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Re-issue of Standard Passport

  1. Original Nigerian Passport

  2. Printed copy of filled, dated and signed Passport Application Form

  3. If under 18 years, provide the following: i) Copy of the Data Page of BOTH parent's passports if both parent's names are printed on the Long birth Certificate. Note that at least one of the parents must hold a Nigerian Passport. ii) Letter of consent signed by both parents. In absence of documents or consent of either of the parents, proof of sole custodian from the court must be provided. iii) in the event of death of Nigerian parent, a copy of the Death Certificate must be provided.iv) Long birth Certificate of the applicant

  4. Change of name can only be done by virtue of Marriage or Divorce. In this case the following documents are required:

    a) Marriage Certificate; b) Consent Letter signed by the husband; c) Data page of the husband's Passport; d) Applicant's Valid Passport.


  5. The Mission also effect change of name as a result of Divorce. The applicant is to provide the following:

    a) Divorce Certificate; b) Proof of maiden name, e.g. Passport before marriage; c) Other valid ID Card bearing maiden name.


    Copy of National Identif


  6. Administrative fee of £20.00 United Kingdom Postal Order made epayable to the Nigeria High Commission, London.

  7. Change of name by deed poll is not acceptable.

  8. Fast Track Passport Collection is available on request, however this service is subject to approval. Ask the officer on the counter for details.

NOTE ABOUT FAST TRACK APPLICATION AND ENHANCED PASSPORT: Fast Track Passport Process is available while applicants are still waiting for an email appointment from the Mission. However, this service attract £100.00 United Kingdom Postal Order made payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London. Therefore, applicants will only need to obtain £120.00 postal order in total (i.e. £100.00 for fast track services and £20.00 administrative charges). Also a major requirement for the issuance of the Enhanced e-Passport is the National Identification Number (NIN)(Click here for NIN Enrolment Centers)


If you can satisfy the requirements, Click here to apply for your Passport


  • First Issue of Passport.(N.B: You can also get a First Nigeria Passport by citizenship)

    1. Original and Photocopy of applicant current passport (if Dual nationality)

    2. Original and Photocopy of Birth certificate (showing details of parents)

    3. If under 18 years, provide the following: i) Copy of the Data Page of both parents passport, at least one of which must be a Nigerian Passport. ii) Letter of consent signed by both parents. In absence of documents or consent of either of the parents, proof of sole custodian from the court must be provided. iii) in the event of death of Nigerian parent, a copy of the Death Certificate must be provided.

    4. If above 18 years provide the following: i) Copy of Data page of Nigerian Passport of one of the parents. ii)In the event of death of Nigerian parent, a copy of the Death Certificate must be provided.

    5. If born outside the UK provide a copy of the appropriate documents used to enter the country. Additionally, if any document provided is not in English, please provide translated version which must be signed and stamped by registered/certified translator.

    6. Copy of Online Passport Payment Slip

    7. Printed copy of filled, dated and signed Passport Application Form

    8. Administrative fee of £20.00 United Kingdom Postal Order made epayable to the Nigeria High Commission, London.


    9. Fast Track Passport Collection is available on request, however this service is subject to approval. Ask the officer on the counter for details.

      10. NOTE ABOUT FAST TRACK APPLICATION AND ENHANCED PASSPORT: Fast Track Passport Process is available while applicants are still waiting for an email appointment from the Mission. However, this service attract £100.00 United Kingdom Postal Order made payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London. Therefore, applicants will only need to obtain £120.00 postal order in total (i.e. £100.00 for fast track services and £20.00 administrative charges). Also a major requirement for the issuance of the Enhanced e-Passport is the National Identification Number (NIN) (Click here for NIN Enrolment Centers)


      If you can satisfy the requirements, Click here to apply for your Passport


    Replacement of Lost/Misplaced/Damaged Passport.

    1. Letter to the High Commission, stating reason/s for the replacement of Passport

    2. Download and complete form for Lost Case; Click here to download form

    3. Photocopy of the Data page of old Nigerian passport. If NOT AVAILABLE, please provide Passport Number(E-passport holders only)

    4. A police report clearly stating loss of Nigerian passport.

    5. Copy of Data page of guarantor's (Valid) Nigerian passport.

    6. Two recent passport photographs one of which must be endorsed on the reverse side by the guarantor.

    7. Documentary proof of employment (if employed) such as: letter from employer or P60 or recent payslip.

    8. Document or Letter from the Home Office (if your passport is forwarded to them) indicating residence status in the UK.

    9. Applicant's proof of address in the UK such as: Utility Bills.

    10. Letter from applicant's academic institution (students only).

    11. Charges of £250 United Kingdom Postal Order and made payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London.

    12. Change of name by deed poll is not acceptable.

      13. If the above requirements are met, then, Click Here to apply for your Passport


    13. Copy of Online Passport Payment Slip

    14. Printed copy of filled, dated and signed Passport Application Form

    15. Online Nigeria High Commission Appointment Booking Slip.

    NOTE ABOUT GUARANTOR: A guarantor must be a Nigerian and known to the applicant.


    Emergency Travel Certificates (ETC)

      - It is issued to facilitate applicant's immediate ONE-WAY departure to Nigeria only, and is valid for 30 days from the date of issue.


      - Please do not apply for a Travel Certificate if your passport is valid or with a recognised authority in the United Kingdom


      REQUIREMENTS


    1. Letter to the High Commission stating why the Emergency Travel Certificate is REQUIRED

    2. Two recent passport photographs.

    3. Police report with passport number if it is stolen or missing.

    4. Copy of lost/stolen/misplaced/urgent travel passport.

    5. Additional form of identification, e.g. Letter from employer, Driving license, Letter from academic institution (student only), others.

    6. Copy of Guarantor's valid Nigerian passport.

    7. Recent utility bill from the guarantor.

    8. Airline Ticket to Nigeria.

    9. £120 United Kingdom Postal Order made payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London.

      10. REQUIREMENTS FOR MINOR ETC


    10. Original and Copy of applicant current passport (if Dual nationality)

    11. Original & Copy of Birth certificate (showing details of parents)

    12. i) Copy of the Data Page of parent's passport, at least one of which must be a Nigerian Passport. ii) Letter of consent signed by both parents. In absence of documents or consent of either of the parents, proof of sole custodian from the court must be provided. iii) in the event of death of Nigerian parent, a copy of the Death Certificate must be provided.

    13. Completion and submission of ETC form. Click here to download a copy.

      14. N.B: Opening hours is 9.30am - 1pm and BOOKING APPOINTMENT IS NOT REQUIRED FOR ETC.


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