 80% of its land area lies in the Sahara. Its predominantly Muslim population of about 29 million lives mostly in clusters in the south and west of the country. The capital Niamey is located in the southwest corner along the namesake Niger River.

CapitalNiamey

RegionWestern Africa

Population27.9M

Area1,267,000 km²

CurrencyWest African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XOF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+227

Drives on theright

TimezoneNiamey (UTC+1)

Nearest airportDiori Hamani International Airport (NIM), 9 km

Emergency number17 / 18

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$775 (2025)

Tourist arrivals85K (2020)

Climate in Niamey

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

Monthly climate normals for Niamey, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.9°C	17°C	0mm	318h
February	34.1°C	18.5°C	0mm	309h
March	39.3°C	24.3°C	0mm	324h
April	41.6°C	28°C	0mm	311h
May	40.5°C	28.7°C	3mm	335h
June	38.7°C	28.4°C	2mm	318h
July	33.7°C	25.6°C	52mm	295h
August	30.6°C	23.9°C	207mm	281h
September	32.7°C	24.4°C	20mm	292h
October	35.9°C	23.5°C	7mm	332h
November	34.9°C	19.8°C	0mm	329h
December	35.2°C	18.9°C	0mm	331h

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

Niger is a large, arid, landlocked country situated in the Sahel. Formerly a French colony, Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world and is largely agrarian. Negative things aside, Nigeriens in general are quite friendly and down-to earth, and you can expect to come across numerous curious faces during your stay. Chances are, you may be the first person from your country they have ever met.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aïr and Ténéré National Nature Reserve
Historic Center of Agadez
W-Arly-Pendjari Complex

Upcoming public holidays

December 18, 2026Nigerien Republic Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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