Purpose: A multiple-entry type visa for spouses of Nigerians by Birth Who Renounced Nigerian citizenship.

Eligibility: Spouse of a Nigerian by birth who has renounced Nigerian citizenship

Requirements:

• Evidence of Marriage
• Valid Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
• Renunciation Certificate of spouse
• Attested Birth Certificate of spouse
• Supporting evidence of previous Nigerian citizenship of spouse (where applicable)
• Security Clearance Certificate

Steps to obtain

1. Gather Documentation.
2. Apply online (embassy).
3. Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
4. Obtain Visa.

• Validity: 90 days from issuance.
• Extendable: Not Applicable.
• Stay duration: Indefinite. (Subject to passport validity). Multiple entry.
• Restrictions: No employment. To reside in Nigeria.
• Family/Group Applications: No.

Steps

1. From the application portal dashboard, click on “Apply for Renewal/Reissue”
2. Verify your NIN (enter your date of birth for second-level checks)
3. Provide your current passport details and review data comparison against your NIN data
4. Select your processing center and booklet size (32 pages or 64 pages)
5. Upload your ICAO compliant picture
6. Review your personal details (these are your NIMC record). Ensure you provide a valid email address for further communication
7. Provide your contact address and next of kin information
8. Upload supporting documents (these are based on your application type)
9. Review and submit your application. Then proceed to make payment and book an appointment for biometric enrollment

Note: Applicants are required to appear at chosen Immigration office for biometric data capture.

1. Fresh (First) Passport Application
2. From the application portal dashboard, click on “Apply for Fresh Passport”
3. Verify your NIN (enter your date of birth for second-level checks)
4. Select your processing center and booklet size (32 pages or 64 pages)
5. Upload your ICAO compliant picture
6. Review your personal details (these are your NIMC record). Ensure you provide a valid email address for further communication
7. Provide your contact address and next of kin information
8. Upload supporting documents (these are based on your application type)
9. Review and submit your application. Then proceed to make payment and book an appointment for biometric enrollment

Note: Applicants are required to appear at chosen Immigration Office for biometric data capture

Nigeria Immigration Service issued the first set of Convention Travel Document (CTD) (also known as Refugee Passport) and handed them over to the National Commission for Refugee Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) on the 15th May, 2019 for onward delivery to Refugees under “Protection” in Nigeria

About the Convention Travel Document (CTD) (also known as Refugee Passport)

Nigeria Immigration Service issued the first set of Convention Travel Document (CTD) (also known as Refugee Passport) and handed them over to the National Commission for Refugee Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) on the 15^th May, 2019 for onward delivery to Refugees under “Protection” in Nigeria. States that are parties to the 1951 Geneva Convention Relating to the status of Refugees are obliged to issue the Travel Documents to Refugees who lawfully reside in their territories and Nigeria being a signatory to the Convention has now joined the list of countries that issue Convention Travel Document.

Highlights of the Convention Travel Document (CTD)

1. It is issued at no cost to refugees, as the production cost is borne by United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR).
2. It is a biometric Travel Document.
3. It is ICAO Compliant.
4. It is also known as 1951 Convention Travel Document, Geneva Passport, or Refugee Passport.
5. It is a bonafide Travel Document valid for international travels.
6. The holder of the Travel Document is allowed to return to Nigeria, if (s)he travels out of the country during the period of the validity of the document.
7. It is an internationally recognized Travel Document issued to Refugees in accordance with the 1951 United Nation Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees.
8. It is a 32-page, blue coloured Travel Document.

Purpose: For foreign clerics taking up a long-term religious appointment in Nigeria.
Eligibility: Clerics with pre-approved authority letter from the Comptroller General of Immigration.

Requirements

• Visa Authority Letter (pre-approved).
• Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
• Return/Onward Ticket.
• Invitation/Contract from religious institution in Nigeria.

Steps to Obtain

1. Religious Institution applies for R6A pre-approval letter from the Immigration Service.
2. Receive Authority Letter and forwarded to the Nigerian Embassy.
3. Apply online (embassy).
4. Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
5. Obtain Visa.

Validity: 90 days from issuance.
Extendable: Not applicable.
Stay duration: work permit 2 years multiple entry.
Restrictions: No formal employment beyond cleric activities.
Family/Group Applications: Family/Dependants: Apply for R6B R6C R6D and R6E subcategories for spouse, minors, adult children, and aged parent’s visas respectively.

