The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced an increase in the fees for obtaining a Nigerian passport, which will take effect from September 1, 2024. According to The Bulletin News online and PunchNG reporters, this decision was revealed in a statement issued on Wednesday by Kenneth Udo, the spokesperson for the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), through their X account.
The new fee structure is part of efforts aimed at maintaining and enhancing the quality and integrity of the Nigerian Standard Passport. “As part of its efforts to maintain the quality and integrity of the Nigerian Standard Passport, the Federal Government has approved an upward review of the fees for the passport, effective from September 1, 2024,” Udo stated.
Per the revised fee schedule, the cost of 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.
While the NIS acknowledged that this fee hike might cause some inconvenience to prospective applicants, it reassured the public of its commitment to providing quality service. The agency expressed its unwavering dedication to transparency and maintaining high standards in service delivery.
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