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Studying in Nigeria

The figures that decide most applications, from official sources. Guide checked 7 November 2026.
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Money you must showNo fixed amount: six months of bank statements or proof of sponsorship, plus proof that the minimum tuition fee is paid
Listed by the Nigeria Immigration Service for the R7A Student Visa.
Source: Nigeria Immigration Service, Student Visa R7A, checked 7 November 2026
Visa feeSet by nationality; the student residence card (CERPAC) costs USD 600
The R7A visa fee depends on your passport and is shown when you pay online. The CERPAC fee for students is listed by the Immigration Service.
Source: Nigeria Immigration Service, CERPAC, checked 7 November 2026
Work while you studyOnly with approval: no general right to work and no weekly limit published
The R7A page says students are permitted employment subject to approval.
Source: Nigeria Immigration Service, Student Visa R7A, checked 7 November 2026
Stay after you graduateNo post-study visa. Working needs an employment visa sponsored by an employer
The Nigeria Visa Policy 2025 lists no graduate or post-study category.
Source: Nigeria Visa Policy 2025, checked 7 November 2026