HOW TO GET THROUGH LAGOS AIRPORT STRESS FREE - WHAT TO EXPECT!
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
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In this video, I will share an insightful and comprehensive guide on how to travel through Lagos Airport stress-free. I walks you through the entire airport journey, from landing and going through each checkpoint to leaving the airport.
I provide valuable tips and recommendations for a smooth travel experience, including preparing all necessary documents, maintaining patience, and making smart choices at every stage. If you're planning a trip to Nigeria or want to know what to expect when flying into Lagos, this video is a must-watch!
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Why are we Nigerians diaspora calling it a tip for checking your passport and actually the official doing their job. It's called bribery and it's illegal.
Having travelled to Nigeria on many occasions I refuse to bribe/tip any official for doing their job.
When asked by any official if I have anything for them (with that look in their eye) I simply ask them to repeat it again and they simply ask in a loud voice so others can hear " are you asking for a bribe " everytime I have said those words the official simply hands over my documents and ask me to move on with my journey. Especially as they don't want to be investigated and potentially lose their job.
Having travelled extensively around the world Nigeria is only country I'm familiar with, where it seems common practice.
And we wonder why foreigners don't like to holiday in Nigeria. It shows Nigeria in a bad light, if your first experience as a traveller when you land in a country is to be asked for a bribe/tip. Please let's stop this bad practice as it enables them to continue this illegal practice.
This is not a rant please.
You are right. I feel you!
Exactly my thought. Doesn’t promote positive experience to the least.
This comment really made me laugh!!! It is soo accurate. The "Oga, what did you bring for us?" line is well worn but I can't believe people still pay them. You're right of course, to pay them is to encourage them!
Yeah, when asked I say no sorry I don't have anything on me. They simply say 'okay then, enjoy your stay'. This was in Abuja airport this Sunday gone though, not Lagos. I got to Abuja from London and was unable to get the QR code before boarding as there was a glitch on the site, but upon arrival a member of staff just registered me manually and never asked for a dime. He also waived me having to pay for the PCR tests there and then, he just said it's okay just take the paper show it to them at the exit and go. Pay at the clinic when you go.It was not stressful at all and rarely is at Abuja airport to be honest, except the taxi people competing with each other for the rides into the city.
I hope those folks fighting on the plane, can see this vlog and have a second hand view of their show of shame.
Each time I go , there is always that bunch that argue and the white man( German) looking at us funny but who can blame them if we can't be respectful and civil around ourselves?! Very sad 😔
@@elizabethnwachukwu5310 and they are extra loud too. SMH! na wao if i was Nigerian i'd be telling them to zip it in full Yoruba
@@PHlophe you cannot teach a dog new tricks.
you can bring a horse to water but you csnnot make it drink,no amount of shame can hurt these donkeys with their ''Ghana must go bags''
@@peterpopperry4408 damnn chill out a bit not all of us are crazy😅 u have a point though
Tipping (bribery) at the airport is like rewarding inefficiency, and emboldening rogues in uniform...
I couldn't have said it better
FACTS
100% FACTS!!!!
was up brotha. nice to see you here :) I watch your videos and you say everything that a lot of us are afraid to say. ha
Great responses.I wish those coming into Naija airports will continue this. Officials must earn their tips.
Terrible people ...no shame
e go betta
Interesting. The funny thing is when I've landed in the past recent months, the Nigerians on the plane were very relaxed calm, so I guess it all depends on the individuals. I was actually surprised. As for the tipping or (the ask for money), I agree with Bayo, folks, please stop giving these folks money, it encourages this behaviour, and let's be honest most of these individuals are just distractions from your main goal of leaving the airport. Lastly it is sometimes very hard differentiating between the airport officials, and the hustlers. So if you think you are tipping an airport official, you might be actually tipping a hustler who has been allowed by the officials to operate.
I just came back from Lagos and didn't have any issues. I was so nervous because Lagos airport has a bad reputation. Make sure you have all your paperwork so you don't give them any reason to mess with you. Go in there confident and don't look intimidated. If people offer to help you just ignore them. Don't even tell them no because they will keep trying.
YOU ARE A PRO :) That is the simple solution
What paperwork aside from visa do I need ? I’m going for visa interview soon I need to make sure I have everything
Thank you so much! My best friend is traveling for the winter and invited me to go with her. I've heard some not so great things about foreigners traveling to Nigeria. I have been nervous about it and hesitated on saying yes but your videos have been so informative and real, that I feel much more calmer and confident going.
