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CGIS RECEIVES EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP AWARD, DECORATED SERVICOM CHAMPION AS THE WORLD CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER WEEK
COMPTROLLER GENERAL, NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE RECEIVES EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP AWARD, DECORATED SERVICOM CHAMPION AS THE WORLD CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER WEEK During the week, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) joined the rest of the world in observing international customer week with a theme: “Above and Beyond”. The week long Event which started on the 7th October, […]
October 11th, 2024
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE, CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER WEEK
COMPTROLLER GENERAL, NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE CHARGES OFFICERS TO EXCEED CUSTOMERS EXPECTATIONS AS THE SERVICE CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER WEEK As the world celebrates International Customer Service Week with the theme: “Above and Beyond”, the Nigeria Immigration Service is holding a week-long programme aimed at appreciating its customers for the robust engagements being enjoyed with them overtime, […]
October 10th, 2024
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THE COMPTROLLER GENERAL, NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE, DECORATES HIGHEST NUMBER OF NEWLY PROMOTED ACGs AND CIS, TASKS THEM ON EXCELLENT SERVICE DELIVERY.
October 9th, 2024
Nigerian Passport: Ways to apply
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We accept all applications online. The applicant will be required to visit a passport office for biometric enrolment.
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Application is submitted online. Applicant must book an appointment with a Nigerian Mission for biometric enrolment.
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Passport for Nigerian Citizens
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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.
