Nigerians and other foreign nationals seeking to visit, study, work, or settle in the United Kingdom will face higher visa, residency, and citizenship fees starting April 8, 2026.
The revised fee schedule, published by the UK Home Office, shows increases across nearly all categories of visa applications, both from within and outside the UK.
Affected categories include visit visas, student visas, work visas, settlement applications, and naturalisation fees. Under the new charges:
UK Visa & Citizenship Fees for Nigerians (₦ Approx.) – Effective April 8, 2026
| Visa/Category | Old Fee (£) | New Fee (£) | Approx. New Fee (₦) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short‑term visit visa (up to 6 months) | £127 | £135 | ~₦248,130 |
| Student visa | £524 | £558 | ~₦1,025,004 |
| Indefinite Leave to Remain (permanent residency) | £3,029 | £3,226 | ~₦5,927,588 |
| British citizenship (naturalisation) | £1,605 | £1,709 | ~₦3,142,142 |
| Registering a child as a British citizen | £1,214 | £1,000 | ~₦1,838,000 |
| Tier 1 (Investor) visa | £2,000 | £2,000 | ~₦3,676,000 |
| High Potential Individual visa | £880 | £880 | ~₦1,618,400 |
In a rare exception, the fee for registering a child as a British citizen has been reduced from £1,214 to £1,000. Some categories remain unchanged, including the Tier 1 (Investor) visa (£2,000) and the High Potential Individual visa (£880).
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Naira figures are rounded to the nearest whole number and are estimates based on a rate of ₦1,838 per £1.
Actual naira amounts may vary depending on the bank or bureau rates used at the time of payment.
Other UK Visa Fee Increases for Nigerians (₦ Approx.) – Effective April 8, 2026
| Visa/Category | Old Fee (£) | New Fee (£) | Approx. New Fee (₦) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-term visit visa (up to 2 years) | £475 | £506 | ~₦929,028 |
| Long-term visit visa (up to 5 years) | £848 | £903 | ~₦1,659,414 |
| Long-term visit visa (up to 10 years) | £1,059 | £1,128 | ~₦2,073,264 |
| Skilled Worker – up to 3 years | £769 | £819 | ~₦1,505,922 |
| Skilled Worker – over 3 years | £1,519 | £1,618 | ~₦2,973,884 |
| Health and Care Visa – up to 3 years | £304 | £324 | ~₦595,512 |
The fee adjustments come as Nigeria remains one of the UK’s largest sources of visa applicants, with hundreds of thousands of Nigerians applying annually for visit, student, and work visas.
Officials say the fee increases are part of the UK government’s broader immigration and citizenship strategy and aim to reflect rising administrative and operational costs.
Prospective applicants are advised to review the new fee schedule and plan accordingly before submitting applications.
Esther Ososanya is an investigative journalist with Pinnacle Daily, reporting across health, business, environment, metro, Fct and crime. Known for her bold, empathetic storytelling, she uncovers hidden truths, challenges broken systems, and gives voice to overlooked Nigerians. Her work drives national conversations and demands accountability one powerful story at a time.
