Nigeria is represented in Australia by its high commission in Canberra.
Offices of Nigeria in Australia
Open an office to see its full address, opening hours by day, the area it serves and how to contact it.
Consular services of Nigeria for people in Australia
Nigeria's official channels list 8 services for people in Australia. Each one shows where to apply, what to bring and the fees when they are published.
- Certification of personal documentsThe High Commission certifies personal documents or certificates on written request, by post.
- e-Passport (new, renewal, replacement)Nigerians in Australia enrol for a Nigerian e-passport at the High Commission in Canberra after applying and paying online.
- Lost passport replacementNigerians who have lost their passport must get clearance from Abuja before a replacement is issued.
- Emergency travel certificateA one-way certificate to travel to Nigeria, issued at the High Commission's discretion and valid 30 days, for Nigerians without a usable passport.
- Business visaVisa to attend business meetings in Nigeria, applied for online and lodged by post.
- Subject-to-regularisation (STR) visaVisa for applicants taking up employment in Nigeria who already hold STR approval from the Ministry of Interior.
- Temporary work permit (TWP) visaVisa for short-term work in Nigeria such as machinery installation, requiring prior approval from Abuja.
- Tourist / visitor visaVisa for visiting family, friends or tourism in Nigeria, applied for online and then lodged by post with the High Commission.
Before you contact Nigeria's missions
Office details come from the Australian Government's diplomatic and consular lists and each country's official pages, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Opening hours, fees and requirements change without notice, so confirm with the office before you travel or send documents.
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