Nigeria•AfricaIntern Visa (R9A)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
300 USD
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary visa for international interns and trainees. Valid for 1 year for internship and on-the-job training programs.
The R9A visa is for international students and young professionals undertaking internships and vocational training in Nigeria.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Education
Bachelor or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Internship offer letter
From Nigerian organization
Academic credentials
Student ID or transcript
Educational institution letter
Confirming enrollment and internship requirement
Proof of funds
Bank statement
Medical clearance
Health examination
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Advantages
- Allows hands-on training in Nigeria
- Up to 1 year duration
- Supports professional development
Considerations
- Limited to internship/training only
- Cannot change to other employment
- Usually no family dependents
Application Process
Internship offer
From Nigerian organization/company
Training program details
Internship duration and description
Visa application
Apply at embassy/consulate
Processing
Assessment of internship program
Visa issuance
Receive intern visa for entry
Employment registration
Register with immigration upon arrival
Application Forms
Intern Visa Application Form
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