Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting
Saint Lucia
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Saint Lucian Visa.
- A Nigerian passport valid for 6 months from the intended departure date from Saint Lucia. The passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Correctly filled and signed visa application form.
- Two certified passport size photographs taken in a white background.
- Invitation letter (if visiting a friend/relative).
- Return ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- Job letter.
- Proof of sufficient funds.
- Accommodation reservation.
- Letter from school(for students).
Saint Lucia Visa for Nigerians
Facts about Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia is an island nation which is a top destination for tourists due to its tropical weather and wonderful scenery. The country has volcanic beaches and luxury resorts which are prime for snorkeling, diving, and warm water bathing. One of the top tourist destinations in the country is the majestic twin peak called “The Pitons”, a world heritage site. Other top attractions include Sulphur Springs, the Botanical Gardens, and Pigeon Island National Park.
The number of visitors was at a record high in 2017. Over 1.1 million tourists visited Saint Lucia that year, an 11% rise in the number of tourists who visited the previous year. Concerted efforts have been made to make sure the number of tourist visits increases each year.
The penalties for drug-related offenses are very severe; don’t carry anything through Customs for anyone else.
Nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Monaco, Portugal, Russia, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Tonga, United Kingdom, United States, and Zambia can visit Saint Lucia without a visa.
Types of Saint Lucia Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 5 business days | 90 days- 1 year |
| Business visa | 5 business days | 90 days-1 year |
General Requirements for Saint Lucia Visa
- A Nigerian passport valid for 6 months from the intended departure date from Saint Lucia. The passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Correctly filled and signed visa application form.
- Two certified passport size photographs taken in a white background.
- Invitation letter (if visiting a friend/relative).
- Return ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- Job letter.
- Proof of sufficient funds.
- Accommodation reservation.
- Letter from school(for students).
Saint Lucia Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to Nigerians travelling to Saint Lucia for relaxation and recreational purposes.
- Holders of this visa can attend festivals and ceremonies in the country.
- Minors that are travelling should have their own valid passport. They are also required to submit a copy of their birth certificate and a signed letter from a parent or legal guardian stating that they are permitted to travel.
- You will be requested to state the amount that you have budgeted for the trip. Ensure that it is sufficient to last the trip.
- Individuals can also visit friends and relatives with this visa.
- Visitations require a letter of invitation from the person you will be visiting in Saint Lucia.
- The invitation letter should state the relationship between both parties, duration of the trip and purpose of stay.
- Students that want to travel to Saint Lucia should present a letter from their school authorities, stating that the student is of good behavior and allowed to go on the trip.
- Visa applicants are required to sort out their accommodation in Saint Lucia before starting the visa processing.
- If you will be staying in a hotel, a valid reservation proof is required. For applicants that will be staying with a friend or relative, details of the accommodation would be required.
- Studying or engaging in business activities is not allowed with a tourist visa.
- This visa can be a single-entry visa or a multiple-entry visa. Single-entry is valid for 90 days and Multiple-entry, 1 year.
- It is possible to extend your visa and overstaying will result in deportation.
Saint Lucia Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- A business visa allows the individual to negotiate and sign contracts, participate in business meetings, and attend conferences.
- Travelers are also allowed to interview and employ staff and become shareholders of companies.
- All documents submitted are to be in English Language.
- A letter from the HR of the company the applicant works in Nigeria stating the monthly salary and position of the applicant is required.
- The inviting company/ organization in Saint Lucia should issue an invitation letter to the applicant. Invitation letter should contain details of the trip to be undertaken.
- A recent bank statement should be provided by the sponsor of the trip.
- Saint Lucia visa can be issued as Single-entry or Multiple-entry. The Single-entry visa is valid for 90 days at EC$125 and Multiple-entry, 1 year at EC$190.
- EC$ is East Caribbean Dollar which is the official currency of Saint Lucia.
- All fees are to be paid before visa can be processed. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Saint Lucia Visa Fees
Tourist visa
single-entry
multiple-entry
125.00 (XCD)
190.00 (XCD)
Business visa
single-entry
multiple-entry
125.00 (XCD)
190.00 (XCD)