|
5 Jan 2009
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Putney, UK
Posts: 161
|
|
Congo visas?
Hi folks
We're in Benin at the moment, heading into Nigeria tomorrow.
Does anyone have information on where the best place to get visas for the Congo and DRC is? (ie: which country etc)
Thanks
Steve
www.overafrica.org
|
5 Jan 2009
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: London
Posts: 542
|
|
Steve,
Sorry I cant help on the Congo visa question as I havent been there yet, but I do have a question on the Nigerian visa.
Where and when did you get it?
cheers
|
5 Jan 2009
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Putney, UK
Posts: 161
|
|
Nigerian visa
Hi Matt
We got our Nigerian visa in Ghana. This is the best place to get it, as the embassy in Benin, while bordering Nigeria, only offers visas for Beninese residents. I'll assume you aren't one of these! ;-)
The embassy has moved from the location specified in all the current guide books. GPS coordinates are N05º 36.308 W000º 12.008.
Overlanders without invitation letters must present a boatload of corroborating evidence. Take photocopies of all, or as much of the following as you have, to hand in with your visa application:
You: - Passport information page
- Ghana visa in passport
- Ghana entrance stamp in passport
- Medical insurance
- Yellow fever certificate
Your vehicle: - Vehicle registration papers
- Vehicle insurance (most insurance purchased in West Africa covers several countries. If it expires prior to your entry to Nigeria just mention you will purchase further insurance when you get to Nigeria)
- International Drivers Licence (The one that is valid in Nigeria, as Nigeria requires one different to most of the rest of Africa)
- Front page of carnet (ie: vehicle information page)
- Ghana entrance stamp in carnet
We also needed 2 passport photos and US$86 for a 30 day single-entry visa. NB: You can only pay in US dollars!
Applications for visas are only received on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday mornings. Generally pick up between 2-3pm the following day.
Hope this helps
Cheers
Steve
www.overafrica.org
|
5 Jan 2009
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: London
Posts: 542
|
|
Thanks for the comprehensive response Steve.
Only problem is my bike is in Togo (although I am currently not), and I would rather not make a detour back to Accra to collect.
Anyone managed to get a Nigerian visa in Lome recently?
cheers
|
6 Jan 2009
|
|
Which way??
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: In a Tent
Posts: 185
|
|
Hi !
We got our DRC Visa in Lome/Togo. Took just acouple of hours. The Congo Visa we got in Libreville /Gabon was 24 hours. Was ok but the guys weren't that helpful and friendly!!!
That was on our trip in 2006/2007 !!
Where you're planning to get the Angola Visa?? We got it in Abuja/Nigeria.
Greetings from OZ Werner+Claudia
|
9 Jan 2009
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Putney, UK
Posts: 161
|
|
Abuja indeed
We're in Abuja applying for the Cameroon and Angolan visas. We're going to attempt to apply for DRC and Congo ones here too, but are loathe to spend so much time in Abuja, while it's incredibly neat and tidy compared to the rest of Nigeria it's bleddy expensive and doesn't have great places to camp!
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Next HU Events
ALL Dates subject to change.
2024:
- California: April 18-21
- Virginia: April 25-28
- Germany Summer: May 9-12
- Québec: May 17-19
- Bulgaria Mini: July 5-7
- CanWest: July 11-14
- Switzerland: August 15-18
- Ecuador: August 23-25
- Romania: August 30-Sept 1
- Austria: September 12-15
- France: September 20-22
- Germany Autumn: Oct 31-Nov 3
2025 Confirmed Events:
- Virginia: April 24-27 2025
- Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
- Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
- CanWest: July 10-13 2025
- Switzerland: Date TBC
- Ecuador: Date TBC
- Romania: Date TBC
- Austria: Sept. 11-15
- California: September 18-21
- France: September 19-21 2025
- Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025
Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!
Questions about an event? Ask here
See all event details
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|