Glad it was helpful! it is all about preparation . you got this :)
Hi Abayo! Thank you for the insight and information about going through the Lagos Airport,
I am leaving in the next few days to stay at Lagos, first trip👍
@@davidlast521how was your trip to Nigeria Sir?
Hi, I have recently started watching your videos on Nigeria, which is God sent. In the near future I plan to travel to Nigeria, and I have so many questions, half of which you addressed in your videos, thank you again for being so genuine and informative in your delivery. I am a Jamaican, living in the US, and I see so many similarities between the Jamaican and Nigerian culture which have propelled me to explore more of the culture and the reason for the visit.
Your videos seemed to be geared towards returning residents or for individuals who have some form of connection to Nigeria. If possible, can you please compile a video for an individual who has never experienced Nigeria, in regards to the healthcare sector, where to stay, day/night activities etc. I will definitely link you for that Uber driver. Thank you again for your time and effort in creating these videos. Blessings!!!
You are very welcome. I am so glad to hear that. and yes. I have a resource for lagos. that has a lot of detailed information about a lot of things. Check out this playlist. It has 100+ videos about many topics. I do need to shift my messaging a bit. I want to attract black people worldwide in general to come and invest and explore Nigeria.
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Thanks for the part on patience. Why don't Nigerians ever change their behavior, no matter for how long they have lived overseas!
lol. you can take the person out of naija but you cant take the naija out of the person i guess 😂
Sounding like Molue. Great information thanks Bayo
youre welcome
Nigerians already arguing on the plane 🤣🤣🤣
I was so embarrassed for us.lol
ITS THE GHANA MUST GO HAND LUGGAGE FOR ME....
LOL 😂
A tip for you all. For less money, you can fly to Abuja airport which on average, takes about 15 minutes from the plane to baggage claim. Then you can walk over to the domestic airport which is more or less in the same building, and board a flight to Lagos. Generally, flights to Abuja from the UK are $100-$200 cheaper, then the flight to Lagos from Abuja is about $70-1$100. FYI, Abuja's corruption is minimal as it's the capital city.
Thanks for sharing. but according to this plan, people are still ending up in lagos airport or am I wrong ?
@@thenigeriannomad No, cos you end up going to Lagos through the domestic airport which has no immigration. Just as many airlines fly to Abuja too
@@aeafilmsuk is the experience better through the Lagos domestic airport ?
@@thenigeriannomad Its not unlike travelling within the US. The Abuja-Lagos route is popular so there are loads of flights. Once you arrive in Lagos, you just grab your stuff and bounce.
If you are coming from the USA can you still fly to Abuja airport and then board a flight to Lagos?
Chai did all those people shouting behind you flew from USA to 9ja? Haba my people calm down “farabale’. Thanks for sharing!
Chai walai, ain't it as if they kept quiet around Oyinbo and now feel free lol!
I'll be travelling to Lagos next week hope to see you soon
Isn't it amazing how you narrate everything without bringing yourself down because what many don't realise is that people will treat you however you precent yourself if you bring your country down for people to see you're automatically teaching them how to treat you poorly' you're raised well my brother.
I LOVE THIS! :) and i agree 100%
On passport checking, Nigeria is still a military state, one officer is immigration man, while other is SSS officer, checking for the names of the 'enemies' of the Govt arriving in the country. Quite ridiculous.
It bothers me every time so i finally had to just ask for explanation. yes ooh!
Very informative, thanks for sharing. Hopefully people like me can relate soon🙏🏿
Yes oooh my sistah!
@@thenigeriannomad please can I have the uber driver number or any means of contact. Will be in Niger in 2 weeks. Thanks
As Our teacher used to coach us in what we call Moral Instructions... Patience. Lagos arrivals are crazy. I always leave last
Its just best if you want to be stress free. the city is literally moving so fast that you have to be intentional about occasionally adjusting your pace.
Not our parents fighting over luggages😩😩😩
So embarrasing
Some people just don't know how to act. What do these adults teach their kids? Just curious. By the way, Bayo, I always look forward to hearing you say to "remember to rise and let your light shine". I can't believe that I thought it was somewhat corny the first time I heard it, and now I look forward. Lol. It's a good reminder in life. We all need to hear it every now and again.
