Thai visa for Nigerian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Nigerian passport holders visiting Thailand for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Nigerian citizens to enter Thailand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Thailand e-visa for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Thailand visa on arrival for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
Thailand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nigerian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Thailand.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Thailand.
If you are looking for Thailand visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Nigeria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Thailand nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of Thailand in Abuja, Nigeria (Working hours: Close now)
Thailand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Thailand diplomatic mission offices to Nigeria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nigeria traveling to Thailand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nigeria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 14,584 | N/A |
| 2009 | 14,150 | -2.98% |
| 2010 | 15,936 | 12.62% |
| 2011 | 19,230 | 20.67% |
| 2012 | 22,354 | 16.25% |
| 2013 | 26,547 | 18.76% |
| 2014 | 24,810 | -6.54% |
| 2015 | 29,923 | 20.61% |
| 2016 | 32,530 | 8.71% |
| 2017 | 35,592 | 9.41% |
| 2018 | 38,178 | 7.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Thailand & Nigeria comparison
Thailand's area is approximately 510,890 km2 (197,255 sq mi), while the area of Nigeria is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi). This means Nigeria is 78.27% larger than Thailand.
As of April 2024, Thailand's population is ~70.5 million people - 156,915,217 fewer people than the population of Nigeria.
We have highlighted Thailand & Nigeria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Thailand | Nigeria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 70,497,977 | 227,413,194 | 156.9 million fewer people live in Thailand than Nigeria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 102 | Thailand has 4 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nigeria. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 35 | 26 | Thailand passport holders can visit 9 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 144 | 93 | Thai hosts 51 more foreign missions than Nigeria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nigeria travel to Thailand in one year?
The number of visitors from Nigeria visiting Thailand in 2018 was approximately 38,178.
Comments (1)
Good morning sir,
Am writing to confirm of an event taking place in Bangkok, Thailand on the 10th-13th of November, 2023.
It is hosted by Best Diplomat( Diplomatic Simulation).
kindly assist me, if this event is genuine as I have huge interest to attend.
Secondly,am a holder of Nigerian passport but resident in Eswatini,married to a Swazi for 8 years now. And am a preacher of the gospel and an entrepreneur too.
Lastly,what is the visitor Visa fee and what is the duration of application in getting Thailand Visa.
Thank you.
Benny Alabi
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Benny Abiodun Alabi
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Useful Information
- Bangkok to Abuja: 9256.65 km (5751.81 mi)
- Travel time: 19 hours 17 minutes
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