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Nigerians Outraged Over 100% Increase in Standard Passport Fees

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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a 100% increase in Nigerian Standard Passport fees, effective September 1, 2025. The new rates will see a 32-page passport with five-year validity cost ?100,000, while the 64-page passport with 10-year validity will go for ?200,000. Nigerians have taken to social media to express outrage, frustration, and support for the decision, citing concerns over the integrity of the passport and the impact of the increase on affordability.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has increased Nigerian Standard Passport fees by 100% effective September 1, 2025.
  • The new rates are ?100,000 for a 32-page passport with five-year validity and ?200,000 for a 64-page passport with 10-year validity.
  • Fees for Nigerians in the diaspora remain unchanged at $150 and $230, respectively.
  • Many Nigerians have expressed outrage and frustration over the decision, citing concerns over affordability and the impact on economic hardship.
  • Some have argued that the increase is justified due to the value of the passport and the need for quality and service delivery.
  • Others have questioned the logic behind the increase and the need for more oversight from the National Assembly.
  • The decision has reignited a debate over the value of the passport and whether it justifies its rising cost amid worsening economic hardship.

Statistics:

  • 100% increase in Nigerian Standard Passport fees, effective September 1, 2025.
  • ?100,000 for a 32-page passport with five-year validity.
  • ?200,000 for a 64-page passport with 10-year validity.
  • $150 and $230 for Nigerians in the diaspora.
  • 1 year since the previous review of passport fees in 2024.

Sources:

  • Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) statement signed by ACI AS Akinlabi.
  • Various Twitter posts from @Cpthemonarch, @Darpor__, @strive2exzel, @beefylegz, @OsinbajoCares, @JimohRapport, @Terrykom3, @Tiwa_Specials, @Horiyourme, @EtitiIfeanyi, @Omas57165980, @Mdb27384231, and others.

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