The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Interior, has introduced an online passport application portal, enabling Nigerians to easily apply for their passports.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo had announced in December that the FG was working to ensure a fully automated system of passport application in the country.
At the time, the minister said the automated application system was “99 percent done,” adding that the process would include uploading passport photos and supporting documents.
He noted that Nigerian applicants who want 32-page passports with five-year validity would pay N25,000, while those who want 64-page passports with a 10-year validity would pay N70,000.
Meanwhile, foreign applicants, who wish to apply for passports with a five-year validity period and 32 pages, will pay $130, while those who prefer passports with a 10-year validity period and 64 pages will pay $230.
To apply online, follow the steps below:
1. Visit the online application portal http://passport.immigration.gov.ng.
2. Click on “Apply for Fresh Passport” (for new applicants)
3. Enter your NIN and date of birth and complete other required data
4. Upload your passport photograph and other supporting documents.
5. Visit the closest Immigration Office for your biometric capture.
6. Within two weeks, your passport will be ready for collection.
For fresh applicants,
1. You must be a Nigerian
2. You must have NIN
3. Have a passport photograph that meets ICAO standards
4. Have your documents such as birth certificate, local government certificate of origin, and other documents ready
To renew your passport:
1. You must have NIN
2. Have an old passport number
3. Have a passport photograph that meets ICAO standards.
4. Have your documents such as birth certificate, local government certificate of origin, and other documents ready.
Source: Punch
