Cost of new international passport
The cost of a new international passport in Nigeria varies depending on the type of passport and the processing time. Here are the current fees for new international passports in Nigeria:
Regular Passport
- Application fee: N15,000
- Processing fee: N10,000
- Total fee: N25,000
Express Passport
- Application fee: N15,000
- Processing fee: N20,000
- Total fee: N35,000
Premium Passport
- Application fee: N15,000
- Processing fee: N30,000
- Total fee: N45,000
Additional Fees
- Data page: N5,000
- Additional pages: N2,000 per page
- Lost or damaged passport: N10,000
Payment Methods
You can pay the passport fees using the following methods:
- Bank Draft: Pay at any commercial bank in Nigeria.
- Online Payment: Pay through the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) website.
- Cash Payment: Pay at the NIS headquarters or any of its zonal offices.
Processing Time
The processing time for a new international passport in Nigeria varies depending on the type of passport and the workload of the NIS. Here are the estimated processing times:
- Regular Passport: 6-8 weeks
- Express Passport: 2-4 weeks
- Premium Passport: 1-2 weeks
Please note that these fees and processing times are subject to change, and you should check with the NIS or a Nigerian embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.