The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved an upward review of fees for the Nigerian Standard Passport, effective from September 1, 2024.
This move is aimed at ensuring the continued quality and integrity of the nation’s passport system.
According to an official statement released by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the cost of the 32-page passport booklet with a five-year validity will increase from N35,000 to N50,000.
Also, the 64-page passport booklet, which offers a 10-year validity, will now be charged at N100,000, up from the previous fee of N70,000.
The fees for passport applications from the Diaspora will, however, remain unchanged.
The review comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance the security and durability of Nigerian passports while addressing the rising costs associated with their production.
The NIS acknowledged that the increase might cause inconvenience for some applicants, but reassured Nigerians that the adjustment is necessary to maintain high standards of transparency and service quality.
“While we regret any inconvenience this increase might cause prospective applicants, we assure Nigerians of unwavering commitment to transparency and quality service delivery at all times,” the NIS said in a press release signed by its Public Relations Officer, DCI KT Udo.
The new fee structure underscores the government’s dedication to securing the integrity of travel documents, particularly in an era of increasing global mobility and the need for enhanced identification measures.
With the new fees taking effect in just over a week, the NIS has advised all prospective applicants to take note of the changes and plan accordingly.