Finland Visa Applications at VFS Nigeria Abuja
Everything you need to apply for a Finland Schengen visa from Abuja, Nigeria — address, opening hours, fees in NGN, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
VFS Nigeria Abuja
Finland Visa Application Centre, Sterling Bank Plaza, 3rd Floor, Plot 1083 Mohammadu Buhari Way, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja
Nigeria
Phone & email specific to Finland visa enquiries
No direct phone or email listed for Finland enquiries at this centre. Use the operator's general booking portal.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Collection only after VFS Global receives your processed visa back from the Finland consulate.
Finland visa fees in NGN.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the Finland consulate, and the VFS Global service charge for handling your appointment.
₦ — NGN
ISO NGNAll fees on this page are quoted in NGN. Embassy fees are converted from euro at the consulate's daily rate.
Schengen Visa Fee
EU-harmonised fee paid to the Finland consulate. Same in every Schengen country.
Adult — C-Visit / Business ₦153,400.00
Standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for adult applicants (C-Visit / Business).
Adult — reduced rate (visa-facilitation countries) ₦14,000.00
Reduced fee for nationals of countries with a visa-facilitation agreement with the EU.
Applies to: Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine
Child (6 to 12) ₦76,700.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 years.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from the visa fee (but NOT from the BLS service charge).
VFS Global service charges
Operator's own fees, in addition to the embassy fee. Inclusive of VAT.
Service charge (per application)
₦20.00Required. Service charge includes 15% service tax and education cess.
Cheapest case (non-exempt)
General fee + service charge
Reduced rate + service charge
Optional courier and notification add-ons sit on top. Some applicants apply free — see exemptions below.
Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?
Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.
Children under 6 years
Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.
EU citizen family members
Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.
Students & researchers
Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.
Youth (≤ 25) at non-profit events
Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.
Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).
- Children under 6 years (visa fee only — BLS service charge still applies)
VAC fee: EUR 20 / NGN 31,941 (per one-pager). Tourist visa fees — Schengen visa (12+): EUR 90 / NGN 143,733; Children 6-11: EUR 45 / NGN 71,866; Children 0-5: EUR 0 / NGN 0; Visa Facilitation (Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine): EUR 35 / NGN 55,896; Cape Verde: EUR 67.50 / NGN 107,799; Schengen accelerated (Ukrainian): EUR 70 / NGN 111,792; VFS Service fee: EUR 20 / NGN 31,941. Source: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/nga/en/fin/attend-centre (captured 2026-05-09).
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a Finland visa at VFS Nigeria Abuja?
VFS Nigeria Abuja is located at Finland Visa Application Centre, Sterling Bank Plaza, 3rd Floor, Plot 1083 Mohammadu Buhari Way, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria, Abuja. Finland visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the Finland counter opening hours at VFS Nigeria Abuja?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 08:00–17:00 (Business hours); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 08:00–15:00 (Submissions); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 08:00–15:00 (Passport Collection).
How do I book a Finland visa appointment at VFS Nigeria Abuja?
Start your Finland visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at VFS Nigeria Abuja as part of the process.
Ready to apply for your Finland visa?
VFS Nigeria Abuja handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.