The Henley Passport Index recently unveiled its latest rankings, revealing that Nigeria holds the 95th position out of 104 countries in terms of passport power. Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Morocco, Benin Republic, and Namibia surpass Nigeria in the rankings, securing better positions. Despite its standing, Nigerians currently enjoy visa-free access to approximately 45 countries. Here is a list of these countries for Nigerian passport holders:
1. Barbados
2. Benin
3. Burkina Faso
4. Burundi
5. Cambodia
6. Cameroon
7. Cape Verde Islands
8. Chad
9. Comoro Islands
10. Cook Islands
11. Cote d’Ivoire
12. Djibouti
13. Dominican Republic
14. Fiji
15. Ghana
16. Guinea
17. Guinea-Bissau
18. Haiti
19. Iran
20. Kenya
21. Kiribati
22. Lebanon
23. Liberia
24. Madagascar
25. Maldives
26. Mali
27. Mauritania
28. Mauritius
29. Micronesia
30. Montserrat
31. Mozambique
32. Niger
33. Niue
34. Palau Islands
35. Rwanda
36. Samoa
37. Senegal
38. Sierra Leone
39. Somalia
40. St. Kitts and Nevis
41. The Gambia
42. Timor-Leste
43. Togo
44. Tuvalu
45. Vanuatu
While this information is valuable, it is crucial for Nigerian passport holders to consider the visa regulations of each country, especially for extended stays or specific purposes not covered by the destination’s Visa Waiver Policy. Additionally, travel conditions may change, so it’s advisable to check for any additional requirements or temporary restrictions imposed by the destination before planning a trip.
