Nigerian Passport Intervention Exercise in the UK: September 2026 Dates and Requirements
The Nigeria Immigration Service, in collaboration with the Nigeria High Commission in London, has announced a Special Passport Intervention Exercise for Nigerians living in the United Kingdom.
The exercise begins this week in Manchester and London. It will later continue in Cardiff and Aberdeen.
The programme is intended to help applicants who have already completed their online Nigerian passport application and received an appointment date.
Important Notice: County Service Group can help applicants understand the process, check their documents and address certain NIN-related issues before attending. County Service Group does not issue Nigerian passports and is not the organiser of the intervention exercise.
Nigerian Passport Intervention Dates and Venues
Nigerian Passport Intervention Manchester
Phase 123 Platt Lane
Manchester
M14 5NE
Nigerian Passport Intervention London
Phase 1Bramley Road
London
N14 4UW
Nigerian Passport Intervention Cardiff
Phase 2Sophia Walk
Cardiff
CF11 9XR
Nigerian Passport Intervention Aberdeen
Phase 213 Smithfield Road
Aberdeen
AB24 4NR
Applicants should check the official Nigeria High Commission notice before travelling in case the dates, venue details or requirements change.
Who Can Attend the Passport Intervention Exercise?
According to the official announcement, an applicant who has already completed a Nigerian passport application and has received an appointment date may attend the intervention exercise at one of the listed centres.
This means that applicants should complete the online application process before attending.
Documents Required for the Intervention
The official notice requires applicants to bring:
- Printed passport application form
- Passport application payment receipt
- Printed appointment slip
- Previous Nigerian passport for renewals, reissues or changes of data
- The applicable Nigeria High Commission administrative payment
- A prepaid Royal Mail C4 Special Delivery self-addressed envelope for returning the processed passport
Payable to the Nigeria High Commission or payment through its official electronic payment service.
Payable to the Nigeria High Commission or electronic payment. Supporting documents may be requested.
Write your name and telephone number clearly where required and keep copies of every document and payment receipt.
Do You Need an Appointment?
Applicants should first complete the Nigerian passport application online, make the required payment and obtain an appointment slip.
The intervention notice states that applicants who have already applied and received any appointment date may attend the exercise at one of the published locations.
An intervention appointment booking link is available through the official Nigeria High Commission website. Applicants should use the official booking channel and avoid paying unverified individuals who claim they can guarantee a passport appointment.
Official Nigeria High Commission booking form hosted on Jotform. External link opens in a new tab.
Applying for a Fresh Nigerian Passport
Applicants seeking a first Nigerian passport should complete the application through the official Nigeria Immigration Service portal.
The process normally includes:
- Creating or accessing your application account.
- Selecting the fresh passport application.
- Verifying your National Identification Number (NIN).
- Choosing the passport booklet and processing centre.
- Providing the required personal and contact information.
- Uploading the requested documents.
- Paying the official application fee.
- Printing the application form, payment receipt and appointment slip.
Your personal details should match the information recorded against your NIN.
Renewing or Reissuing a Nigerian Passport
For passport renewal or reissue, applicants will normally need to:
- Select the renewal or reissue option on the official passport portal.
- Verify their NIN and date of birth.
- Enter the current passport information.
- Compare the application details with the NIN record.
- Choose the appropriate processing centre and passport booklet.
- Upload an acceptable passport photograph.
- Make payment and print the application documents.
- Bring the previous passport to the intervention centre.
What If Your NIN Details Do Not Match?
NIN information is important during a Nigerian passport application. Differences involving names, date of birth or other personal information can prevent successful verification or delay the application.
Before submitting your passport application, check that your:
- Full name is correctly written
- Date of birth is accurate
- Gender is correct
- NIN belongs to you
- Passport information matches your NIN record
- Supporting documents use consistent personal information
Where a correction is required, begin the process as early as possible because a change may not be completed immediately.
County Service Group provides independent support for Nigerians who need help understanding identity and passport preparation requirements.
Available assistance may include:
Important Checklist Before Travelling
Before leaving for Manchester, London, Cardiff or Aberdeen, confirm that you have:
Keep the documents together in a secure folder.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applicants should avoid:
Preparing carefully can reduce preventable problems at the intervention centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Help Preparing for the Intervention
If you need help checking your NIN information or preparing your passport application documents before attending the intervention, contact County Service Group.
Start the process early. Do not wait until the final day of the intervention to check your documents or correct inconsistent personal information.