Nigeria Health Assessment

Q: What is the Nigeria Health Assessment?

The Nigeria Health Assessment is the NCDC's mandatory online health declaration for all incoming passengers. It collects recent travel, vaccination and symptom information to support Port Health screening. Submit at healthapp.ncdc.gov.ng and save the confirmation PDF or email for immigration checks.

Q: Who needs the Nigeria Health Assessment?

All international arrivals who will clear immigration must complete the declaration, including transit passengers who leave the airside area. Exemptions commonly include Nigerian nationals, airline/vessel crew on duty, and some diplomatic passport holders.

Q: What happens if I arrive without a valid Nigeria Health Assessment?

If you arrive without a completed declaration you may be asked to complete a paper version at the point of entry which can cause significant delays and may affect onward transfers; airlines may also refuse boarding if required checks are not done. Avoid problems by applying early at Apply now .

Q: Can I edit or correct my application after submission?

Yes — if you spot a typo or need to update travel dates, use the NCDC portal to edit your submission or contact Port Health if you are already en route. Keep the corrected confirmation to present at check‑in and on arrival.

Q: Is a departure Nigeria Health Assessment also required?

No — the online declaration is an inbound health screening requirement. Paper backups are available on departure if requested by local authorities, but you do not need a separate outbound health assessment before leaving Nigeria.

Q: Which airports and seaports accept this document?

Present the confirmation to Port Health and immigration at any international entry point. Main international airports include Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos), Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja), Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (Kano), Port Harcourt International Airport, and Akanu Ibiam International Airport (Enugu) (IATA: ENU). For full entry points check FAAN and NCDC sites.

Q: Can I apply from my mobile phone?

Yes. The NCDC portal is mobile‑friendly — complete the fields, upload vaccination proof and download the confirmation PDF or keep the emailed copy. If you can't access the internet on arrival, paper declarations are available at port health desks.

Q: How far in advance should I apply for the health declaration?

Apply before travel — submit the NCDC declaration at least 24–72 hours before departure to allow time for any follow‑up checks and to ensure you have the confirmation for airline check‑in. Start now at Apply for your health declaration .

Q: What is the step-by-step application process?

1) Go to the NCDC portal ( healthapp.ncdc.gov.ng ) or use DoVisa. 2) Enter passport and flight details, recent travel history and vaccination data. 3) Verify entries and upload vaccine certificates. 4) Submit and download or save the confirmation PDF/email for arrival.

Q: Do children need their own Nigeria Health Assessment?

Yes. Each traveller, including infants and minors, should have a separate declaration. A parent or guardian completes the form on the child's behalf and retains the confirmation for immigration and Port Health checks.

Complete your Nigeria Health Assessment (NCDC) online before arrival — submit the mandatory health declaration and receive confirmation by email.

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What Is the Nigeria Health Assessment?

The Nigeria Health Assessment is the official online health declaration run by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). Introduced to strengthen border health screening and outbreak detection, the digital declaration replaced older ad‑hoc paper checks and standardised arrival health reporting for all incoming passengers. The NCDC portal captures recent travel history, vaccination details and current health symptoms to help Port Health Services manage public health risks at international airports and seaports.

Apply through the official NCDC health portal at healthapp.ncdc.gov.ng or use DoVisa for guided completion with document checks. After you submit the form you receive an email confirmation and a downloadable copy (PDF) of the declaration — keep this on your phone or printed copy for immigration and health checks. The declaration is typically processed immediately; if follow‑up screening is required, Port Health staff will contact you on arrival.

This is a pre‑arrival health declaration, not a visa or entry permit. It runs alongside Nigeria’s visa and landing card systems: you still need the correct visa or landing card where applicable and must meet immigration requirements set by the Nigeria Immigration Service. Since mid‑2024 health screening at points of entry has been formalised into the online NCDC form and paper back‑ups are available on arrival for passengers who cannot apply in advance.

For full entry rules see Nigeria visa information and the official portal at healthapp.ncdc.gov.ng. When you're ready, Apply for your Nigeria Health Assessment now.

Who Needs the Nigeria Health Assessment?

