United Kingdom · for applicants from Nigeria
For leaders or potential leaders in academia/research, arts & culture, or digital technology. Usually requires endorsement from an approved body (some prestigious-prize winners are exempt). No job offer or salary threshold.
Rules last verified: 22 June 2026 · by Beatrice B
Embassy processing
Endorsement ~8 weeks, then visa ~3 weeks
Our turnaround
5–7 working days
Done-for-you Standard
Government fees
~£1,871
≈ ₦3,422,059
Path to settlement
3 years
Endorsement refused, weak evidence
Portfolio does not show leadership/promise to the body's standard.
Fix: Build measurable evidence: awards, media, peer recognition, sustained impact.
Wrong field / criteria mismatch
Achievements do not fit the chosen endorsing body's remit.
Fix: Pick the body whose criteria match your field and tailor the evidence.
Required
Current passport / valid travel document
When: "all"
Endorsement letter from approved body
When: "unless applying via eligible prize"
Unless you have an eligible prestigious prize, you need an endorsement first to prove you are a leader or potential leader in your field.
Common mistake
A thin evidence portfolio is the main reason endorsement applications fail.
Evidence portfolio for endorsement (awards, publications, etc.)
When: "endorsement route"
Endorsement is the gateway to this route unless you win an eligible prestigious prize instead.
Common mistake
A thin evidence portfolio, covering awards, publications and recognition, is the main reason endorsement fails.
TB test certificate
When: "Nigeria"
The Home Office needs proof you do not have infectious tuberculosis before granting entry for a stay of 6 months or more from a listed country.
Common mistake
Leaving the chest x-ray too late is a common error, since the certificate is only valid for 6 months from the date of the x-ray and must come from an approved clinic.
1. Prepare your application
Gather documents, draft supporting letters, complete forms
1–3 weeks
2. Rekoja review (if Done-for-you)
Specialist checks your file before you submit
5–7 working days
3. Submit online or at visa centre
Biometrics appointment may be required
1 day
4. Embassy decision
Standard processing. Priority options may be available.
Endorsement ~8 weeks, then visa ~3 weeks
These are the fees you pay to the government, not Rekoja's service fee. Shown at the indicative exchange rate.
Mandatory
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), per year
£1,035
₦1,893,015
Visa application fee
£766
₦1,401,014
Tuberculosis (TB) test at an approved clinic (IOM Nigeria charges about $94; the price is set by the clinic, not the Home Office)
£70
₦128,030
Biometric enrolment
£0
₦0
Total government fees
~£1,871
≈ ₦3,422,059
Optional
Priority / super-priority service (optional)
£500
₦914,500
Indicative. 1 GBP = 1829 NGN · 2026-08-03. Government fees change. Confirm on the official website before paying.
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