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Do Nigeria citizens need a visa for Romania?

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Nigeria citizens need a visa to enter Romania. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Nigeria vs Romania: passport comparison

Nigeria

26

visa-free countries

Global rank: #181 · mobility 70.5

Romania

119

visa-free countries

Global rank: #33 · mobility 167.2
13

countries both Nigeria and Romania can enter visa-free together

Nigeria + Romania: passport compatibility

26%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Nigeria and Romania travel together — by entry type:

13 both visa-free
11 both visa on arrival
15 both e-visa / eTA
13 both need a visa
145 access differs

Where Nigeria and Romania can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (13)

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Your odds of getting the visa: Nigeria → Romania

Visa guides tell you whether a visa is required. This block answers the second question — will you get it. Figures come from the European Commission's official 2025 statistics, broken down per country pair.

41,6%
of Romania visa applications refused in Nigeria
+27,1 pp above the Schengen average (14.5%) — refused more often than average
+3.1 pp year-over-year: 2024 was 38.5%, now 41.6%
303applications filed
177visas issued
126refusals
#8strictest of 118 countries
Where Romania visa applications are filed: Abuja

The Commission counts applications by where they were filed — at consulates located in Nigeria — rather than by the applicant's nationality. For most countries these nearly coincide, but applications filed there by other nationals are included too. 2025 data. Source: European Commission, DG HOME

Romania: good to know

Bucharest

Capital

Romanian Leu (RON)

Currency

Eastern European Time (UTC+2)

Time zone

+40

Calling code

Where else Nigeria goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Romania

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Nigeria citizens need a visa for Romania?
Nigeria citizens need a visa to enter Romania. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Nigeria or Romania?
The Romania passport is stronger: 119 visa-free countries versus 26. Global rank: Nigeria #181, Romania #33.
Where can Nigeria and Romania citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 13 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Romania?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Nigeria and Romania?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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