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It is a criminal offence to be in possession of multiple copies of valid passports, or a crime to apply for such. NIS strongly discourages the use of touts or agents for passport applications. Payments for passports remains the prescribed fees on the NIS website, Hence NIS is not to be held liable for any
November 2nd, 2022
Passport Production Timelines
Average Passport Processing times takes up to 3 weeks for renewals/reissue and up to 6weeks for first time applicants.
September 21st, 2021
Travel Restrictions
The Nigerian government has announced a temporary ban on non-Nigerian passengers who have been in Brazil, India or Turkey within 14 days of intended arrival into Nigeria. This is due to concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the chairman of the Presidential Steering Committee (PSC) on COVID-19, Boss Mustapha, said in a statement
August 30th, 2021
Nigerian Passport: Ways to apply
Applying
from Nigeria
Application is submitted online. Applicant is required to book for an appointment before visiting a passport office for Biometric enrollment.
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
Explore all of our visas
Tourism, Transit & Visiting
Short Visit Visas allow travelers 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 travelers 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 travelers 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.
