NIS, Nigeria Immigration service

 Passport

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

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Visa

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 Travel Certificate

ECOWAS Travel Certificate is issued to Nigerians desirous of traveling to other ECOWAS members states.

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ECOWAS Residence Card

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

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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

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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

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Implementation of new VISA policy

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) launched the Nigeria Visa Policy 2020 (the NVP 2020) on February 4, 2020. This was created as part of the continuous effort of the Federal Government to support the country’s Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) by ensuring that local visa policies reflect global best practices. The NVP 2020 seeks

February 28th, 2020

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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.

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Applying

from outside Nigeria

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

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PASSPORT

Passport for Nigerian Citizens

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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NIS Headquaters

Umar Musa Yar Adu'a Express Way, Airport Road, Sauka, Abuja, FCT Nigeria

+234-708-0607-900

07:00 - 20:00hours (GMT+1)

+234-811-9753-844

info@immigration.gov.ng

Connect with us

+234-705-3401-399

oa@nigeriaimmigration.gov.ng

cis-evisa@immigration.gov.ng

Complaints and Enquiries

+234-802-1819-988

nis.servicom@nigeriaimmigration.gov.ng

support@newworkssolution.com

Visa On Arrival

+234-705-3401-399

oa@nigeriaimmigration.gov.ng

cis-evisa@immigration.gov.ng

Issues with travelling back to Nigeria with Expired Passport

+234-802-1819-988

expiredppt@immigration.gov.ng

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