A complete guide on applying for the Nigerian International Passport online

To facilitate a seamless passport booking process, the Nigerian Immigration Service, under the guidance of the Ministry of Interior, launched Nigeria’s first-ever online application portal for international passports on January 8, 2024.

The portal enables citizens at home and in the diaspora to book appointments, make payments, and get a date for biometric from their comfort zones.

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said the initiative is an integral part of the process to accelerate the Nigerian passport collection process, ensure a proper verification process, and ensure a fully automated system of passport application in the country.

This article is a complete guide on how to apply for an international passport and book an appointment for biometric capturing.

Search for the passport application website on your browser and click on ‘Apply for Fresh Passport.’
On the NIN verification page, provide details such as your NIN and date of birth, then click on ‘verify.
It will automatically generate your biodata, including your full name, date of birth, gender, and marital status. Click on ‘Confirm’ after verification.
You will then be directed to the Passport Type page. Ensure you take note of the ‘Reference No’ that appears at the top of the page, as this will be used to track your application if you’re unable to complete it in one sitting.