The Federal Government has announced an increase in passport fees for Nigerians living in the country, which is a major step towards preserving the integrity and quality of the Nigerian Standard Passport. This change will take effect from September 1st, 2024.
Under the revised pricing structure, the cost of obtaining a 32-page passport booklet with a five-year validity will increase from ₦35,000 to ₦50,000. Similarly, the fee for a 64-page passport booklet with a ten-year validity will rise from ₦70,000 to ₦100,000.
The announcement was made by DCI KT Udo, the Service Public Relations Officer at the Service Headquarters of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), in a statement released on Wednesday. The statement emphasized that these adjustments are necessary to offset the rising costs associated with passport production and issuance, ensuring the process remains sustainable while upholding security and quality standards.
"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 1st September, 2024," the statement read.
The NIS acknowledged the potential inconvenience these changes might cause prospective applicants but reassured the public of its unwavering commitment to transparency, efficiency and the delivery of high-quality services. It also clarified that the fee adjustments apply solely to Nigerians residing within the country, while passport fees for Nigerians in the Diaspora will remain unchanged.
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