Aaaaah thank you so much :) and yes oooh. we need to lead by example
Thanks so very much Bayo for this useful information.. is it possible to get the Uber guy contact please?
Would be in Naija a week time. Many Thanks
So helpful! Thank you! Going next month 🙏🏼
NAIJA EXPERIENCE STARTS WHEN YOU LAND DURING THE AIRCRAFT DISEMBARKATION😀
Bwahahahaha. right from boarding the plane paa paa.
Hi.. im from Philippines..i want to travel in Nigeria particularly benin city..i need visa to Benin?
Hello, how are you? I'm Spanish living in the UK. I'm going to travel to Nigeria for the first time at the end of June or beginning of July to visit my fiancé. I'm a little worried about the whole airport process tbh. And above all, what should I do? What to do if they tell me that I can only stay 1 month when my visa says 90 days or if they tell me that I can only stay 2 weeks when I have a 1-month round trip ticket? What do you advise me? Could you give me the contact details of the Uber driver and recommend a hotel (in case something bad happens). They have recommended me not to change money at the airport. I see that you didn't have any problem. I don't know anyone in Nigeria, only my partner.
Many thanks in advance
Kind regards
Hahaha rewarding you for wasting (your) time! 🤣🤣🤣
But seriously the argument reminded me of when I was getting married in Lagos and my Jamaican parents were flying out to the wedding in Nigeria.
Boarding the plane my dad waited for the person Infront of him to pack her stuff away to sit in her seat. A Nigerian woman behind started to insult my dad n curse him for not moving forward but my dad showed her the reason why. The woman continued to curse and so my mum took her on! 🤣🤣 On the flight so many people approached my parents and apologized for the Nigerian woman's behaviour. 🤣🤣🤣
LOLOL! OMG. hahaha We lack patience sometimes
Thank you Thank you !! Very well presented!! I’ll b traveling for the first time in January (alone) this was very helpful. THANK YOU 🙏🏾
Glad to have been of help!
How did it go I be alone also
@@martiroy1769 it went very very good. I had no issues at all. Covid testing and all went fine. ( thank God no more covid testing for my next trip )
Hook me up with the Uber drivers details
Please, can you link me up with the uber driver
Awesome breakdown, welldone
Thank you!
Very well done! Everything here is exactly what i am used to (except for the new covid stuffs). Very brilliant idea for you and anyone to get familiar with coming in and out of 9ja independently.
thanks
I need that driver information sir lol I will be going in December
I am from europe end I plan a trip to Lagos I here a lott of the stress from lagos airport. U are a Nigerian citizen end yup pass ok ..how but a white guy ..wath I here it's deferent prices in market etc for white people
id love to know what everyone on the plane was yelling about, ive never heard anyone yelling at a plane about anything, are they afraid of their possesions, is it usally problems? it is an advantage to get off the plane first? what is it
Please how can I call Uber with my international phone because I will be traveling from USA to Nigeria at the airport.
WhatsApp call
@@debbiebalogun8803 thanks
@@edithokoro5006 👍
Whatsapp/Call me on +2349157402945 whenever you need a trustworthy driver to pick you up at the airport! I've got a few trusted drivers. I hope this helps?
Thanks
Did they check you for a yellow card (yellow fever vaccine)
why does the black man find joy in making the fellow black person struggle in life this airport looks like hell and i dont think the air con even works i havent been there before but i can bet on it that it doesnt work
I have been twice and I agree with your video 100 percent.
Hiya bayo kindly hook me up with the uber driver
Nice one Bayo. I just came back from Lagos my city in the first week of April. Everything you said in this video is very very correct. Keep it up.
I’m traveling from the states to Nigeria 🇳🇬 next year I’m using your videos for pointers 💚🤍. Can I have a little information on what I can and can’t bring in my suitcase ty
I must confess; I miss all our Nigeria drama. Can't wait to visit
haha never a dull moment. once you look at it as entertainment and not take on that stress, it is a different type of experience
@@thenigeriannomad😂
Bayo,
Earned a new subscriber. You're a straight-to-the-point presenter. I like that 😎. 👍.
Thank you so much!
Please I need your driver to pick me up
Bayo pls. Show us something about renting apartment in lekki and ajah.
I'm thinking about taking a trip to Nigeria for the 1st from the US and I've been watching your videos. I would love to ask you a few questions..just kidding many questions about the steps to take..your help is greatly needed and appreciated
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@@thenigeriannomad thanks for responding so quickly. You'll hear from me soon!!
