Nigeria•AfricaInvestor Visa - Small Scale Enterprise (N3A)
At a Glance
Processing Time
20-30 days
Application Fee
800 USD
Stay Duration
5 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Investor visa for small-scale business investments. Valid for 5 years renewable. Path to permanent residency.
The N3A visa is for foreign investors establishing small-scale enterprises contributing to Nigeria's economic development.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
250,000 EUR
Investment Required
250,000 USD
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Business plan
Detailed business proposal for small enterprise
Capital proof
Bank statements showing USD 50,000+
Educational credentials
Business or relevant background
Medical clearance
Health examination
Police clearance
Criminal record check
Company registration
If business already established
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Advantages
- 5-year renewable residence permit
- Work and reside in Nigeria
- Can sponsor family dependents
- Pathway to permanent residence
- Business ownership opportunity
- Economic contribution valued
Considerations
- Minimum USD 50,000 investment required
- Business must be actively operating
- Regular reporting requirements
- Must maintain investment levels
Application Process
Business plan
Small-scale enterprise proposal
Capital proof
Evidence of minimum investment funds
Visa application
Submit N3A application
Business assessment
Evaluation of business plan
Interview
Business and investment interview
Visa approval
Receive investor visa
Application Forms
Small Scale Investor Visa Application
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