Passport & Immigration
All passport & immigration guides
Every passport guide we publish, grouped by topic. 8 guides in total. Looking for the highlights first? Start at the passport hub.
Apply and collect
2 guidesHow to Apply for a Nigerian Passport in 2026
First-time application — NIN setup, passport types, biometrics, fees and the route from immigration.gov.ng to collection.
Passport Guide9 min readUpdated May 2026How Long Does a Nigerian Passport Take?
The NIS Service Level Agreement is 42 days for fresh applications and 21 days for re-issue, counted from biometric capture. Real-world timing usually meets it.
Eligibility6 min readUpdated May 2026
Renewal
1 guideRequirements
2 guidesNigerian Passport Requirements (2026 Checklist)
The full document checklist for a Nigerian e-passport — fresh, renewal, replacement, minors, and diaspora — verified against current NIS guidance.
Reference7 min readUpdated May 2026Nigerian Passport Photo Requirements (2026 Specification)
The full ICAO-compliant photo specification used by the Nigeria Immigration Service. Dimensions, background, expression, eyewear, head coverings, babies.
Reference7 min readUpdated May 2026