Buhari new visa policy
You're referring to the new visa policy introduced by the Nigerian government under the leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari.
In 2019, the Nigerian government introduced a new visa policy aimed at promoting tourism, trade, and investment in the country. The policy is designed to make it easier for foreigners to visit and do business in Nigeria.
Here are some key features of the new visa policy:
- Visa-free regime: The policy allows citizens of 12 countries (including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the European Union) to visit Nigeria without a visa for a period of 30 days.
- Electronic Visa Application: The policy introduces an electronic visa application system, which allows applicants to apply for visas online and receive electronic visas.
- Multiple-entry visas: The policy allows for multiple-entry visas, which enable foreigners to enter and exit Nigeria multiple times within a specified period.
- Visa on arrival: The policy allows for visa on arrival for certain categories of travelers, including business travelers, tourists, and investors.
- Streamlined process: The policy aims to streamline the visa application process, reducing the time and cost associated with obtaining a visa.
- Increased validity period: The policy increases the validity period of visas from 3 months to 6 months for certain categories of travelers.
- Simplified requirements: The policy simplifies the requirements for obtaining a visa, reducing the number of documents required and eliminating the need for a letter of invitation.
The new visa policy is expected to boost tourism, trade, and investment in Nigeria, as well as promote economic growth and development.