Nigeria•AfricaSpouse of AEP Visa (R8B)
At a Glance
Processing Time
10-15 days
Application Fee
250 USD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Dependent visa for spouses of academic exchange participants. Valid for 2 years renewable.
The R8B visa is for spouses of academic exchange participants to reside in Nigeria with their academic spouse.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Marriage certificate
Legal marriage proof
Spouse academic invitation
From Nigerian institution
Medical clearance
Health examination
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Advantages
- Allows spouse to accompany academic participant
- 2-year renewable permit
- May permit employment with approval
Considerations
- Dependent on spouse's academic status
- Tied to principal visa
Application Process
Principal R8A approval
Spouse must have R8A visa
Marriage certificate
Proof of legal marriage
Apply with principal
Submit with spouse's application
Visa issuance
Spouse dependent visa approved
Application Forms
Spouse of AEP Visa Application
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