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Apply for a Nigerian Passport
New application, renewal, or replacement
Fees
NGN 35,000 (32-page) / NGN 70,000 (64-page)
Timeline
2-6 weeks
Last verified
2026-10
Step-by-Step Process (5 steps)
Apply online
Create account on the NIS passport portal. Fill in application form and upload photo.
Required:
- • NIN (National Identification Number)
- • Valid email and phone number
Pay fees
Pay via the portal (bank transfer, card, or Remita). Print payment receipt.
Required:
- • NGN 35,000 (32-page) or NGN 70,000 (64-page)
Book appointment
Select a passport office and appointment date for biometric capture.
Attend biometric capture
Go to the passport office with all documents. Fingerprints and photo captured.
Required:
- • NIN slip or National ID card
- • Birth certificate or age declaration
- • Local government identification letter
- • Payment receipt
- • 2 recent passport photos
- • Old passport (for renewal)
Track & collect
Track your application status online. Collect passport at the office.
Track at passport.immigration.gov.ng
Some offices offer delivery
All Requirements
- ✓ NIN (National Identification Number)
- ✓ Birth certificate or sworn age declaration
- ✓ Local government identification letter
- ✓ Passport photos
- ✓ Payment receipt
- ✓ Old passport (for renewal)
Official Sources
Steps and fees reviewed 2026-10. Official links: 3 of 3 answered when ONIM checked them on 2026-11-12 — a link that did not answer may still work from your own country. Always check official sources.
Disclaimer: These guides summarize official government procedures from published sources. Fees, timelines, and requirements may change. Always verify with the official agency before starting a process. This is not legal advice.