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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:

  5. a) Marriage Certificate;

    b) Consent Letter signed by the husband;

    c) Data page of the husband’s Passport;

    d) Applicant’s Valid Passport.

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

  7. a) Divorce Certificate;

    b) Proof of maiden name, e.g. Passport before marriage;

    c) Other valid ID Card bearing maiden name.

  8. Copy of National Identification Number (NIN) (Note: Your NIN must match the details on your passport in correct order)

  9. Copy of appointmment booking via Nigeria Immmigartion Service (Click here to book appointment)

  10. Administrative fee of £20.00 United Kingdom Postal Order made payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London. You are also to come along with a stamp Royal Mail C4 special delivery envelope to enable the Mission to mail back your passports as there would be NO physical collection once the biometric has been taken

  11. Change of name by deed poll is not acceptable.
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. Copy of National Identification Number (NIN) (Note: Your NIN must match the details on your passport in correct order)
  9. Copy of appointmment booking via Nigeria Immmigartion Service (Click here to book appointment)
  10. Administrative fee of £20.00 United Kingdom Postal Order made payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London. You are also to come along with a stamp Royal Mail C4 special delivery envelope to enable the Mission to mail back your passports as there would be NO physical collection once the biometric has been taken
If you can satisfy the requirements, Click here to apply for your Passport
Replacement of Damaged/Lost/Stolen Passports
  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 £150 United Kingdom Postal Order and made payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London. You are also to come along with a stamp Royal Mail C4 special delivery envelope to enable the Mission to mail back your passports as there would be NO physical collection once the biometric has been taken
  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
  14. Copy of Online Passport Payment Slip
  15. Printed copy of filled, dated and signed Passport Application Form
  16. 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.

 
  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

REQUIREMENTS FOR MINOR ETC

  1. Original and Copy of applicant current passport (if Dual nationality)
  2. Original & Copy of Birth certificate (showing details of parents)
  3. Copy of the Data Page of parent\’s passport, at least one of which must be a Nigerian Passport.
  4. 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.
  5. In the event of death of Nigerian parent, a copy of the Death Certificate must be provided

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

Requirement for Contacless Application (Self Biometric)

– Please Note: The contactless application process is not available for applicant under the age of 18 or for first-time application. Application can be process through appointment system.

 
  1. A Royal Mail C4 special delivery self-addressed envelope for return delivery
  2. The old passport (if applicable)
  3. Payment of the £20 administrative fee, made via postal order payable to the Nigeria High Commission, London (Applicants should write their name and telephone number at the back of the postal order.)
  4. Application forms and payment receipt
  5. All required documents should be sent to: Nigeria High Commission, 9 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5BX.
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The Nigerian Coat of arms
NIGERIA HIGH COMMISSION

Nigeria House, 9 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5BX.
Telephone: 020 7839 1244 Fax: 020 7839 8746
Email: hc@nigeriahc.org.uk

PUBLIC NOTICE / DISCLAIMER

         The attention of the Nigeria High Commission, London, has been drawn to certain publications and commentaries currently in circulation regarding the administrative fees applicable to the ongoing Passport Intervention Exercise.

While the Mission appreciates the interest, goodwill and engagement of members of the Nigerian diaspora, it has become necessary to clarify that some of the information contained in those publications are inaccurate and do not represent the official position of the High Commission.

For the avoidance of doubt, any claim suggesting that an administrative fee of £70.00 received presidential approval is incorrect. The approved standard administrative charge remains £20.00.

The High Commission therefore wishes to clearly and respectfully dissociate itself from any inaccurate or misleading information not issued through its authorised channels and to state unequivocally that such publications did not emanate from the Mission.

Accordingly, members of the public are advised to disregard any information that is not communicated through the authorised channels of the Nigeria High Commission, London.

The High Commission remains committed to the continued delivery of efficient services to members of the public.

Signed

NIGERIA HIGH COMMISSION, LONDON

11th September, 2026

The Nigerian Coat of arms
NIGERIA HIGH COMMISSION

Nigeria House, 9 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5BX.
Telephone: 020 7839 1244 Fax: 020 7839 8746
Email: hc@nigeriahc.org.uk

NOTICE

 Dear applicant(s)

This is to inform all passport intervention applicants that have paid £70 admin fee that £50 will be refunded to you, £20 being the standard admin fee

Signed

NIGERIA HIGH COMMISSION, LONDON

The Nigerian Coat of arms
NIGERIA HIGH COMMISSION

Nigeria House, 9 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5BX.
Telephone: 020 7839 1244 Fax: 020 7839 8746
Email: hc@nigeriahc.org.uk

SPECIAL PASSPORT INTERVENTION EXERCISE – SEPTEMBER 2026.

          This to inform members of the Nigerian community in the United Kingdom that the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), in collaboration with the Nigeria High Commission, London will conduct A Special Passport Intervention Exercise in the following cities:

  1. Manchester 7th -21st September 2026 (Address: Nigeria House 23 Platt lane Manchester M14 5NE).
  2. London 7th - 03rd October 2026 (Address: 56-57 Fleet Street London, EC4Y 1JU).
  3. Cardiff 21st -26th September 2026 (Address: Sophia Garden, Sophia Walk, Cardiff CF11 9XR).
  4. Aberdeen 21st -26th September 2026 (Address: Hilton Convention Centre 13 Smithfield Road, Aberdeen, AB24 4NR).

All applicants attending the exercise are REQUIRED to come with the following:

  1. Passport Application Form
  2. Payment receipt for passport application
  3. Printout of Appointment Slip
  4. Old Passport Booklet (mandatory for all reissues, renewals, or change of data).
  5. £20 Postal order payable to the Nigeria High Commission or payment via E-payment
  6. £150 Postal order for LOST/MISPLACED or DAMAGE PASSPORT payable to the Nigeria High Commission or payment via E-payment
  7. A Prepaid Royal Mail C4 special delivery self-addressed envelope (for return of the processed passport)

Click here to book for intervention appointment

Signed,

NIGERIA HIGH COMMISSION, LONDON