Passport

You can now apply for a Nigerian passport online. The online application guideline ensures the application process is simple and easy to use.

Learn More Apply Now Application for Nigerian Visas can now be completed online from anywhere on the globe. Application guidelines are also available online.

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ECOWAS Residence Card

Residence Visa allows individuals to reside in Nigeria for a period not exceeding two years.

Learn More FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROVES AN UPWARD REVIEW OF NIGERIAN PASSPORT FEES TO ENSURE QUALITY AND INTEGRITY

PRESS RELEASE 21ST AUGUST 2024. FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROVES AN UPWARD REVIEW OF NIGERIAN PASSPORT FEES TO ENSURE QUALITY AND INTEGRITY

August 21st, 2024

Learn More SPECIALISED TRAINING FOR TOP MANAGEMENT SUPPORT STAFF HOLDS IN IMMIGRATION SERVICE

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has successfully concluded a Specialised Training and Capacity-building Program for Special and Personal Assistants of its Top Management held at Golden Dabis Hotel, Keffi. The program aimed at enhancing participants’ strategic competencies and equip them with essential skills set to excel in their roles. During the Training, the Principal Staff […]

August 9th, 2024

Learn More Press Release 8th August 2024

MINISTER OF INTERIOR INAUGURATES SEVEN (7) DEPUTY COMPTROLLER GENERALS(DCGs) OF NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE.

August 8th, 2024

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Applying
from Nigeria

We accept all applications online. The applicant will be required to visit a passport office for biometric enrolment.

How to apply

Applying
from outside Nigeria

Application is submitted online. Applicant must book an appointment with a Nigerian Mission for biometric enrolment.

How to apply Document for Nigerians valid for travel within ECOWAS countries Get the travel document that proves you are a citizen of the West African Community. The 2-year validity certificate is valid for travel across the region. Non-Nigerian ECOWAS citizens and Foreigners may also apply for resident permits.

ABOUT NIS

To strengthen the security and prosperity of Nigeria through proactive, effective and efficient border security and migration management The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) is the government agency that has been charged with the responsibility of migration management in Nigeria

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROVES AN UPWARD REVIEW OF NIGERIAN PASSPORT FEES TO ENSURE QUALITY AND INTEGRITY

As part of its efforts to maintain the quality and integrity of the
Nigerian Standard Passport, the Federal Government has approved an
upward review of the fees for the Passport effective from 1st
September, 2024.
2. Based on the review, 32-page Passport booklet with 5 year validity
previously charged at Thirty-five Thousand Naira (N35,000.00) will now
be Fifty Thousand Naira (N50,000.00) only; while 64-page Passport
booklet with 10 year validity which was Seventy Thousand Naira
(N70,000.00) will be One Hundred Thousand Naira (N100,000.00) only.
However, the fees remain unchanged in Diaspora.
3. While the Nigeria Immigration Service regrets any inconvenience this
increase might cause prospective applicants; it assures Nigerians of
unwavering commitment to transparency and quality service delivery
at all times.