Nigerian citizens moving to Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark)
Nigerian nationals typically move to Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI), so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 10 Greenland routes — 2 can be started without a job offer, and 1 lead to permanent residence.
Tourist entry
Tourist-entry rules for Nigerian nationals are set by Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Nigerian citizens
Of the 10 Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) routes we cover, 2 can be started without an employer sponsor and 1 have confirmed permanent residence mapping. Language-test requirements vary by route — check each route below for the requirement set out in its official source.
All Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) routes open to Nigerian applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Visa to Greenland
Official short-stay visa handling for visa-required travellers visiting Greenland for up to 90 days.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Work in Greenland
SIRI residence and work permit route for applicants offered a job in Greenland.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Fast Track Greenland
SIRI Fast Track route for applicants applying to work for an approved company in Greenland.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Sideline Employment in Greenland
SIRI route for applicants who need a Greenland work permit for sideline employment.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Family Reunification in Greenland
SIRI route for spouses, partners, parents or other family members applying for family reunification in Greenland.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Accompanying Family in Greenland
SIRI route for family members accompanying a person who is in Greenland to work or study.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Higher Education or PhD Study in Greenland
SIRI study route for higher education or PhD programmes linked to a Greenlandic educational institution.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Basic, Youth Study or Internship in Greenland
SIRI route cluster for basic/youth study programmes and internship stays in Greenland.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Au Pair in Greenland
SIRI route for applicants who want to stay as an au pair with a host family in Greenland.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Permanent Residence Permit in Greenland
SIRI route for eligible long-term residents applying for permanent residence in Greenland.
No sponsor needed · Leads to settlement
Frequently asked questions
Can Nigerian citizens enter Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) without a visa?+
Tourist-entry rules for Nigerian nationals are set by Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Which Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) visa routes are best suited to Nigerian applicants?+
Nigerian nationals typically move to Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI), so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Nigerian applicants typically apply for a Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark)'s immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Nigerian citizens need a job offer to move to Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark)?+
Not necessarily. 2 of the 10 Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Nigerian citizens get permanent residence in Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark)?+
Yes. 1 of the 10 Greenland (self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark) routes we cover lead toward settlement or permanent residence; the others are temporary. Timelines vary by route, so check the settlement detail on each visa page.