Nigeria travel insurance

  • Unlimited medical emergency expenses¹
  • Up to £10K cancellation cover
  • 24/7 emergency medical helpline
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Nigeria travel insurance

It’s important to have the right travel insurance for you and the sort of trip you are going on. So before you buy insurance for your trip to Nigeria, consider these points first:

We can cover your kids for free!

If you’re going away with your children, we can cover them on your policy at no extra charge, whether you buy an annual policy or single trip cover.

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Emergency? Call us:
+44 (0)207 748 0060

For everything else, contact us.

We cover over 50 activities!

All of our travel insurance policies come with cover for over 50 activities and sports as standard, so you can get up to more on your trip.

What’s covered with travel insurance to Nigeria?

As standard, our policies cover for over 50 sports and activities, including Safari and trekking, so you can get up to more on your holiday. We also offer a range of benefits, which can include:

  • Medical expenses and hospital benefit
  • Personal accident and liability
  • Cancelling and cutting short your holiday
  • Abandoning your trip
  • Delayed departure
  • Accommodation cover
  • Personal belongings and baggage
  • Personal money, passport and travel documents
  • Legal expenses

For more information about what’s covered with travel insurance for Nigeria, have a read of our policy documents here.

What should I know about Nigeria before I go?

Before your trip to Nigeria, there are a few things we thought you might want to know before you travel. So, we’ve put together some handy facts and other important information for you:

Currency Nigerian naira
Most common languages spoken English
Capital Abuja
Continent Africa
Population Approx. 186 million
Plug type Plug types D and G
Driving side Right-hand side
Seasons

Spring – March to May

Summer – June to August

Autumn – September to November

Winter – December to February

Laws Local laws and customs

Do I need a visa for Nigeria?

Yes, you’ll need to apply for a visa to be able to travel to Nigeria. It’s advised you apply for your visa from the Nigerian Embassy before you travel.

Healthcare in Nigeria

Healthcare facilities are not widely available in Nigeria, and they usually have long waiting times and can be quite expensive. Make sure you have adequate travel insurance that includes medical cover and repatriation, so you can rest assured knowing you’ll be looked after, should anything happen while abroad.

It’s important to make sure that you speak to your GP at least four to six weeks prior to travel, to check whether there are any vaccinations or other preventatives needed.

For more information about healthcare in Nigeria, visit the GOV.UK website.

What if I need emergency assistance in Nigeria?

If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing medical treatment or assistance while in Nigeria, you or someone on your behalf can contact our 24-hour medical assistance team.