Basics
Sockets & plugs
Nigeria uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type D and Type G.
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Money
Currency
Nigeria uses the Nigerian naira (symbol: ₦), code NGN.
Banknotes come in denominations of 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 nairas. Naira is subdivided into 100 kobos. Coins come in denominations of 2 and 1 nairas and 50 kobos.
Tipping
Tipping is usually not expected in Nigeria. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip.
ATMs
Automatic teller machines (local name: ATM) are rare in Nigeria. Your best bet is to look for them in large cities and community places.
You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Communications
Internet
Internet speed in Nigeria is on average 2.7 Mbps.
WiFi coverage in Nigeria is very low. It's quite hard to find one.
Mobile phone
Nigeria uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800.
If you don't want to buy SIM card in Nigeria upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Dial code
To call Nigeria, dial +, then 234 (the country code for Nigeria), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number.
For local calls within Nigeria, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 1 .
Health & safety
LGBTIQ+
While male homosexuality is illegal, female homosexuality is still uncertain.
Same-sex marriage is illegal.
Vaccinations
The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for your protection and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
These apply only to select travelers or persons on work assignments.
Travel advisories
Alerts are issued for short-term events we think you should know about when planning travel to a country.
