Nigerian Passport in the UK: Apply, Renew & Book an Appointment (2026)

The City of London skyline — applying for a Nigerian passport in the UK

If you are a Nigerian living in the United Kingdom, your passport application or renewal runs through the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) portal and the Nigeria High Commission in London. This guide covers how to apply for or renew a Nigerian passport in the UK in 2026 — booking your appointment, the documents to bring, and how to avoid a wasted trip to London.

Where UK applications are processed

You complete and pay for the application online, selecting the United Kingdom and the London mission, then attend in person for biometric capture — fingerprints and a photograph. London handles applications from across the UK, so most applicants travel in for the appointment.

What you need in the UK

A valid, correctly linked NIN
Your current or expired Nigerian passport (for a renewal)
Proof of UK address and immigration status
Recent passport photographs to specification
Payment in the required currency, plus any return-postage arrangement

Insider tip: London appointment slots move quickly, and travelling in only to be turned back for a document mismatch is an expensive mistake. Confirm your NIN matches your application and have every document ready before you book your slot — a single trip should be enough.

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How to apply or renew in the UK, step by step

1. Fix your NIN

Confirm it is active and matches your name and date of birth.

2. Apply and pay online

Complete the NIS application for the UK and the passport type and validity you want.

3. Book your London appointment

Choose the earliest available biometrics slot at the High Commission.

4. Attend and capture

Bring your originals, complete biometrics, and check your captured details.

5. Receive your passport

Collect or receive it by the mission’s return arrangement, and verify every detail.

This guide is general information, not immigration advice. Nigeria High Commission and NIS procedures, fees and appointment availability change; confirm the current process before you apply.

Travelling to Nigeria, not just renewing your passport?
If you (or someone travelling with you) also needs a Nigeria visa, see applying for a Nigeria visa from the UK. Nigerian citizens and dual citizens do not need a visa — they travel on a Nigerian passport (here is why).

Frequently asked questions

How do I renew my Nigerian passport in the UK?

Nigerian passport renewal in the UK is done online through the NIS diaspora process, with capture at the designated UK location. We prepare your application and documents so your UK renewal is not delayed; start here.

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