Quick answer
To get a Nigerian international passport, prepare your identity documents, apply through the Nigeria Immigration Service process, pay through the official route, attend capture, keep receipts and track collection through official communication.
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 to prepare
Your application depends on age, first-time or renewal status, and document consistency. Name, date of birth and NIN details should match before you apply.
If you have name mismatch, fix or document it before capture to avoid delay.
- NIN details
- Birth evidence
- Old passport if renewal
- Application slip
- Payment receipt
- Supporting identity documents
Application flow
Use the official NIS process, complete the form carefully, pay through approved channels and attend capture with required documents.
Do not book urgent travel until the passport is physically ready unless you understand the risk.
Common mistakes
Wrong name order, wrong date of birth, unofficial payments and incomplete documents can delay processing.
Keep every receipt and acknowledgement.
Checklist
- Check name consistency
- Use official NIS route
- Prepare NIN details
- Keep payment receipt
- Attend capture
- Track collection
People also ask
Can I apply online?
Use the official Nigeria Immigration process for current application steps.
Do I need NIN?
NIN details are commonly part of identity checks.
Can an agent guarantee speed?
Be cautious with guarantees.
Should I book flight first?
Avoid non-refundable bookings before passport is ready.
What if my name changed?
Prepare correction evidence before applying.