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Passport

All Citizens of Nigeria either by Birth, Descent, Adoption, Registration or Naturalization are eligible for a Nigerian Passport, provided they satisfy all conditions prescribed by law.

Types of Passports

Enhanced e-Passport

The Enhanced E-Passport is part of the new reforms approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria. It is a product of intensive review of the existing e-passport booklet which has been in circulation for over 10 years validity.

Features and benefits of the Enhanced E-Passport Reform

Introduction of new security enhanced passport.
Polycarbonate technology that enhances the quality of the passport.
Ten-year validity booklet that saves frequent visit to passport office.
Automation of issuance process to bring about transparency and address touting/ middlemen.
Strictly online payment based.
Provision of conducive processing environment for applicants.
Provision of effective and complaint address mechanism.

Introduction of Electronic Document Management System that will ensure:

Tracking of application
Effective communication with applicants on status of the application and collection
Eliminate human interference.
Enhance document storage system.
Enhance decision making.
Ease process flow.

Official Passport

Eligibility

Commissioners (members of the State Executive Council). Special Assistants and Special Advisors
Senior Government Officials in in the rank of Deputy Directors and above in the Federal Civil Service
Senior Government Officials from the rank of Directors and above in the State Civil Service
Deputy General Managers and above in Federal and State Parastatals
Chairman Deputy Chairman and Secretaries of Local Government Councils

Diplomatic Passport

Nigerian Diplomats and other top Government Officials as may be approved by the President.

Requirements

Letter of application / introduction from the Applicant’s Organization.
Two (2) passport photographs.
Last promotion letter or Letter of Appointment.
Photocopy of valid official identity card.
Evidence of Age.
Certificate of return from the independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) (in the case of eligible Political Office holders).

Visas

Whether you're applying for a Nigerian visa, renewing your passport, or replacing lost travel documents, we provide clear guidelines and step-by-step assistance to help you navigate the process smoothly.

Types of Nigerian Visas Issued

Visa Application Process

Required Documents (General List)

Types of Nigerian Visas Issued

Tourist/Visitor Visa
Business Visa
Transit Visa
Diplomatic/Official Visa
Subject to Regularization (STR) Visa
Temporary Work Permit (TWP)

Consular Services

Access vital consular services including emergency assistance, lost passport replacement, legal support, and registration for Nigerians living or traveling overseas.