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Nigeria Immigration Service Comptroller General Annual Conference 2024

Nigeria Immigration Service Comptroller General Annual Conference 2024 #NISCGConference24

October 31st, 2024

NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE INTERCEPTS IDRIS OKUNEYE (BOBRISKY) AT SEME BORDER WHILST ATTEMPTING TO FLEE THE COUNTRY

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October 21st, 2024

NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE ADDRESSES CONCERNS OF APPLICANTSON VISA-ON-ARRIVAL APPLICATION

NIS ADDRESSES CONCERNS OF APPLICANTS ON VISA-ON-ARRIVAL APPLICATION

October 19th, 2024

Nigerian Passport: Ways to apply

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from Nigeria

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

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Applying
from outside Nigeria

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

PASSPORT

Passport for Nigerian Citizens

Learn about the different passport types, validity, eligibility and requirements for the application


The Contactless Passport App for Nigerians is now live! This transforms the passport application process, delivering unmatched convenience, top-notch security, and streamlined efficiency right from your device.

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Tourism, Transit & Visiting

Short Visit Visas allow travellers to visit Nigeria for a period not exceeding three months. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Exchange, Journalism, Religious, Sports & Entertainment

Short Visit Visas allow travellers to visit Nigeria for a period not exceeding three months. Classes of Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Employment

Temporary Residence Visas allow individuals reside in Nigeria for a period not exceeding two years. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Diplomatic

Temporary Residence Visas allow individuals reside in Nigeria for a period not exceeding two years. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Academic

Temporary Residence Visas allow individuals reside in Nigeria for a period not exceeding two years. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details

Business

Short Visit Visas allow travellers to visit Nigeria for a period not exceeding three months. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Nigerians by birth and their relatives

Permanent Residence Visas permit certain class of individuals to obtain permanent residence status in Nigeria. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Temporary Work Permit

Temporary Residence Visas allow individuals reside in Nigeria for a period not exceeding two years. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details

Highly-skilled Immigrants and Retirees

Permanent Residence Visas permit certain class of individuals to obtain permanent residence status in Nigeria. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details.

Relatives of Permanent Residents

Permanent Residence Visas permit certain class of individuals to obtain permanent residence status in Nigeria. Visas and their brief descriptions are listed below. To view more information on each visa class (such as eligibility, fees, validity, etc.), Click on more details

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.

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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