Sh*ckwave For Travelers: FG Slams Nigerians With New Passport Fees From Sept 1

The Federal Government has approved an increase in the fees for obtaining Nigerian international passports, effective September 1, 2025.

In a statement on Thursday, the spokesperson of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), A. S. Akinlabi, explained that the revised charges will apply only to applications made within Nigeria.

Under the new rates, a 32-page booklet with a five-year validity will now cost ₦100,000, while a 64-page booklet with a 10-year validity will cost ₦200,000.

Akinlabi noted that the upward review is intended to safeguard the quality and integrity of the Nigerian Standard Passport.

However, passport fees for Nigerians in the diaspora remain unchanged at $150 for the 32-page, five-year booklet and $230 for the 64-page, 10-year booklet.

The Immigration Service reassured applicants of its commitment to improved service delivery while ensuring that passport services remain both accessible and efficient.