Here’s how to renew your Nigerian international passport if you’re living outside the country.

Humans have been on the move since the beginning of time. Aside from being a fundamental human right, freedom of movement or travel is one of the ways to learn about and explore different cultures and settings.

Nigerians are among the most frequent visitors to the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States.

And we are not traveling alone; Nigerians contribute to the economy of the country in which they live.

According to recent reports, Nigerian students and their families would contribute around £1.93 billion to the UK in 2021.

It is now easier than ever to travel to our neighboring African countries and halfway around the world. The international passport, on the other hand, is required for cross-border travel.

What is an international passport?

A passport is a type of travel document that allows its holder to traverse international borders. It usually comprises a person’s name, address, birth date, photo, signature, gender, nationality, or citizenship.

Passports are granted by national governments for the benefit of their citizens, and they serve as legitimate identity for persons who do not have other forms of identification, such as driver’s licenses or state-issued ID cards.

Globally, every country needs visitors to have travel documents (international passports, for example).

As a result, until the federal government issues international passports, its residents will be unable to exercise their freedom to freely move and/or travel within the country.

Nigerian international passport holders can travel visa-free to 26 countries across the world. The majority of the application processes for new or renewed passports may now be done online, thanks to technological advancements.

This is especially important if you are a Nigerian living in the United Kingdom or Canada and need to renew your passport.

Rather than completing the entire application procedure at the Nigerian consulate, you will only visit for document submission and biometric capture.

How to Renew your Nigerian Passport From UK

The renewal of a Nigerian passport must commence online. To submit your application, follow the procedures below:

Go to the Nigerian High Commission in the United Kingdom.
If you are a first-time user, sign up and/or log in.
Click on ePassport under Passport.
Under the heading “Select a Passport Type,” choose “Standard ECOWAS Passport (ePassport).” The processing country is the United Kingdom, and the issuing office is in London. Take your time reading “Notification,” then click “Start Application.” You will be routed to the “Innovate 1” platform.
If you already have a Yahoo or Google email account, sign in now. Otherwise, click “OpenID” and follow the instructions to register. Select “Submit.” Proceed with the application. After you’ve finished filling out the form, click the button that says, “I accept full responsibility for the information provided in this form.” Then click “Submit Application.”
You will be assigned an Application ID as well as a Reference Number. These will be delivered to your registered email address as well. To print a copy of your form, click the “Print” button.
Then click the “Continue Application” button.
Proceed to the online payment process. If you are applying for more than one individual from the same family, proceed to the next family member’s application and then click “Proceed to Online Payment.” (If you were unable to make payment for any reason, click “POS” on the payment confirmation screen and contact OIS Services Limited for support.).
If your payment is successful, you will be taken to a screen that says “Your Payment is Successful.” Print the Passport Acknowledgement Slip as well as the Passport Payment Slip.
Make an appointment with the High Commission in London, UK. If you miss your initial appointment date, you can reschedule it using the same link.
If you encounter any difficulties, please contact us at info@oisservices.com.

Documents required on the day of your consultation in London, UK

On the day of your appointment, you must bring the following documents to the Nigerian High Commission in the United Kingdom.

Payment slip and payment acknowledgement slip
Your application form, which is about three pages long
NIN slip
The expired (or expiring) passport booklet
A self-addressed envelope, and
A £20 postal order

Procedures to be followed at the High Commission on the day of your appointment

The high commission has arrived. Because the timing on your slip is rarely utilized, join the queue.
Entrance to the lower basement for document verification and collection.
Transfer to the higher floor for biometric capture.

How to Renew Your Nigerian Passport in Canada

Visit the Nigerian High Commission Ontario website and register or log in if you are a first-time user.
Select passport type
Select your processing country, e.g. Ontario, Canada.
Complete application form
Choose your favorite payment option and finish the process.
When you’ve finished paying, click “Submit.”
You will be given both an Application ID and a Reference number.
In-person, submit the completed application form together with any additional required documents to your chosen passport office.
Make an appointment.

Documents required on your appointment day in Ontario, Canada

Online passport application form completed and printed
Print a payment slip
Print out the acknowledgment slip
The applicant must bring the original expired Nigerian E-Passport as well as a photocopy of the E-Passport’s bio-data page. Don’t forget to include your expired passport in the return package. The High Commission will not be able to mail your new passport unless the old one is canceled
Photocopy of the Nigerian E-passport’s bio-data page.
Two recent passport photos with a white background.
Persons under the age of 18 or minors must send a consent letter signed by their parents, as well as a photocopy of the bio-data page of their Nigeria E-Passport (per applicant).
Canada, self-addressed Post an express post envelope (regional if you live in Ontario, national if you live elsewhere).
Before dumping the envelope, make sure to get the tracking number. If you’re only using one envelope for the family, write the names on it.

