REVEALED – Five Simple Steps to Apply for Automated Passport and Documents Required for Passport renewal
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo will today, Monday, January 8, launch the much-anticipated International Passport Automation system.
The automated passport system launch will go live during a review of Nigeria Immigration Service facilities in Abuja on January 8, 2024.
The programme intends to give applicants a convenient and secure experience while also reducing human interface in the passport application process.
The minister emphasized the importance of the new system in strengthening the country’s security architecture and safeguarding Nigerian residents’ comfort and convenience.
Here are five ways to enroll for your International Passport.
Step 1
Proceed to the Official Website . Fill your NIN to auto-fill your data from NIMC.
Step 2
Complete other data fields as required.
Step 3
Upload your passport photograph that meets (ICAO Standards) and other supporting documents.
Step 4
Walk into an Immigration Office for your Biometric Capture.
Step 5
Your passport is ready for collection within 2 weeks.
REQUIREMENTS FOR FRESH APPLICANTS
You must be a Nigerian
You must have NIN
Passport photograph that meets ICAO standards
Supporting documents, e.g., birth certificate and local government certificate of indigeneship, etc.
REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWAL
You must have NIN
Old passport number
Passport photograph that meets ICAO standards.
Supporting documents, e.g., birth certificate and local government certificate of indigeneship, etc.