Who Needs It

All incoming international passengers to Nigeria, including tourists, business travellers and returning residents
Transit passengers who will clear immigration or leave the airside transit area
Children and minors (a parent or guardian completes the declaration on their behalf)

Who Is Exempt

Nigerian nationals arriving on Nigerian passports
Airline and vessel crew on active official duty
Diplomatic and official passport holders on government business

Nigeria Entry Requirements & Restrictions

Passport & Visa

You must travel with a passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival and the correct visa where required. Apply for visas via the Nigeria Immigration Service e‑visa portals: visa.immigration.gov.ng or evisa.immigration.gov.ng.

Vaccination Requirements

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required for entry. GOV.UK notes exemptions for infants aged 8 months or younger and adults aged 61 or older. See guidance at the CDC Nigeria page.

Health Screening & Declaration

All travellers must complete the Nigeria Health Declaration online at the NCDC portal. Paper versions are available on arrival for passengers who cannot submit online. Thermal screening and travel history checks may be conducted at the port of entry.

Customs & Prohibited Items

Nigeria Customs publishes a detailed Import Prohibition List. Prohibited imports include live or dead birds, pork and beef in specified categories, bird eggs (except hatching eggs), certain refined vegetable oils and other named goods — check customs.gov.ng before travel.

Medicine & Insurance Advice

Some medicines and pharmaceutical imports are restricted under Nigeria Customs rules — travellers should carry prescriptions and original packaging and check the NCS list. Medical travel insurance and evacuation cover are strongly recommended due to variable healthcare capacity.

Travel Tips for Nigeria Visitors

Nigeria is a large and diverse country with multiple international entry points. Plan transfers and health requirements in advance to avoid delays at arrival.

Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN). US dollars may be accepted by some hotels and international businesses — carry local currency for everyday purchases.
Language: English is the official language and is widely used for immigration and travel services; major local languages include Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo.
Time zone: West Africa Time (WAT), GMT+1.
Airports: Major international entry points include Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos), Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja), Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (Kano), Port Harcourt International Airport and Akanu Ibiam International Airport (Enugu) (IATA: ENU) — check flight arrival details before travel.
Health declaration: Complete the NCDC health declaration at healthapp.ncdc.gov.ng before departure and save the confirmation email or PDF to your phone.
Safety: Follow local travel advisories — some regions carry elevated security risk; register with your embassy if recommended.
Transfers: Allow extra time for immigration and health screening at busy international hubs; paper backups of the health form are available on arrival if needed.
Medication: Bring a sufficient supply of prescription medicines in original packaging and keep a copy of prescriptions.

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Adaeze O.Feb 10, 2026

"Completed the Nigeria Health Assessment on DoVisa before my flight. Confirmation arrived by email and immigration at Abuja accepted the PDF with no issues."

Liam S.Jan 27, 2026

"Filled the NCDC declaration during a layover — quick form and the airline checked it at departure. Easy at Lagos immigration afterwards."

Chinwe N.Dec 18, 2025

"Needed the Nigeria Health Assessment for a medical trip. DoVisa guided me through the vaccine fields and I had the PDF ready for Port Health at the airport."

Marcus D.Nov 22, 2025

"Form submission was straightforward, but I had to upload my yellow fever certificate twice due to file size — support helped and I got the confirmation promptly."

Halima K.Oct 30, 2025

"Everything worked well, though I completed it the morning of departure and had to show the confirmation at both check-in and arrival health screening."

Owen R.Sep 14, 2025

"Quick process. Uploaded passport data and vaccination proof, got an email PDF, and Port Health at Enugu (ENU) accepted the document without extra checks."

Ngozi P.Aug 5, 2025

"Was asked follow-up questions on arrival but the declaration sped things up — recommend saving the confirmation offline."

Samuel B.Jul 29, 2025

"Had to use the on‑arrival paper form because I lost internet access, but support emailed me a copy quickly so immigration could proceed."

Rosa M.Jun 11, 2025

"Minor delay: my confirmation email arrived later than expected and I showed it on my phone at arrival. Staff were helpful and it was resolved quickly."