The Greek authorities released specific document requirements for non-Greek nationals living in Greece who need certificate validation for NigeriaApplicants must submit certified copies of key personal documents, including criminal records, residence permits, and tax clearance certificatesAll documents must be submitte…

…during the Hajj season, including those travelling on the basis of valid U.S. or Schengen visas."Saudi Tourism Centre ReactsFor further verification, Legit.ng reached out to the Saudi Tourism Centre for clarification on the reported suspension.The centre, in an exclusive response to Legit.ng, clarified the specific cat…

…must confirm that their intended visa type is eligible for online processing. Short-stay Schengen visas Applicants planning to visit Germany for 90 days or less, including for holidays, family visits or short business trips, must follow the applicable Schengen visa application procedure instead. The long-stay portal is…

Ireland's Department of Justice published visa decisions for applications processed through its Abuja mission for the week of September 28 to October 4, 2026Dozens of Nigerian applicants received decisions, with a significant number of applications either approved or refused during the periodThe published list contains…

…EU had suspended its visa agreements with three countries.EU lists people exempt from Schengen visa feeMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the EU had published four categories of people who are exempt from paying the Schengen visa fee.This is a detail that is particularly relevant for Africans planning travel…

…Lucia threatens one of the most popular escape routes for Nigerians frustrated by high Schengen visa refusal rates, delays and non-refundable losses.With Nigeria recording a 47.8 percent Schengen visa rejection rate and applicants losing an estimated €4.5 million in non-refundable fees in 2025 alone, many had opted to…

…similar purposes, generally for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Who qualifies for France visa-free visitMeanwhile, Legit.ng reported that France's official visa portal published the categories of foreign nationals permitted to remain in the country for more than 90 days without a l…

…of the categories targets those who have already used up their 90-day allowance in the Schengen Area within the past 180 daysThe Spanish government published the conditions directly on its official website, citing the rights of competent authorities to refuse entryPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and…

…permanent residency, also grants indefinite stay in Germany and allows visits to other Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Standard requirements mirror those for the EU permit but add a condition that applicants must have paid into a pension insurance scheme for at least 60 months.Howev…

Italy suspends Schengen free travel with Spain after Morocco crossings At least 60 people have died attempting to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta after up to 60,000 migrants crossed into the territory from Morocco in just 24 hours, triggering a humanitarian and political crisis in Spain.Spanish Prime Minister Pedro…

…trading partners, less than Britain charges Nigerians for a single six-month visit. The Schengen zone is no different. The Schengen visa fee increased from €80 to €90 in June 2024, meaning a Nigerian seeking a short stay across twenty-seven European countries pays €90 in application fees alone, before factoring in trav…

…from countries including Comoros, Senegal, Nigeria, and Ghana faced some of the highest Schengen rejection rates globally, losing an estimated $68 million in non-refundable application fees. And she is beginning to work on solutions that operate at that level, primarily through travel education. "We’re actively trying…