Purpose: For expatriates working with International NGOs in Nigeria.
Eligibility: Must have a formal contract with an INGO that holds an MOU with Nigeria’s government.

Requirements

• Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
• INGO Employment Contract.
• MOU with Ministry of Budget & Economic Planning.
• Possible Security Clearance.
• Employer’s Letter accepting IR.

Steps to Obtain

1. Employer Secures MOU and necessary clearances.
2. Gather Documentation.
3. Apply online (embassy).
4. Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
5. Obtain Visa.

Validity: 90 days from issuance.
Extendable: Not Applicable.
Stay duration: Work permit 2 years multiple entry.
Restrictions: No formal employment beyond INGO activities.
Family/Group Applications: Family/Dependants: Apply for R5B R5C R5D R5E for spouse, minors, adult children, or aged parents respectively.

Purpose: For expatriates employed directly by the Nigerian Government.
Eligibility: Must have an official government employment contract.

Requirements

• Official Employment Letter from the government agency.
• Acceptance letter accepting offer of employment
• Formal Application by the employer accepting Immigration Responsibility.
• Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).

Steps to Obtain

1. Agency Secures Approval from relevant authorities.
2. Applicant Submits STR Application at Nigerian Embassy with the official letters.
3. Finalize Residence/Work Permit (2 years renewable).

Validity: 90 days from issuance.
Extendable: Not applicable.
Stay duration:  2-year renewable permit upon regularization.
Restrictions: Only employment as Government official.
Family/Group Applications: Family/Dependants to apply for R4B R4C R4D andR4E visa for spouse, children, and aged parents’ subcategories respectively.

Purpose: For expatriates employed in Nigerian Free Zones (e.g., Lekki Free Trade Zone).
Eligibility: Must have job offer from a recognized Free Zone enterprise.

Requirements

• Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity).
• Employment contract/Assignment letter from Free Zone Employer.
• Acceptance letter from the employee accepting Immigration Responsibility (IR)
• Clearance letter from Free Zone regulatory Authority
• Educational/Professional Qualifications and Certificates.

Steps to Obtain

1. Employer Obtains Approval from Free Zone authority for employing a foreigner.
2. Applicant Submits STR Application to the Embassy, referencing the Free Zone.
3. Enter Nigeria and finalize residence/work permit with relevant agencies.

Validity: 90 days from issuance.
Extendable: Not Applicable.
Stay duration:  2-year renewable permit upon regularization.
Restrictions: Employment is confined to the Free Zone.
Family/Group Applications: Family/Dependants to apply for R3B–R3E for spouse/children/parents.

Purpose: A type of visa granted to aged parents (65 years and above) of employed expatriate on quotas.
Eligibility: Aged Parents (65 years and above) of employed Expatriates on quotas.

Requirements

• Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity) 
• Passport size photo 
• Government-issued age proof (65+ years) 
• Attested proof of relationship (birth certificate, affidavit, etc.) 
• Copy of the expatriate’s visa
• Letter from the principal Immigrant (Parents) accepting IR.

Steps to Obtain

1. Gather Documentation.
2. Apply online (embassy).
3. Upload visa requirements and pay visa fees.
4. Obtain Visa.

Validity:  90 days from issuance.
Extendable: Not Applicable.
Stay duration:  2 years, Multiple entry. (Residence permit).
Restrictions: No employment. To reside in Nigeria on expatriate quota.

Family/Group Applications: No.

Purpose: A visa type issued to dependants of expatriates (18 years and above) employed on expatriate quota.

Eligibility: Dependants who are 18 years and above accompanying employed expatriates on quota.

Requirements:

• Valid Passport (not less than 6 months validity) 
• Passport size photo 
• Proof of dependency (birth certificate, affidavit, adoption decree etc) 
• Copy of the expatriate’s visa  
• Letter from the principal Immigrant (Parents) accepting IR

Steps to obtain

1. Obtain Documentation.
2. Apply online (embassy).
3. Submit visa requirements and pay visa fees.
4. Obtain Visa

• Validity: 90 days from issuance.
• Extendable: Not Applicable.
• Stay duration: 2 years. Multiple entry (Residence permit).
• Restrictions: Permitted to reside in Nigeria as dependant to employed Expatriate on quota.
• Family/Group Applications: No.