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Moving to Nigeria: every visa & residency route in 2026

There is 1 way to move to Nigeria legally as of 2026 — spanning digital nomad routes. Here's every one, what it actually requires, and where it leads.

This route checked against official government sources · July 2026 · how we verify

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Lowest income route
Lowest investment / deposit
Residency
Second passport?
Healthcare in NigeriaMostly private · private cover from about $60–180/mo.See how it works →After you land: your first 90 days in NigeriaRegistration, the TIN, bank account, healthcare, driver's license — with the real deadlines.The checklist →

Every route, side by side

RouteTypeRequirementLeads to
Tech Pioneer Visa (EOS)Digital nomadNo income minimumTemporary residency

Digital nomad route to Nigeria

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🇳🇬Tech Pioneer Visa (EOS)

No income minimum

Digital nomad
Temporary residency2-yr permit
Entry barLow bar1 out of 5

No income floor and no capital requirement.

Nigeria's Startup Act (2022) created the EOS visa class for foreign tech entrepreneurs and remote workers. Requires evidence of working in tech/digital. No fixed income bar but must show financial means. 2-year visa.

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Moving to Nigeria: FAQ

How many ways are there to move to Nigeria?

This dataset tracks 1 residency or visa route into Nigeria as of 2026, across digital nomad pathways. Each has its own income, investment, or heritage requirement.

Does Nigeria have a digital nomad visa?

Yes — the Tech Pioneer Visa (EOS) lets remote workers live in Nigeria. It has no fixed income minimum. Nigeria's Startup Act (2022) created the EOS visa class for foreign tech entrepreneurs and remote workers. Requires evidence of working in tech/digital. No fixed income bar but must show financial means. 2-year visa.

Does moving to Nigeria lead to a second passport?

The routes in this dataset lead to residency in Nigeria rather than a fast passport. Some may still qualify you for naturalization after the standard residency period, but that isn't guaranteed — verify with the authority or an immigration attorney.

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