Visa Price Surge: How New Processing Fees Are Affecting Nigerian Travelers in 2025
In 2025, many Nigerian travelers are reevaluating their travel plans due to significant increases in visa processing fees. Countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, and even popular Schengen destinations have revised their fee structures. For those applying as tourists, students, or immigrants, the changes are creating financial stress—and confusion.
At PraisenPam, we’ve closely monitored the recent fee changes, and here’s what you need to know.
New Visa Fee Changes in 2025
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United Kingdom: Standard visitor visa now costs approximately ₦190,000, up from ₦150,000 in 2024. The student visa fee is hovering around ₦250,000, excluding health surcharge.
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Canada: Application fees have increased by about 15%, with the biometrics fee still at a flat rate but total processing pushing well above ₦170,000.
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United States: Tourist (B1/B2) visa fee has moved from $160 to $185, with other categories seeing similar hikes.
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Schengen Area: Visa fees are now averaging ₦85,000 to ₦100,000, with VFS service charges rising.
What’s Causing the Hike?
Several factors:
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Exchange rate volatility
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Inflation in processing countries
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Introduction of biometric and digitized systems
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Increased administrative and security screening
How Can Travelers Adapt?
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Plan in Advance: Start your visa process early to spread out expenses.
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Explore Alternatives: Consider visa-free destinations or countries with more affordable visa requirements.
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Use a Trusted Agency: PraisenPam ensures no unnecessary spending on incorrect documentation or rejected applications.
Why Choose PraisenPam?
We break down costs transparently, provide visa coaching, and offer payment plans for certain services. You’ll never feel lost or financially overwhelmed.
If you’re planning to travel in 2025, now is the time to reevaluate your visa budget—and let PraisenPam guide you every step of the way.