How to Renew your Nigerian Passport in Washington DC USA

Go to the Nigeria Immigration website, which is located at https://portal.immigration.gov.ng.
Apply for a Passport Renewal
Indicate that you are applying from a location other than Nigeria.
If you are a first-time user, sign up and/or log in.
Select the E-passport application form from the passport menu.
Choose Sa standard e-passport.
Select the United States from the processing nation drop-down menu.
Select Start Application.
Choose one of the FOUR accounts: Google, Yahoo, Open ID, or Facebook, and sign up for one or log in if you already have one. Then complete the form.
Select Washington, DC as your processing office/embassy.
Please fill out and print the form. After that, click the submit button.
When your application is successfully submitted, you will be given a Reference number and an Application ID.
Proceed to payment using the Application ID and Reference number – After paying the e-passport cost, please proceed to https://appointments.immigration.gov.ng/ to schedule your obligatory appointment.

Please print the page that contains the tracking number once you have completed the association. Make out a money order to Innovate Service. Then, attach the money order to the tracking number page and ship it to:

Innovate1 Services, 30 Avon Meadow,
Lane Avon, CT 06001.

Documents required on your appointment day at Washington, DC, USA

Passport applications must be submitted online.
Receipt of online payment.
acknowledgment isSlip of acknowledgment online.
Nigerian passport has expired.
Photocopy of the applicant’s data page from his or her Nigerian passport.
Two recent passport photos, preferably with a white backdrop.
USPS, UPS, or FedEx certified self-addressed prepaid envelope.

How to Renew Your Nigerian Passport in New York

To begin the application:

Prepare a credit card or purchase the needed amount of post office money.
For the electronic application, go to the NIS website.
Choose Apply for Passport Renewal.
If you are a first-time user, sign up and/or log in.
Standard E-passport – The official E-passport is exclusively issued to government personnel who travel overseas.
Select the United States as the processing country and New York as the application office.
Select’start application.’ To sign in, select Google or Yahoo and create an account.
Before submitting for payment, complete the application online and print a copy of the completed application.
Fill out the application form and submit it.
Close the window and go to payment or application input.
Choose a payment option (Money Order, Visa, or American Express) and proceed with the necessary steps.
Make an appointment for your passport interview.

Documents required on the day of your appointment in New York, USA

A copy of your National Identification Number (NIN).
Copy of signed and dated online application form (only for new applicants).
A duplicate of the payment confirmation slip.
A copy of the acknowledgment slip.
Nigerian passport that has expired (if not shown, it will be regarded as a lost passport).
A photocopy of the data page (with the photograph, full name, and date of birth visible).
USPS overnight express postal envelope with tracking number, prepaid and self-addressed.
For a $30 administrative fee, use a credit or debit card.

How to Renew your Nigerian Passport in Atlanta George, USA

Prepare a credit card or purchase the needed amount of Post Office money.
For the electronic application, go to the NIS website.
Choose Standard E-Passport – The official E-Passport is exclusively available to government personnel traveling overseas.
Select the United States as the processing country and Atlanta, Georgia as the application office.
Select’start application.’ To sign in, select Google or Yahoo and create an account.
Before submitting for payment, complete the application online and print a copy of the completed application.
Fill out the application form and submit it.
Close the window and go to payment or application input.
Choose a payment option (Money Order, Visa, or American Express) and proceed with the necessary steps.
Make an appointment for your passport interview.

Documents needed for your appointment in Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Payment slip for a passport.
A slip of acknowledgment for a passport.
Copy of the completed online application form (signed and dated).
One photocopy of your passport.
Expired Nigerian passport (if not presented, it will be assumed lost) and a photocopy of the passport data page (which clearly shows the applicant’s photograph, full name, and date of birth).
Every applicant must present in person at the Consulate the requisite finger and thumb prints to create the E-passport.

FAQS

Can I renew my Nigerian passport in another country?

Use the Nigerian official immigration webpage to apply for a passport renewal while abroad. Then, proceed as follows:

Select your passport type and processing country (country of residence) by clicking on the fresh/passport renewal tab. Begin your application and provide your information as needed.

What documents am I required to provide to renew my Nigerian passport?

Slip of Acknowledgement for Passport. (signed and dated) copy of the online application form Passport photo (one copy). Nigerian passport that has expired (if not produced, it will be presumed lost) as well as a photocopy of the passport data page (which includes the photo, full name, and date of birth)

Can a Nigerian with an expired passport return to Nigeria?

The Federal Government has stated that Nigerians overseas who have expired passports may return home. It also urged airlines to admit such passengers, claiming that the decision was made to make life easier for Nigerians in the diaspora.

Is it possible to travel with an expired passport?

You cannot leave the United States with an expired passport, according to current rules and trends. However, it is not impossible to travel with one; as of May 2021, the US government made it permissible for people with expired passports to return home using their expired passports provided they expired on or after the end of January 2020.

Is a NIN required for an international passport?

Anyone eligible for a Federal Republic of Nigeria passport must supply a National Identification Number (NIN) as part of the issuance process.

Conclusion

If you follow the methods and requirements indicated in this essay, renewing your Nigerian passport will be a breeze.

However, you should always plan and apply for your passport renewal well in advance of your departure date, as some variables may cause delays or disruptions.

We hope you found this tutorial to be useful and instructive. Thank you for taking the time to read this and safe travels!