How to Apply for a Nigerian Passport the Right Way

Your passport is your key to the world — and knowing how to apply for a Nigerian passport doesn’t have to involve touts or stress. Let me walk you through the official, correct way to apply.

Welcome back, guys. Today I’ll show you exactly how to apply for a Nigerian passport — the official portal, the current fees, the requirements, and how to avoid wasting money on touts.

Stick with me to the end. The tips will save you both money and delays.

The Official Portal to Apply for a Nigerian Passport

Apply only on the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal at passport.immigration.gov.ng (also reachable as portal.immigration.gov.ng), with guidelines on immigration.gov.ng.

Pay online only. Do not pay any third party or tout. All genuine payments go through the official portal.

Passport Types and 2026 Fees (In Nigeria)

There are different booklet sizes and validities. Following the fee review effective September 2025, application fees made in Nigeria are:

• 32-page, 5-year validity — about ₦100,000
• 64-page, 10-year validity — about ₦200,000

(Applicants in the diaspora pay in dollars — around $150 for 32-page/5-year and $230 for 64-page/10-year.)

Requirements When You Apply for a Nigerian Passport

You’ll typically need:

• Your NIN (National Identification Number)
• A completed online application form
• Birth certificate (NPC) or a sworn age declaration
• Letter of identification from your LGA/state of origin, or a National ID card
• Recent passport photograph (per the portal’s spec)
• Acknowledgement slip and evidence of payment
• For minors: parents’ passports/IDs and a consent letter

Step-by-Step: How to Apply for a Nigerian Passport

1. Go to passport.immigration.gov.ng.
2. Fill the e-Passport application form online.
3. Select your booklet type and validity.
4. Pay online and print your acknowledgement slip and receipt.
5. Book your appointment date at your chosen passport office.
6. Visit on your date for biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
7. Track your application and collect when ready.

Insider Tips

• Never pay touts. Pay only through the official portal. Touts cause most overcharging.
• Sort your NIN first. A mismatched or missing NIN stalls everything.
• Apply early before travel. Don’t wait until the last minute.
• Nobody tells you this: keep your name consistent across NIN, birth certificate, and form to avoid rejections.
• Pick a passport office close to you with shorter queues. Some centres clear biometrics far faster than the crowded popular ones.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Paying a third party instead of the official portal.
• Applying with a name that doesn’t match your NIN.
• Skipping your appointment or arriving without documents.
• Leaving the application until just before your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions on How to Apply for a Nigerian Passport

What’s the official passport portal?

passport.immigration.gov.ng. Pay online only — never to touts.

How much is the passport in 2026?

In Nigeria, about ₦100,000 (32-page/5-year) and ₦200,000 (64-page/10-year).

Do I need NIN to apply?

Yes. Your NIN is required for the application.

Do I have to appear in person?

Yes, fresh applicants must appear for biometrics at the passport office.

How long does it take?

It varies by office. Apply early and track your application online.

Final Thoughts on How to Apply for a Nigerian Passport

Knowing how to apply for a Nigerian passport is straightforward when you use the official portal, pay online, and bring the right documents. Skip the touts, sort your NIN, and apply ahead of your travel date.

So get your NIN ready, fill the form, and book your appointment.

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Apply on the official Nigeria Immigration Service passport portal here.

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