Family & Spouse Visa

Family and Spouse

Family & Spouse Visa

The Nigeria Family & Spouse Visa is designed for foreign nationals married to Nigerian citizens, enabling family reunification and long-term residence in Nigeria. This visa category provides a pathway to join your Nigerian spouse and potentially obtain permanent residence status through marriage to a Nigerian citizen.

Our family immigration specialists understand the sensitive nature of Family & Spouse Visa applications and provide compassionate, expert guidance throughout the process. We ensure your genuine marriage is properly documented and presented to meet all Nigerian Immigration Service requirements for successful family reunification.

Key Benefits:

  • Valid for family reunification with Nigerian spouse
  • Multiple entry privileges for married couples
  • Processing time: 10-14 working days with expert assistance
  • Pathway to permanent residence and eventual citizenship
  • Work authorization available after arrival

Processes & Requirements

Step 1: Marriage Documentation and Verification

Our family immigration consultants verify your marriage documentation and ensure all certificates meet Nigerian legal requirements. We coordinate with relevant authorities to authenticate foreign marriage certificates.

Step 2: Spousal Relationship Evidence Compilation

We help compile comprehensive evidence of your genuine marriage relationship, including joint financial records, communication history, photographs, and witness statements that demonstrate marital authenticity.

Step 3: Nigerian Spouse Documentation

Coordinate with your Nigerian spouse to obtain all required citizenship documentation, sponsorship letters, and financial support evidence needed for the visa application.

Step 4: Embassy Application Submission

Submit your complete spouse visa application to the Nigerian embassy with all supporting documents properly formatted and authenticated according to current family immigration requirements.

Step 5: Visa Collection and Integration Support

Once approved, we arrange visa collection and provide comprehensive guidance on relocating to Nigeria, including legal rights, work permits, and permanent residence pathways.

Mandatory Documents for All Applicants:

  • Completed spouse visa application (IMM/22) with passport photographs
  • Original passport with minimum 6 months validity and 2 blank pages
  • Passport photographs (4 recent color photos, 45mm x 35mm, white background)
  • Marriage certificate (original and certified copies)
  • Police clearance certificate from country of residence (not older than 3 months)
  • Medical examination report from approved Nigerian embassy medical panel
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for all travelers)
  • Birth certificate (original and certified copies)

Marriage Documentation Requirements:

  • Marriage certificate authenticated by issuing country’s authorities
  • Certificate of no impediment (if married outside Nigeria)
  • Divorce decree or death certificate (if previously married)
  • Religious marriage certificate (if applicable)
  • Marriage photos and wedding documentation
  • Joint bank account statements (if available)

Nigerian Spouse Requirements:

  • Nigerian passport or national ID card (original and copies)
  • Birth certificate or age declaration
  • Certificate of origin from local government area
  • Marriage affidavit sworn before Nigerian court
  • Employment letter or business registration
  • Bank statements showing financial capacity to support spouse
  • Accommodation proof (property documents or lease agreement)

Relationship Evidence Documentation:

  • Communication records (emails, messages, call logs)
  • Joint photographs spanning the relationship period
  • Travel records showing visits between countries
  • Joint financial documents (if any)
  • Witness statements from family and friends
  • Engagement photos and proposal documentation

Document Authentication Requirements:

  • All foreign documents must be apostilled or legalized
  • Marriage certificates require authentication from issuing authorities
  • Educational certificates may need verification for work permit applications
  • Medical reports must be from Nigerian embassy approved panels

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Nigeria spouse visa processing take?
Standard processing time is 10-14 working days with professional assistance. Complex cases requiring additional verification may take 2-3 weeks. Rush processing available for urgent family situations.
Foreign marriage certificates are accepted if properly authenticated and apostilled. We assist with the authentication process and ensure all documents meet Nigerian legal requirements.
Spouse visa holders can apply for work permits after arrival in Nigeria. We assist with work authorization applications to enable employment with your spousal status.
We help compile comprehensive evidence including joint finances, communication records, photographs, witness statements, and documentation of time spent together to demonstrate relationship authenticity.
Your Nigerian spouse can sponsor your application even if living abroad, but must provide proof of Nigerian citizenship and intention to return to Nigeria with you.
Yes, marriage to a Nigerian citizen provides a pathway to permanent residence. We assist with the subsequent permanent residence application process after your arrival.
We provide detailed rejection analysis and free reapplication assistance if issues are correctable. Common rejection reasons include insufficient relationship evidence or incomplete documentation.
Fees vary by nationality and processing location. Our comprehensive packages include all government fees, document authentication, and professional consultation. Contact us for current pricing.

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