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Nigerians traveling to Syria for business need a business visa. The Syrian business visa is a multiple entry visa valid for 30 to 90 days. It is also possible to get a 6 months visa; valid for one or multiple trips in a one-year period. A foreigner who wants to stay in Syria for more than fifteen days after the date of entry, have to inform the immigration office or its branches in the provinces to apply for a residence permit or to extend his visa. The granted residence permission is not a license to work and those who wish to engage in employment in the Syrian Arab Republic should obtain permission from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor. In case of loss or damage of the residence card, the card holder have to check the immigration department in Damascus or its branches within three days from the date of loss or damage to replace it with a new one. Travelers coming from areas infected with yellow fever (including Nigeria) should reveal a vaccination certificate against this disease. Those wishing to stay in Syria for more than a year should show a Devoid of AIDS certificate (CVI). The certificate serves to confirm that the traveler is HIV-free. Any tourist bringing a pet along should carry with him a health certificate written in English, authenticated in his country. As for cats and dogs, they must be accompanied by a certificate of vaccination against rabies. You can sign contracts, partake in auctions and exhibitions and also speak at business-related events while on this visa. Make sure you don’t have any evidence of travel to Israel on your passport, or you will not be let into the country. Visa fees might vary depending on where you apply, but it is usually $46. You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Syrian company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip. If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required. If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel. Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.

Nigerians traveling to Taiwan for business must first secure a business visa. Business visitors traveling to Taiwan may engage in the activities below: Attend business meetings Attend conferences or seminars Tour a company facility Buying goods for sale outside the country The Taiwan business visa can be issued on single or multiple entry basis. The duration of stay (each visit) for each visa class is normally 30-60 days based on the particular Taiwanese consulate. Original and photocopy of business registration certificate and tax clearance or IRS are required during the visa application. You are also required to provide an invitation letter issued by a registered Taiwanese company or organization (for example, a trade fair). The Taiwanese Business Visa can be extended for up to 120 days. It is illegal to work in Taiwan with the Business Visa. If you want to legally work in Taiwan, you will need a different kind of visa. Taiwanese business visa fees are the same as that of tourist visas. The applicant’s nationality and number of entries make a difference. If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required. If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel. Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required. Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration. Marriage certificate will be required if applicant is married.

Nigerians traveling to Ecuador for business must first secure a business visa. All documents submitted for the process of securing this visa must be originals or certified (notarized) copies. Documents provided by the applicant must be obtained only from accredited sources and departments. Some documents may need to be legally translated into Spanish, if not already in Spanish. All applications for business visas require the following to be submitted: Original and signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay in Ecuador, and with at least two blank passport pages available for Ecuador visa stamp(s). Confirmed round-trip or onward airline ticket or cruise passage ticket. Valid health/accidental insurance with full international coverage. Sufficient funds for the duration of stay in Ecuador. A completed form ” Solicitud de visa de inmigrante ” for the appropriate visa type. A completed form ” hoja de datos para la cédula ” (a data sheet, subsequently used for your identity card). Two current passport size photos, in color with white backdrop. Visa and Application fees, totaling about $350. A child (under 18) who is not traveling with both parents or a legal guardian must be ready to present a notarized parental letter of consent, a notarized copy of their birth certificate and notarized copies of parents' passports upon arrival.

This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians traveling to Venezuela for business purposes . You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Venezuelan company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip. If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required. If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel. Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 3 recent months) is required. Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration. You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa. It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company. Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted . Venezuela's child protection law mandates that minors (under 18) of any nationality who are traveling alone, with only one parent, or with a third party, must present a copy of their birth certificate. A written, notarized authorization from the absent parent(s) or legal guardian, specifically granting permission to travel alone, with one parent, or with a third party is also needed. If documents are prepared outside of Venezuela, the authorization and the birth certificate must be translated into Spanish, notarized, and authenticated by the Embassy of Venezuela or a Venezuelan Consulate. Venezuela uses biometric equipment to register photos and fingerprints of all travelers to Margarita Island. Business travelers are advised to take their passport with them when traveling to the Island. Travelers are advised to only use official crossing points when entering Venezuela. You must obtain an entry stamp to prove you entered the country legally.

Nigerians traveling to Jamaica for business must first secure a business visa. All documents submitted for the process of securing this visa must be originals or certified (notarized) copies. Documents provided by the applicant must be obtained only from accredited sources and departments. This visa allows foreigners to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners in the country. Holders of this visa are not prohibited from attending trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars relating to their profession. An official letter of invitation from the inviting company in Jamaica is required. The letter must state the purpose and duration of the visit. The business letter must also state who will be responsible for the applicant’s finances during his/her time in the country. A letter from the applicant’s employer should be provided. The letter must state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and length of employment. Proof of previous trade relations between the applicant’s company and the host company should be provided, if any. Documents which show that you have the incentive of returning to your country at the expiry of this visa is required. Proof of payment of visa application fee should be provided. International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is required. A child (under 18) who is not traveling with both parents or a legal guardian must be ready to present a notarized parental letter of consent, a notarized copy of their birth certificate and notarized copies of parents' passports upon arrival. Anyone applying for this visa must have the following: A valid passport One passport-size photograph Completed Visa Application Form J (signature is required) Valid return ticket to his/her country Flight itinerary Visa fee payable by money order

