Quick answer
Nigeria Immigration Service announced passport fee thresholds of N100,000 for 32-page 5-year passports and N200,000 for 64-page 10-year passports for applications made in Nigeria, while diaspora application fees were stated separately in dollars.
This guide is written for Nigerians who need a practical next step. It gives the direct answer first, then shows what to verify, what to prepare, what mistakes to avoid and which related Explainer.NG pages can help.
What the passport options mean
A 32-page passport has fewer visa and stamp pages and is commonly enough for occasional travel. A 64-page passport gives more pages and can be better for frequent travellers, business travellers and people applying for visas often.
Validity also matters. A longer-validity passport can reduce renewal pressure, but it may cost more upfront and eligibility can depend on age and application category.
Do not choose only by price. Consider how often you travel, whether you apply for visas, and how many blank pages your destination usually requires.
- 32-page 5-year passport
- 64-page 5-year passport
- 64-page 10-year passport
- Fresh application
- Renewal
- Lost or damaged passport
Fees to confirm before paying
NIS announced an upward review affecting applications made in Nigeria, including N100,000 for 32-page 5-year and N200,000 for 64-page 10-year passport categories. It also stated diaspora fees separately.
Fees can vary by location, age category, lost-passport cases, administrative charges and consulate rules abroad. Always use the official application route and confirm before payment.
If anyone quotes a very different price, ask what the fee covers and whether payment goes through an official channel. Avoid cash-only promises of guaranteed speed.
Cost is not the only issue
Before paying, check NIN consistency, name order, date of birth, old passport data and supporting documents. A data mismatch can cost more time than the fee itself.
Avoid booking non-refundable flights until the passport is ready. Payment and capture do not mean the booklet is already printed or available for collection.
Keep payment receipt, application slip and appointment details until the passport is collected.
Checklist
- Confirm latest NIS fee
- Choose page count
- Check validity
- Review NIN details
- Pay officially
- Keep receipts
People also ask
How much is the Nigerian passport in 2026?
NIS announced N100,000 for 32-page 5-year and N200,000 for 64-page 10-year applications made in Nigeria, but confirm current fees before payment.
Is 64-page better than 32-page?
It is better for frequent travellers who need more blank pages.
Are diaspora fees the same?
No. NIS stated diaspora fees separately in dollars.
Can agents change the official fee?
Official fees should be verified through NIS or the relevant mission.
Should I pay before fixing NIN mismatch?
Fix identity inconsistencies first where possible.