Germany spouse visa: joining a German citizen from Nigeria
There is no visa fee for spouses of German citizens. Applications from Nigeria go to the Consulate General Lagos (as a rule) or the Embassy in Abuja in some cases.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what governments publish for applicants from Nigeria. Confirm every figure on the official pages before you pay or apply.
Last checked 29 Oct 2026
Costs in NGN
Official amounts, converted at the rate of 27 Oct 2026 (£1 = NGN 1,788). Banks and card providers use different rates, so allow a margin.
| Item | Official amount | About in NGN |
|---|---|---|
| Usual national visa fee, adult (waived for spouses of German citizens) | €75 | NGN 117,000 |
| Usual national visa fee, under 18 (waived for minor children of German citizens) | €37.50 | NGN 58,500 |
All Spouse of a German figures, with sources and family costs
Applying from Nigeria
- Where
- Consulate General Lagos (as a rule) or the Embassy in Abuja in some cases
- How it works
- Book an appointment in the mission's online booking system, or apply via the Consular Services Portal (Auslandsportal) where your category allows it. An appointment is needed before you apply.
- Agents
- Booking an appointment is free; the consulate doesn't work with agencies that sell appointments.
From the mission's visa pages (checked 29 Oct 2026). Procedures differ by visa category, so read the page for yours.
Requirements at a glance
These apply to everyone, wherever they apply from.
- Your spouse is a German citizen whose main home is in Germany
- You are married or in a registered partnership; both partners are aged 18 or over
- Basic German (A1) before arrival, with narrow exceptions
- No visa fee for spouses of German citizens (normally €75 for a national visa)
- No income requirement is listed for joining a German citizen
- You can work in Germany, and may get permanent residence after 3 years
Checking a recruiter in Nigeria
Recruitment agencies in Nigeria are licensed by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment check. Check an agency there before you pay it.
Sources
- Germany spouse visa: joining a German citizen (official page) · bamf.de · Official · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Consulate General Lagos: visa information · nigeria.diplo.de · Official · checked 29 Oct 2026
Spouse of a German from other countries
Before you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.