The Federal Government has commenced the implementation of a 30-day visa-free entry policy for citizens of Rwanda visiting Nigeria, as part of efforts to deepen diplomatic, trade and economic relations between both nations.
The Nigeria Immigration Service disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s announcement at the Africa CEO Forum held in Kigali.
According to the immigration agency, the policy was introduced on a reciprocal basis after the Rwandan government granted similar visa-free access to Nigerian citizens.
The Service stated that all modalities required for the immediate enforcement of the directive had been concluded.
Under the arrangement, Rwandan nationals are now permitted to enter Nigeria without a visa for up to 30 days for legitimate purposes such as tourism, business activities and official engagements.
The agency, however, clarified that visitors seeking to stay beyond the approved duration must obtain the appropriate visa through Nigerian embassies, high commissions or the country’s e-Visa platform.
It added that all international entry points across the country, including airports, land borders and seaports, had been directed to begin immediate enforcement of the presidential directive.
The NIS noted that the initiative reflects the growing diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and Rwanda while advancing regional integration, tourism and economic cooperation across Africa.
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The Service also reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safe, lawful and orderly migration in line with global best practices and the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
