R1D — Dependant (18+)

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

7-28 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Children 18+ of R1A holder

The R1D visa is for adult children (18+) of R1A accredited diplomats. It is processed via diplomatic channels and is typically free of charge. It allows for residence in Nigeria as a dependent of the principal diplomat.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Valid Passport

Passport photo

Birth Certificate

Letter from Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Copy of principal's R1A visa

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid Passport

Passport Photographs

Note Verbale

Birth Certificate

Copy of principal's R1A visa

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Fee-exempt
Allows adult children to accompany diplomatic parents

Worth Knowing

Strictly tied to principal's status
No independent work rights
Lack of diplomatic accreditation

Application Process

Obtain Note Verbale

Apply via NIS portal

Submit to Embassy/Consulate

Diplomatic processing

Application Forms

Nigeria Immigration Service Portal

Fill online

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