🇮🇪 Diaspora investing · Ireland
Buy Nigerian shares from Ireland
Nigerian citizens living in Ireland — in Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway or anywhere across the country — can buy and own NGX-listed shares directly in their own name through Shares Saver. A valid BVN and Nigerian bank account are required.
A Nigerian bank account. Many people abroad send money to their naira account first, then fund from there.
A valid Bank Verification Number and your Nigerian international passport. Nigerian citizens only.
Registered to your legal name with the Nigerian registrar and the CSCS — not a platform balance.
Eligibility
Who can invest
Nigerian citizens only
Shares Saver is currently only available to Nigerian citizens. Non-Nigerians cannot invest at this time.
BVN required
A valid BVN (Bank Verification Number) is required. Your BVN links your identity to Nigeria's banking system.
Nigerian bank account required
You must fund your account through a Nigerian bank account. Irish bank accounts (EUR) cannot be used for funding.
Direct ownership, not a fund
Your holdings are registered in your own legal name with the Nigerian registrar — not held in a collective pool or through a nominee.
Monthly savings approach
Shares Saver is built for gradual, long-term investing. Set a monthly amount and let your Nigerian share portfolio grow incrementally.
No need to be in Nigeria
The entire process — onboarding, verification, savings plans, and portfolio management — is handled through the Shares Saver app from Ireland.
What Ireland-based investors should know
Funding from Ireland: use your Nigerian bank account
Irish bank accounts (EUR) cannot be used to fund your Shares Saver account. You will need to use your Nigerian bank account. Many Nigerians in Ireland use remittance services to move EUR to their Nigerian naira account first, then fund from there.
Identity verification (KYC)
You will need to complete identity verification within the Shares Saver app using a valid Nigerian international passport or other accepted ID. The process is entirely digital.
Irish and EU tax considerations
Irish residents are subject to Irish income tax and capital gains tax on worldwide income. Foreign share investments and dividends may be taxable under Irish Revenue rules. Shares Saver does not provide tax advice — consult a qualified Irish tax adviser or accountant before investing.
Important disclaimer
This page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. The value of shares can fall as well as rise.
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