Omgoodness is the flight always like that? All the shouting and arguing? Don't know if i can handle that for 10+ hrs
not at all...
Africa is funny and sad at same time
30 dollars is now 27,000 ngn😢
The Lagos airport is a no-no for me, I have had to use that airport once when I travel to the US, but the experience was not worth it. The international airport in Abuja is way better.
But how far is that airport by car from Lagos?
@@didi7680 Well, i leave in Abuja, i decided to use the Lagos airport because international flight tickets from lagos are way cheaper. Apparently it aint worth the stress.
Very informative bro! I'll be going 3rd time in a month, I always say do your research ,have all that required and one should be fine . Thanks for sharing your tips
THANK YOU! This is how i have been able to fly in and out of the airport with not giving money the last few times. A lot needs to change but in the meantime, I want to empower people on ways to not contribute to the problem.
@@thenigeriannomad Right ! Definitely thanks
WHY ARE THEY SOOOO LOUD~????
Your videos are educating thanks Adio 😊
My goodness the scuffling on that flight!😱 I wounld almost not belive it until I saw this. Absolutly shocking. Definately not good. Excellent video Bayo have a good one mate 👍😂
I was like this is not happening.it was like welcome to lagos . haha
I'm fascinated by Nigeria! I'd love to visit Lagos one day. Thank you for great content :)
come on by :) it is a fascinating place.
Great content Bayo. The experiment of using Uber/Bolt is exactly what I needed to find out if it works.I agree with the independence. Please share your Uber driver's details.
Glad it was helpful! - Here is his contact info : +234 802 310 7495
@@thenigeriannomad Thanks Bayo - what is his name?
So we took Uber and was pleasant, someone said Blot works for SARS not sure if is accurate but Uber was perfectly fine 👌🏿
I want to visit Lagos so bad!!! This would be my first visit to Africa. However, people discourage me from traveling to Nigeria. I’ve traveled to India alone. So, with proper planning, I believe I can do it. What do you think? Btw, thank you for this info!!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Wish you could go with me I am going in september alone
@@martiroy1769 o really???
Yes ma’am my family tells me same thing but going to do it
@@martiroy1769 I can understand…..just be vigilant.
Hi, when are thinking of traveling to Nigeria?
Yes I'd like to have the guys name I will need to pick us up next week I'll have the info to my husband
Hello!
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Thank you!
"Nigerians carry a lot of bags". 😂
lol
Very informative and helpful! Leaving in a few days and this video helped ease the stress.
Thank you.
Glad it helped! i am so glad
Isn't stress part of the Nigerian experience? 🤣
Yes it is . and the adventure is learning how to operate with minimal stress. it is quite a game. lol
No, I just flew into Nigeria on Sunday, no stress really. It's rarely stressful for me and I am travelling alone.
Very nice and informative 🤟🏽
Glad you liked it!
omg our people very chaotic
sad indeed
Abi ?
Waoo. Thanks for sharing your experiences. This would be useful to lots of people travelling to Naija. Keep the good work going, mate. Respect.
Thank you, I will
Lol… that is surely our people… can’t miss it! We must ALWAYS show ourselves 🤣 Great tips!! Thanks 😊
YES OOH!
Nice video..As an Nigerian your transition is easy. I wish you would have covered what someone who isn't Nigerian can incur. I'm sure it's a different experience.
It hasn't always been easy. This is why i created this video to help others. i have just learned over time
There's never any day stress free in Nigeria airport from A to Z, in or out. What about those begin for money all the time? Very bad.
The more you know, the less you stress . because you know what to expect and how to overcome. yes ooh that's just the reality. I just tell them no . I dont even let people carry my bags.
No, in Abuja it's relatively stress free. Lagos is a world of its own sometimes.
Headphones and music will be apart of my plane ride 😁
lol
Nice 1 bayo. Thanks for sharing
Bayo, Thank you for sharing the information with us, it was very informative and in clear english. Your behavior looks peaceful and free from worries. 😊😊😊
you are welcome
I hate tipping 😩and I don’t do it unless forced to. Most of them are bunch of …..😳
Abroad, many people (including Nigerians) tip either by culture or by force because it's added on top of your bill. Most of us don't complain even when the service was rubbish. Most of what we don't like in Nigeria is because it's not a policy or a system that everyone knows about. Its unofficial, opaque, inconsistent and crude so it's naturally distasteful to us. If you and I abroad have a letter to post to the same address, I can get mine to arrive earlier if I pay more. It's open to everyone and everyone is aware and will be charged the same price if they want a faster delivery. If some of these things in Nigerian airports were an actual service that is above board and open, many wouldn't have the same issue with it.
