The Federal Government has announced an increase in the fees for obtaining a Nigerian passport, effective September 1, 2024. According to a statement from the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) spokesperson, DCI Kenneth Udo, the fee hike is part of ongoing efforts to maintain the quality and integrity of the Nigerian Standard Passport.

Under the new pricing, the cost for a 32-page passport booklet with a five-year validity will rise from N35,000 to N50,000. Similarly, the fee for a 64-page passport booklet with a ten-year validity will increase from N70,000 to N100,000.

The statement also clarified that the fees for Nigerians in the diaspora will remain unchanged. The NIS expressed regret for any inconvenience this increase may cause prospective applicants but emphasized its commitment to transparency and quality service delivery.