The Federal Government, led by the Ministry of Interior, has launched an efficient online passport application portal, allowing Nigerians to seamlessly apply for their passports.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, confirmed the completion of a 99% automated application system, emphasizing the inclusion of passport photo and document uploads.
Nigerian applicants seeking a 32-page passport with a five-year validity are required to pay N35,000, while those opting for a 64-page passport with a 10-year validity will pay N70,000.
Foreign applicants, on the other hand, will pay $130 for a five-year, 32-page passport and $230 for a 10-year, 64-page passport.
Here’s a step-by-step guide for online application:
Visit the official portal
- Click on “Apply for Fresh Passport” (for new applicants).
- Enter your NIN and date of birth, completing other necessary information.
- Upload your passport photo and supporting documents.
- Visit the nearest Immigration Office for biometric capture.
- Your passport will be ready for collection within two weeks.
For fresh applicants, eligibility criteria include being a Nigerian citizen, possessing a valid NIN, and having a passport photo meeting ICAO standards.
Additionally, required documents such as a birth certificate and local government certificate of origin must be prepared.
To renew a passport, applicants must have a valid NIN, an old passport number, and a passport photo meeting ICAO standards. Similar to fresh applications, documents such as a birth certificate and local government certificate of origin are necessary.