Fly into Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (LOS). We’re arranging airport pickup for all our guests. Please complete our arrival and departure form in the Checklist at least one week before you arrive, including both flight itineraries. We want to welcome you properly — not play “spot our guest” at arrivals! Our form is separate from any official immigration or health forms.

Our suggested travel dates are 23–30 August 2027, with activities planned from 23–29 August. Come for the wedding, stay for the memories. Choose flights that work for you and let us know your plans through the Checklist.

Requirements depend on your passport and immigration status. British citizens visiting Nigeria generally need a visa before departure; visa on arrival is currently unavailable. Check the Nigeria Immigration Service and the Nigerian mission serving your country. Apply through official channels and check your visa’s entry dates and permitted stay. Contact us if your application needs wedding or host information.

Current guidance for British visitors requires at least six months’ passport validity after arrival. Carry your visa approval, accommodation details and return/onward itinerary. Check whether you need official landing/exit cards and a health declaration. Read official entry guidance and confirm the rules for your own passport before travel. Our wedding arrival form does not replace government forms.

Book a travel-health appointment at least eight weeks before departure, or sooner if possible. Nigeria has a high malaria risk: discuss appropriate prevention tablets and mosquito-bite precautions. Yellow fever certification is currently required for most travellers, with exemptions; the vaccine is not suitable for everyone. Get individual advice and check TravelHealthPro’s Nigeria guide. We want you bringing dancing shoes, not mosquito souvenirs.

Yes, please arrange cover for your whole trip, including medical treatment and emergency evacuation. Declare relevant medical conditions and check activities are covered. Review current FCDO advice, as travel against that advice can affect cover. Check again before departure; requirements and advice may change before August 2027.

We’re exploring aparthotels and room sharing to keep our family and friends close to the activities — more catch-ups, more laughter and fewer “where is everyone?” messages. Please tell us on your RSVP if you’d like to be considered; spaces are first come, first served, subject to availability. Our wedding venue is Lagos Oriental Hotel; accommodation and booking details will follow on Travel & Stay.

We’re finalising accommodation arrangements. Any agreed rates, room allocations or support will be shared once confirmed. Please wait for our booking details before reserving a stay that depends on these arrangements.

Yes — airport pickup will be arranged for all our guests. Send your arrival and departure flight details through the Checklist form at least one week before arrival. We’ll share your pickup instructions before you travel. Departure details will help us plan; return-airport transfer arrangements will be confirmed separately.

You shouldn’t need to organise much travel yourself during our planned celebrations. We’ve also arranged a trusted taxi service available 24/7 throughout the wedding period, should you want to explore or make a separate journey. We’ll share booking contacts and any charges before the trip, so you can enjoy Lagos with a little less organising.

Yes. We’ll arrange transport from our hotel accommodation to the wedding venue and back afterwards. Collection points and departure times will be shared in advance — please be ready on time, even if your gele needs one last adjustment!

The currency is the Nigerian naira, written as ₦ or NGN. Most everyday prices are in naira.

You can bring GBP or USD and exchange it at authorised providers around the city if needed; ask us or the hotel for a recommendation. Many restaurants, clubs and hotels accept Mastercard or Visa, but check first and keep a backup payment option. You can also use LemFi to transfer to a supported recipient’s bank account. Ask Dami or Yusuff for a referral code before signing up — every little helps! Check current rates, fees and recipient details, and avoid carrying large amounts of cash.

Your budget is entirely up to you. Everyday Nigeria can be very affordable, but Lagos also has boujie spots with prices that could make downtown London, Toronto or Dubai feel right at home! As a personal guide, we’d suggest under £50 per person per day for casual food and everyday spending, excluding accommodation, flights, visas, paid activities and big nights out. That should leave room for jollof, plantain, suya, Fanta and other priorities. Prices and exchange rates can change.

Roaming, a travel eSIM or a local SIM may work, depending on your phone and provider. Check coverage, costs, registration requirements and whether your phone is unlocked or eSIM-compatible. Save important contacts and travel details offline too — the group chat deserves your best arrival selfie, but your driver’s number comes first.

Many hotels have UK-style three-pin sockets, but we recommend bringing a travel adaptor. Nigeria uses Type D and Type G sockets, with a 230V, 50Hz supply. Check device compatibility: an adaptor changes the plug shape, not the voltage. A power bank is handy too.

Plan for warm, humid conditions and possible rain. Bring lightweight clothes, comfortable shoes, an umbrella, sun protection and insect repellent, plus a light layer for air-conditioned spaces. Check the forecast before you leave. Leave a little suitcase room for your wedding outfit — and perhaps your second helping of style.

