Nigerian Passport Fees Skyrocket by 186% in Less Than Two Years
By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News
Nigerians preparing to renew their international passports are bracing for an unprecedented hike in application fees, as costs have more than doubled within a short span of two years.
Passport Fees Before and After the Hike
The 32-page passport with five years’ validity, which cost ₦35,000 before 2024, will now set applicants back by a staggering ₦100,000 from September 2025. Similarly, the 64-page passport with ten years’ validity has jumped from ₦70,000 to ₦200,000 in the same period.
According to Akahi News, this represents a 186% increase, raising serious concerns for citizens who rely on travel documents for education, business, healthcare, and family-related trips abroad.
Effective Changes at a Glance
- September 2024:
- 32-page passport (5 years) — ₦50,000
- 64-page passport (10 years) — ₦100,000
- September 2025:
- 32-page passport (5 years) — ₦100,000
- 64-page passport (10 years) — ₦200,000
Public Reactions and Implications
Many Nigerians have expressed outrage over the steep rise, particularly students seeking to study abroad and families planning international travel. Travel agencies also warn that the hike could discourage legitimate travel while increasing the desperation of those seeking irregular migration routes.
Stakeholders argue that while the government cites production costs and security upgrades as reasons for the hike, the reality is that many households are already struggling with inflation, rising tuition fees, and high living costs.
What Next for Nigerians?
With the new rates now firmly in place, the burden falls heavily on ordinary citizens. Experts suggest that Nigerians who plan to renew or apply for passports should budget far ahead to avoid last-minute financial strain.
As the cost of international mobility continues to rise, analysts warn that this could further isolate Nigerians from opportunities abroad unless urgent interventions are considered.
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