Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident from Nigeria
The Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident application fee is €75, about NGN 117,000 at today's rate. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| National visa fee (adult) | €75 | NGN 117,000 |
| National visa fee (under 18) | €37.50 | NGN 58,500 |
All Spouse of a resident 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 lives in Germany with a valid residence permit
- You are married or in a registered partnership; both partners are aged 18 or over
- Basic German (A1) before arrival, except for spouses of skilled workers and highly qualified people such as EU Blue Card holders
- Your spouse must have enough income and living space to support you without public funds
- National visa fee of €75 (€37.50 for under-18s)
- You can work in Germany
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 non-German resident (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 resident 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.