The Digest:
Nigerian passport holders can now travel to St. Kitts and Nevis visa-free for short stays, following a bilateral agreement. The waiver allows up to 90 days of entry, reducing administrative hurdles for tourists and business travelers.
Key Points:
- Nigeria and St. Kitts & Nevis have agreed to a visa-free travel arrangement for short stays.
- Nigerian passport holders can now enter and stay for up to 90 days without a visa.
- Travelers must still meet standard entry conditions, including a valid passport and proof of onward travel.
- The primary challenge is flight connectivity, often requiring multiple layovers in Europe or North America.
- Flights from Lagos to Basseterre typically cost between $1,175 and $1,852 USD.
- The cost of living is relatively high, with monthly expenses estimated between ₦1.9M and ₦2.8M.
- The local currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD), which is pegged to the US Dollar.
- Long-Stay Option: Citizenship by Investment (CBI) and other residency permits are available but require separate, substantial application processes.
