Do Nigerian passport holders need a visa for China?
Yes. Nigerian passport holders need a visa to visit China for tourism. Not on China's 30-day unilateral visa-free list or its 240-hour transit list. Groups organised by a Hong Kong or Macao travel agency can enter the Greater Bay Area or Hainan visa-free for up to 6 days.
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Not on China's 30-day unilateral visa-free list or its 240-hour transit list. Groups organised by a Hong Kong or Macao travel agency can enter the Greater Bay Area or Hainan visa-free for up to 6 days.
Nigerian passport holders need a visa to visit China for tourism.
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Why we say this
Exit and Entry Administration Law of the PRC, Arts. 15 and 22
Verified on October 31, 2026 (1 day ago).
Common questions about this route
- Where do Nigerian passport holders apply for a China visa?
- You apply online, through the official China application form.
See the full requirements and how to apply
Requirements last updated October 2026.