The Nigeria Immigration Service has announced the implementation of a reciprocal visa-free policy with St. Kitts and Nevis, effective September 26, 2025. The agreement allows citizens of both countries to stay for up to 90 days for tourism or business, with the possibility of an additional 90-day extension.
The policy was finalized following discussions at the Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit and bilateral meetings between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Prime Minister Terrance Drew of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Officials say the agreement is designed to boost trade, strengthen agricultural cooperation, and promote cultural exchange between the two nations.
“This marks a new era of partnership between Nigeria and the Caribbean,” said a senior Nigerian immigration official. “It creates opportunities for investment, people-to-people ties, and deeper engagement in key sectors such as tourism and agribusiness.”
The move is notable as it represents Nigeria’s first visa-free agreement beyond African nations and the ECOWAS region. By extending to the Caribbean, Nigeria is also providing its citizens greater access to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) market of over 20 million people.
Analysts view the agreement as part of a wider push to build stronger Afro-Caribbean ties, with potential to expand into education, renewable energy, and infrastructure development.
For travelers, the policy offers increased mobility, while businesses are expected to benefit from easier entry into new markets.
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