How to Renew Your Nigerian Passport

Renewing your Nigerian passport requires attention to detail and patience. Be prepared...! A LOT has changed since my last experience in a consulate in 2019 (see below). I have an update based on my experience from 2024 to 2025, including getting by NIN as a pre-requisite. While I get that ready, please review the following video which explains all the updated procedures for entry into Nigeria as of May 1, 2025.

Treat the following instructions, based on my experience with the Nigerian Consulate in Atlanta, Georgia (8060 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30350 USA) on February 26, 2019, as a narrative from "the before times"...

The following checklist is based on my experience. Follow links for additional information.

Read through the ENTIRE set of rules BEFORE you apply...
Once you are clear on the instructions, get your credit card and know the address in Nigeria...
You are now ready to apply on-line. The electronic application is your only option.
Also note that it is pretty much impossible to get anyone on the phone at the consulate...
Once you finish your application, print copies of your application and payment receipt...
Note your application ID and reference number...
Plan your trip to the consulate so that you can arrive when it opens...
Turn around and head to the bigger waiting room...
When your number is called, you enter a series of offices...
Make sure you sign your application. Staff will give you confirmation of your enrollment...
If everything goes well, your renewal process should take no more than two hours...
If you want the consulate to mail your new passport, bring a pre-paid UPS envelope...

GOOD LUCK! And I hope you enjoy your next trip to Nigeria!

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Last updated: June 14, 2025