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Four Asian countries offer Nigerians visas on arrival

By , based on Vanguard

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The Maldives, Lebanon, Timor-Leste and Cambodia are presented as Asian destinations where Nigerian passport holders can benefit from entry arrangements without obtaining a visa before departure. Conditions vary by country and may include a valid passport, accommodation booking, return ticket and proof of funds, according to 2026 travel information cited by Vanguard.

Nigerian passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in four Asian destinations: the Maldives, Lebanon, Timor-Leste and Cambodia, according to travel information available for 2026 and reported by Vanguard. These arrangements allow eligible travellers to apply for entry authorisation at certain airports rather than submitting a traditional visa application before departure.

Entry requirements vary from country to country. Travellers should in particular check their eligibility and the applicable formalities before booking their flight, Vanguard said.

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