This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians traveling to Ireland for business purposes . The Ireland business visa is also a short-stay visa. All short-stay visas are called 'C' visas. A short-stay business visa allows you to travel to Ireland for up to 90 days for business or for work that lasts 14 days or less. The Ireland business visa allows you to travel to Ireland for up to 90 days for activities related to your job, including to: Attend meetings Negotiate or sign agreements or contracts Work for 14 days or less This visa does not allow you to: Work in any way (paid or unpaid) for 15 days or longer Rely on Irish public services, e.g. public hospitals Getting a visa does not automatically mean that you will be allowed to enter Ireland. An immigration officer at border control can refuse you entry even if you have a visa. A signed official letter from your employer confirming that you are undertaking this business trip on the company’s behalf is needed. The purpose and dates of the trip will also be outlined in the letter. If a number of trips are required/envisaged, this must be clearly stated in the letter. If going for a business meeting, the Irish company you’d be meeting will also provide a letter confirming the trip. If you are responsible for the costs of the trip, evidence of how you intend to finance your trip and support yourself for the duration of your visit must be provided. You need to present details of any previous applications you have made for an Irish visa, including those refused. If you have been refused a visa for any other country details of this should be submitted. Failure to disclose previous visa refusals will result in your Irish visa application being refused. You must apply for a visa from your home country or a country where you are a legal resident. You are advised to start preparing your application 3 months before you travel. Your application has 3 parts: Create a visa application online Pay the visa application fee Send your passport & other documents for processing In some cases, you may also need to provide bio-metric information You will be given information about where to send your documents after you create your visa application. If your application is successful, an Irish visa will be placed into your passport/travel document and returned to you. In general, you can expect a decision about 8 weeks after we receive your documents.

This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians traveling to Belarus for business purposes . You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Belarus company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip. Proof of any previous business dealings with the company you are meeting up with should be provided. If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required. If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel. Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required. Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration. You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa. It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company. Foreign nationals arriving in Belarus via Minsk National Airport can get a visa at the airport. Before arrival, a foreign national needs to submit in advance (not later than the established time frame) the documents to the Foreign Admissions Division (FAD) of the Consular Directorate of the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Belarus, which is located at the airport: for short-term visas – not later than 3 business days before the expected arrival date; for long-term visas – not later than 5 business days before the expected arrival date. Visa support documents may be submitted by the inviting company or person or by post taking into account the delivery time. Travelers must be ready to show evidence of a medical insurance policy with at least 10,000 Euros of coverage valid throughout Belarus. Such a policy may be purchased at the airport upon arrival; please see the Embassy of Belarus website for information about current fees. Belarus and Russia do not have international passport control capabilities at the land border. Therefore foreigners, even those holding valid visas, may not cross the Belarusian – Russian border by car, train, or on foot. Foreign citizens entering on a tourist or business visa may not stay in Belarus for more than 90 days total during any calendar year, including dates of entry and departure. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay if you plan on transiting a Schengen country from Belarus. You will also need sufficient proof of funds and a return airline ticket. Belarus does not currently have any strict HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for foreign visitors.  

Nigerians intending to travel to Liechtenstein for business will need to secure a business visa first. Your travel insurance must be in force for the period of the validity of the applied visa and cover the entire Schengen area. The minimum coverage of the policy must be EUR 30,000 and the insurance must cover expenses arising from a sudden illness and accident (also the patient's repatriation) and repatriation expenses in case of death. You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Liechtenstein company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip. If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel. Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed. Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration. You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa. It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.  A confirmation of hotel reservation or any other means of accommodation should be submitted. Usually, the inviting company will handle the cost of travel and stay in Liechtenstein for the applicant. It must be stated clearly if this is not the case. If there were previous trade relations between the traveler and the company, proof of such must be provided. Extending a Liechtenstein short-stay visa is only possible in exceptional cases where new facts and special reasons arise after entry in Liechtenstein. Visa applicants must be ready to gather the following documents for their application: Original valid passport for 6 months from the date of travel + old passport. Visa application forms. 2 photographs: 35x45mm, white background matt finish, 80% face size. Covering letter (on company letterhead if self employed) Hotel voucher Return ticket. Day to day itinerary Travel insurance Income tax papers for last 3 yrs or Form 16. Original saving bank statements for the last 6 months updated with healthy balance Salary slips for the last 3 months - if employed Original leave letter on company letterhead - if employed Retire proof /pension order- if retired Business registration – if self employed Student ID and bonafide letter - if student NOC letter from husband /father if single lady traveling