@@sylviasworld9397 I have never heard of "tipping" at any Airport.
For waiters and waitresses yes, but for officials at an airport? No! Very scary too, makes me wonder the kind of nonsense they'll let pass into the country if bribed enough. The airport is such a serious place, the asking for money leaves a bad taste in the mouth.
😂😂😂😂
That intro explains the naija factor perfectly
Even for plane dem get conductor and attachment 🤣🤣🤣
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@abdulmojeedolaleye3813 very soon dem go start to Dey use hand held microphones to sell traditional medicine 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hey Bayo, good job information us on traveling and investing in real estate in naija, thanks
My pleasure
Thanks Bayo, very insightful.
You've got a new subscriber.
Thanks 😊
Awesome, thank you!
This was very helpful! Your voice is very calming. I have to take another flight to Benin after I land, how do you get to that part of the airport?
Thank you for this!! I’m traveling back to Nigeria next Friday for the first time in 19 years. This was really helpful!
oh wow...youre welcome
Please what airline was that? I’ve never experienced anything like that ever! Ghana must go that big in the main cabin? Anyway I fly economy comfort. There’s usually no stress there.
Hey, good morning. I found your video very informative and straight to the point. However, I’m planning on visiting Nigeria soon. @18.21 you spoke about the Uber driver and I will like to know if you still have a good relationship with the driver.
I will like to know more about him and potentially have him to come pick me up if possible.
Thanks
Wawu!! So much unnecessary argument, How often does this happen? Is this what I’m going to face when going back to naija?
What are chances of bag getting stolen
Just keep your eyes on your property and dont be quick to acept favors
Wait why is everyone so angry and loud? 🤣🤣🤣🤣 What's going on?
Question, how is the best and secure way of getting away from the airport on arrival if you dont have family waiting to collect. Pls can you DM me your taxi man's number. thanx
Hello mr Bayo Adio.
How are you please do know any airbnb in lekkiphs_1 for25$ do know about the new MM termin how to book hotel in inside the new termin I will be arrive late night with KLM and is not sefe to use uber at that time I need your guide
It's over one year. Sure there may have been changes especially with the covid screen. Any updates?
Banana island is were the rich folk live - yeah the ones steaLing all the money … dude talk about the corruption - again what did your father do in Nigeria ?
I'm from United States, going to Lagos next month!! I have anxiety now watching this!!! 😳😳
You shouldnt . now that you know what to expect. Be prepared and your journey would be very smooth :) .
Did you go yet? I plan to go in December
It's not as bad as people think!!
And I had thee best time ever in Lagos!!! And I wish I never left!
@@ms.daphnegeorge6975 how was it ? When you leave the airport, can the family accompany me to check in?
They weren't going to allow people without a ticket. My husband was able to come to the entrance of security with me.
So the tipping is not madatory
no
nice
Hi I would love the number to the Uber guy I have family coming from the airport . Thanks in advance
at every station they ask for moneyyyy !!! no shame !!!!
oh no! Sorry to hear that.
@@thenigeriannomad I’m a Ghanaian and my first visit to nigeria is where I experienced this.
Nice video.But it seems that you use Turkish airlines to Lagos and you arrived in the morning to Lagos?
Yes oo that is naija for .From the background in your plane i hear oloriburuku agbaya😅
I will be traveling today to lagos I would like to use your uber person please
Flying to Lagos Nigeria in June from the uk 🇬🇧 but I’m having trouble with registry on the Nigerian international travel portal what do you recommend me to do?
Is there a thing as showup money and damage money incase you break something
Nigeria my country fighting on plane 🤣🤣
Thank you so much Mr Bayo for all these information, I appreciate you
You are very welcome
Thank you for this great information. More Grace sir😎
Thank you and youre welcome!
its a pure embarrasment goin there its just the airport but u would think u were in mushin now imagine if you are disabled how it would be also
its calming down a bit for sure.
@@thenigeriannomad i have not been back for over 10 years i want to return but i am disabled and not sure what support is there or how to book a cab
Hello Bayo, please i need the uber driver information. Thanks.