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Consulate General of Nigeria in Atlanta, Georgia

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Consulate General of Nigeria in Atlanta, Georgia, located at 8060 Roswell Road. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    8060 Roswell Road
    Atlanta, GA 30350
    United States

  • Telephone

    (770) 394-6261

  • Fax

    (770) 394-4671

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Thursday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Friday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Tuesday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – ⛱️ Democracy Day is on Friday (in 2 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Atlanta: 6:28 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 8060 Roswell Road, the consulate provides easy access to nearby areas. Use the map below for detailed directions and points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of Nigeria in Atlanta, Georgia

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Democracy Day: June 12 Flag of Nigeria
  • Juneteenth: June 19 Flag of United States
  • Independence Day: July 4 Flag of United States
  • Labor Day: September 7 Flag of United States

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Consulate General of Nigeria in Atlanta, Georgia:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold an American passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter Nigeria.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Nigeria without a visa. The most common types of Nigeria visas are the following.

  • Transit visa
  • Business visa
  • Tourist / Visitors visa
  • Official / Diplomatic visa
  • Subject to Regularization (STR) visa
  • Temporary Work Permit (TWP)

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Passport Services

Nigerian embassies and consulates assist Nigerian citizens in obtaining or renewing their passports.

What is Emergency Travel Certificate (ETC)?

An Emergency Travel Certificate (ETC) is issued to Nigerians to facilitate the applicant’s immediate one-way departure for Nigeria only. If you're outside of Nigeria and your passport has been lost, stolen, damaged, or expired and you don't have time to renew or replace your passport before you travel, you may apply for an Emergency Travel Certificate. ETC must be surrendered to the Immigration authorities at the port of entry.

Notarial and Legalization Services

Nigerian embassies and consulates offer notarial services, including notarization of documents, authentication of signatures, and legalization of documents for use in Nigeria or in foreign countries.

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in United States

Besides Consulate General of Nigeria in Atlanta, Georgia, Nigeria also has 3 representations in the following cities of United States:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Nigeria in United States

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Nigeria in neighboring countries or regions of United States.

See also

United States in Nigeria

United States has representation in the following city:

U.S. Passport Offices

If you are a U.S. citizen and need passport services (apply, renew, or replace a passport), you may visit a nearby passport acceptance facility or agency in Atlanta, GA.

  • Atlanta Passport Agency
  • Fulton County Superior Court North
  • Atlanta Passport Mega Center
Passport offices in Atlanta, GA

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
    (23.44 miles away)
    Atlanta
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  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
    (87.77 miles away)
    Chattanooga
    Get Directions

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This page was last edited on 10 March 2026 at 05:25 AM (EST).

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