The Bulgarian business visa is of two (2) categories: short-stay business visa, designated as the “Type C” visa. long-term business visa, designated as the “Type D” visa. A non-EU national may obtain a Bulgarian Business visa on the ground of registering a limited company, branch or trade representative office in Bulgaria. Eligibility requires the provision of a business invitation letter from the Bulgarian company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip. Proof of any previous business dealings with the company you are meeting up with should be provided. The short-stay Bulgarian Business visa is a multi-entry visa allowing a stay of 90 days in Bulgaria. The visa application should be submitted at the nearest Bulgarian embassy or consulate. The visa processing time can be anywhere between 7 to 10 working days and a visa application fee of $50 is payable. To download the Bulgarian visa application form, visit >>> Bulgarian Visa Application Form There are 3 primary instances for which a long-term Bulgarian Business visa (Type D visa) is issued: for registration of a Trade Representative Office in Bulgaria for registration of a Bulgarian company employing at least 10 local citizens for no fewer than 6 months. for registration of a Bulgarian branch employing at least 10 local citizens for now fewer than 6 months. The most convenient and affordable way for a foreign national to obtain a “Type D” Bulgarian Business visa, and eventually a Bulgarian residence permit is by way of registering a trade representative office in Bulgaria. The trade representative office is regulated by the Investment Promotion Act (IPA) of Bulgaria. The long-term Bulgarian Business visa is granted either for 6 or 12 months, and it is mandatory for all non-EU nationals who would like to apply for a Bulgarian residence permit. The visa processing time is 30 working days and a visa application fee of $100 is payable.

Nigerians traveling to Chile for business must first secure a business visa. All documents submitted for the process of securing this visa must be originals or certified (notarized) copies. Documents provided by the applicant must be obtained only from accredited sources and departments. Business travelers coming to invest in Chile, as well as entrepreneurs intending to set up a business in the country, may be issued a temporary residence visa. This permit allows them to live in the country for a specified period of time. The temporary residence visa will allow you to live one year in the country and also apply for a work permit.  After one year, you may apply for a permanent residency permit, provided that you are still maintaining your investment or business. When applying for a permanent visa you must attach to your application a letter stating why you want to become a Chilean permanent resident and your ties with the country. You will need the following documents for your business visa application: A certified copy of your passport Two passport-sized photographs Proof of income (what you earn) Documents certifying type of industry Proof of net worth Certified copy of Business License or Incorporation documents (if applicable) Proof of V.A.T. payment (if applicable) Employee payroll (if applicable) Original or certified copy of marriage certificate (if applicable) Original or certified copy of birth certificate (if applicable) Affidavit of support for dependents All the documents should be uploaded online. The application form is then printed and submitted alongside the passport for visa stamping. It costs about $200 (N72, 000) to process the Chile business visa. Usually, applicants will receive the outcome of their application within 15 to 20 working days.

Nigerians intending to travel to Lithuania for business will need to secure a business visa first. Your travel insurance must be in force for the period of the validity of the applied visa and cover the entire Schengen area. The minimum coverage of the policy must be EUR 30,000 and the insurance must cover expenses arising from a sudden illness and accident (also the patient's repatriation) and repatriation expenses in case of death. You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Lithuania company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip. If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel. Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed. Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration. You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa. It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.  A confirmation of hotel reservation or any other means of accommodation should be submitted. Usually, the inviting company will handle the cost of travel and stay in Lithuania for the applicant. It must be stated clearly if this is not the case. If there were previous trade relations between the traveler and the company, proof of such must be provided. Extending a Lithuania short-stay visa is only possible in exceptional cases where new facts and special reasons arise after entry in Lithuania. Visa applicants must be ready to gather the following documents for their application: Original valid passport for 6 months from the date of travel + old passport. Visa application forms. 2 photographs: 35x45mm, white background matt finish, 80% face size. Covering letter (on company letterhead if self employed) Hotel voucher Return ticket. Day to day itinerary Travel insurance Income tax papers for last 3 yrs or Form 16. Original saving bank statements for the last 6 months updated with healthy balance Salary slips for the last 3 months - if employed Original leave letter on company letterhead - if employed Retire proof /pension order- if retired Business registration – if self employed Student ID and bonafide letter - if student NOC letter from husband /father if single lady traveling

Nigerians traveling to Indonesia for business are allowed to apply for a business visa. A business visa in Indonesia is valid for one year, and it allows a foreigner to stay in Indonesia for up to 60 days per visit. Therefore, a business visa is perfect for frequent visitors. You must provide an original Business Introduction Letter from your Nigerian employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead. The letter must: Be less than one month old. Include the applicant's position. Include the signatory's position. Include the dates of leave and dates of return to work. Include the applicant's start date at the company. Be typed and signed in the original by the applicant's supervisor or their HR department. Foreigners are required to provide proof of financial means. This must be provided as a copy of a recent non-online current account bank statement showing a minimum credit balance of £1,000 having been issued no more than one month prior to visa submission. All business visas must be sponsored by a legal entity registered in Indonesia. Foreign and locally owned companies as well as representative offices can act as sponsor. This visa forbids any form of employment. You are not allowed to get paid in Indonesia with this visa. Details of travel arrangements must be provided. These must include: A copy of the hotel confirmation showing applicant's name. A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel.