The Nigeria Immigration Service says the hike will fund improved e-passport security and service delivery
FG Hikes Nigerian Passport Fees —N100,000 for 32 Pages, N200,000 for 64 Pages
The Federal Government has approved a significant increase in the cost of obtaining Nigerian passports, with new fees ranging from N100,000 to N200,000 depending on the category.
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), which confirmed the adjustment, said the revised charges will take effect from September 1, 2025, and will apply exclusively to passport applications processed within Nigeria.
Under the new structure, a 32-page passport with five years’ validity will now cost N100,000, while the 64-page passport with a 10-year validity will be issued at N200,000.
Explaining the reason behind the upward review, NIS spokesman A.S. Akinlabi said the adjustment was necessary to maintain the quality and security of the Nigerian travel document as the government prepares to roll out an upgraded e-passport.
“This review was carried out to strengthen service delivery and uphold the standard of the Nigerian passport as we prepare to launch the new version,” Akinlabi stated.
The Immigration Service clarified that the new charges do not affect Nigerians abroad. Passport applications processed in the diaspora will remain at $150 for the 32-page, five-year option and $230 for the 64-page, 10-year option.
The announcement has already sparked concerns among citizens who fear the hike will place an extra financial burden on applicants. However, the NIS assured Nigerians that accessibility and efficiency in passport issuance remain a top priority.