Use sealed bottled water or appropriately treated water. Choose freshly cooked food served hot, wash your hands regularly and avoid ice if you’re unsure of the water source. Tell catering staff about allergies. And if you’re new to pepper, start gently — bravery is optional!

For an emergency, call 112 and seek immediate help from your hotel or local contact. Ambulance availability is limited, so local assistance arranging transport may be needed. Contact your insurer for advice on appropriate facilities and payment. We’ll share a local guest-support contact before travel. See official health guidance.

It’s a celebration of two people and the families coming together around them. Expect family blessings, symbolic gifts, lively hosts, beautiful outfits, music and dancing. Traditions vary, and you don’t need to know every custom to enjoy the day. Visit Our Wedding for an introduction. We’ll provide the love story; you bring the energy.

Guest arrival is 3:00 pm on Saturday, 28 August 2027 at Lagos Oriental Hotel, with the traditional ceremony at 4:00 pm, local Lagos time. We’ll arrange transport from the accommodation to the venue and back again. Expect an afternoon and evening of celebration; the final schedule and return-transport times will follow.

Nigerian traditional wear is very welcome. Our colours are: bride and groom — ivory, then olive/forest green; agbada boys and asoebi girls — mauve and plum; parents — purple; family — burnt orange; friends and guests — brown and gold. See Dress Code & Colours. Unsure of your group? Ask us before you fall in love with a fabric.

Aso ebi is a Yoruba-rooted tradition in which loved ones wear coordinated fabric to celebrate together. Buying our chosen fabric is optional: you can incorporate your group’s colours into your own outfit instead. We want you feeling comfortable, fabulous and part of the family.

We’ll share prices, ordering instructions and deadlines once confirmed. You can have your outfit made in Nigeria or arrange for fabric to be sent to your preferred tailor. We can help connect you with a Nigerian tailor, and you’ll choose the design. Start saving your inspiration now — the fashion will be a celebration of its own.

Absolutely — as long as it incorporates your group’s wedding colours. We’d love you to represent your culture and personal style. Different traditions, one very colourful celebration. See the colour guide before choosing your outfit.

Mostly Yoruba, mixed with English. Our MC and Alága will interpret and explain where appropriate. You’ll also have friends and family at your table who can be your unofficial interpreters. If you don’t understand a line but everyone is laughing, lean over and ask — we don’t want you missing the good bits!

Come with an open mind and join in as you feel comfortable. You may see ceremonial greetings, family blessings and playful exchanges between the hosts and families. Follow their guidance, keep entrances clear and respect photography requests. Questions are welcome — there’s no surprise exam on Yoruba wedding traditions.

It’s a celebratory custom involving banknotes during dancing. Spraying naira, dancing on it or stepping on it is prohibited, so please don’t do this with Nigerian currency. If you wish to give a cash gift, an envelope or electronic transfer is an alternative. We know some of you have GBP and USD in mind — every little helps, but your presence is what matters! Follow our hosts’ guidance on the day. Read the Central Bank of Nigeria’s guidance.

Of course food and drinks will be provided — it’s a Nigerian wedding! Feeding you is very much part of the plan. Please include food allergies and dietary requirements, with the relevant guest’s name, on your RSVP so we can discuss them with our caterer. We’ll confirm any arrangements individually.

Your presence means so much to us. We’ll confirm any further gift information at a later date — for now, having our favourite people together is the part we’re most excited about.

Yes — plus-ones and children are welcome. Please confirm everyone attending on your RSVP, including your plus-one’s name and children’s names and ages, so we can plan seating, food and the little details. Thank you for including everyone — even the tiniest guests deserve a place at the party! For groups larger than four, contact us for help recording everyone.

Yes! Activities are planned from 23–29 August, including garment fittings, welcome and thank-you dinners, cultural experiences and more. We’ll share the day-by-day itinerary, any costs and booking details before the trip. Think of it as a wedding with a little extra Lagos enjoyment built in.

We’d love you to capture happy memories. Follow guidance from our hosts and photographers, avoid blocking important moments, and ask before posting photographs of other guests or children. Any ceremony restrictions and our wedding hashtag will be shared nearer the date. We’re counting on you for the candid gems!

Before the wedding, email Dami and Yusuff. We’ll share a designated wedding-day contact and the trusted taxi service’s details before you travel, so help is available while we’re getting ready and celebrating.