Nigeria Raises Passport Fees to ₦100,000 and ₦200,000 Effective September 1

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a significant increase in passport application fees effective from September 1, 2025.

The hike comes amid President Bola Tinubu’s call for Nigerians abroad to return home fueling public discussion about the government’s intent to strengthen border management.

Under the new fee structure, a 32-page passport valid for five years will now cost ₦100,000 up from ₦50,000 while a 64-page passport valid for ten years has doubled to ₦200,000.

These increases apply only to passports processed within Nigeria fees for Nigerians applying overseas remain unchanged at $150 for the 32-page and $230 for the 64-page passport.

“Nigeria is making it clear — when President Tinubu said everyone should return, this is part of ensuring no one escapes proper documentation and control,” commented a government official on the policy rationale.

The phrase “Osubrile ooo…” has trended on social media, reflecting the mix of surprise and acceptance from many Nigerians.

The Nigeria Immigration Service emphasizes that the fee revision will help enhance the quality, integrity, and security of the Nigerian Standard Passport and improve immigration services overall.

Meanwhile, the fee increase has sparked varied reactions online with some questioning affordability and others supporting the government’s efforts to tighten border controls and identity management in line with national security objectives.

Nigeria Immigration Service Raises Passport Fees as President Tinubu Urges Returnees to Come Home

Abuja The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a significant increase in passport application fees effective September 1, 2025. Under the new pricing, a 32-page passport valid for five years will cost ₦100,000, double the previous fee, while a 64-page passport valid for ten years is now ₦200,000.

This hike coincides with President Bola Tinubu’s recent call urging Nigerians living abroad to return home. Many see the increase as part of the government’s efforts to ensure proper documentation and tighten border controls with social media buzzing over the sentiment that “no one escapes” under the new regime.

The NIS stated that the fee revision aims to enhance the quality and security of Nigerian passports, promising improved passport services and integrity.

However, the fee increase has sparked mixed reactions, with some Nigerians concerned about affordability amid the country’s economic challenges.

The fee increase applies only to applications made within Nigeria; fees for Nigerians applying overseas remain unchanged.