The Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) is a visa for those who are going to travel to Nigeria for a temporary work assignment for a limited period. The visa is typically used for installations, technical work, repairs, training, project work, or other short-term work assignments. The visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue, is valid for one entry and gives the right to stay in Nigeria for up to 90 days.
At Alla Visum you can get help with your application for a Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) to Nigeria. We help you check the data, reduce the risk of errors and ensure that your application is handled correctly before travel. You can easily start the application online, fill out the form, upload documents, and get help throughout the process.
About Temporary Work Permit (TWP) to Nigeria
The Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) is an official visa for people who are to perform a temporary work assignment in Nigeria for a limited period of time.
The visa is used by technicians, consultants, project staff, installers, and other specialists who need to travel to Nigeria to perform a specific assignment for a shorter period. It is a visa and not an electronic travel authorization.
Swedish citizens who are going to carry out work in Nigeria for a limited period of time need to apply for a TWP visa before departure. The visa must be issued before the start of the trip.
The visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue. This means that you must enter Nigeria within this period. The visa is valid for one entry and you are allowed to stay in Nigeria for up to 90 days from the date of entry.
You will need the following documents to apply:
- Completed visa application
- Physical passport
- Visa photo
- Letter of guarantee from the employer
- Invitation from the company in Nigeria
- Work Permit from the Government of Nigeria (Cablegram)
- Certificate that you have been vaccinated against yellow fever
Nigeria can change visa rules and document requirements on short notice. It is therefore important to check the current rules before submitting the application.
Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) Rules
The Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) is intended for people who will be performing a temporary work assignment in Nigeria
Important rules to know:
• The visa must be used within 3 months from the date of issue
• You are allowed to stay in Nigeria for up to 90 days from the date of entry
• The visa is valid for one entry
• The visa is intended for temporary work assignments, technical efforts and project work
• The visa is not intended for long-term employment in Nigeria
• The visa is not intended for study or tourism
• The final decision is always made by Nigeria's immigration authorities
• Any extension or modification of stay is decided by the Nigeria Immigration Service
Are you a Swedish citizen?
If you are a Swedish citizen and are going to carry out a temporary work assignment in Nigeria, you will need a TWP visa before departure. A proper visa reduces the risk of problems at check-in, border control, or during your stay in Nigeria.
At Alla Visum, we help you check the documents, fill out the application correctly and ensure that all documents meet the authorities' requirements before submitting the application.
Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria
The embassy of Sweden in Abuja is responsible for Sweden's diplomatic relations with Nigeria and assists Swedish citizens with consular matters. For questions about visas to Nigeria, we recommend that you contact All Visas for guidance on the application process.
Embassy of Nigeria in Sweden
The embassy of Nigeria in Stockholm is responsible for diplomatic relations between Nigeria and Sweden as well as certain consular services for Nigerian citizens. If you need to apply for a visa to Nigeria or have questions about entry rules, we recommend that you contact All Visas. We will help you check which documents are required, fill in the application correctly and ensure that all documents meet the requirements of the authorities before submitting the application.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
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FAQ Temporary Work Permit TWP F8A to Nigeria
The Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) is a visa for people who are going to travel to Nigeria for a temporary work assignment for a limited period.
People who have a temporary work assignment in Nigeria, such as technicians, consultants, or project staff, can apply for the visa.
The visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue. You must enter Nigeria within this period.
You are allowed to stay in Nigeria for up to 90 days from the date of entry.
The Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) is a Single Entry visa valid for one entry.
You will need a valid passport, visa application, visa photo, invitation letter from companies in Nigeria, and documents proving the temporary work assignment.
The price starts from 9 000 SEK per application and varies depending on the level of service (Standard, Express or Premium) as well as any additional services. You will see the final price on our website before completing your order.
The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications. Standard processing takes about four weeks.
You can submit your application as soon as you have gathered all the necessary documents. We will check when it is time to submit the application to the embassy based on your planned travel date. The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications.
At Alla Visum, we help you through the entire application process. We review your documents, help you complete the application correctly, and ensure that all documents meet the embassy's requirements before submitting the application. If the embassy or the authorities request additional documents, we will contact you and help you produce the right documents. We also follow up on your application and keep in touch with the embassy during the processing. Our goal is to make the process as simple and smooth as possible, while reducing the risk of delays and unnecessary rejections.
If you plan to stay longer than 90 days or work long-term in Nigeria, an STR visa and subsequent residence and work permit may be more appropriate.
Yes. The Nigeria Temporary Work Permit (TWP) is intended for temporary work assignments for a limited period of time.
If you are going to study in Nigeria, you will need to apply for a student visa or other suitable visa type.
If the purpose of the trip is business meetings, conferences, or company visits without performing work, a business visa may be more appropriate.
If the purpose of the trip is to visit family or friends, you should apply for a visitor visa instead of a TWP visa.
Any extension or modification of stay is decided by the Nigeria Immigration Service. The final decision is always made by the Nigerian authorities.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
Temporary Work Permit TWP F8A
Valid for
90 days
Number of entries
Single entry
Max stay
90 days
Requirements for Temporary Work Permit TWP F8A to Nigeria
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Letter of guarantee
- Work permits
- Invitation
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate