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NIS Sends Passport Team to UK From August 10 to Clear Nigerians’ Backlog

NIS Sends Passport Team to UK From August 10 to Clear Nigerians’ Backlog

The Nigeria Immigration Service will send a Passport Intervention Team to the United Kingdom from August 10, 2026, to help clear pending passport applications for Nigerians in the diaspora. Working with the Nigerian High Commission, the team will process backlogged and new applications. It will also assist applicants renewing passports with less than one year left before expiry. The exercise will extend to selected UK cities. Applicants should prepare completed application forms and proof of payment, but should wait for the High Commission to announce the official venues and dates before travelling. Digital passport services, including contactless applications and home delivery, will remain available during the intervention.

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Y
yemi

Has anyone seen how applicants will be informed about appointments once the intervention team arrives in the UK?

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J
jaruma

Will the appointment update be shared directly with applicants, or posted publicly somewhere?

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K
kris

For Nigerians with pending applications, a dedicated team working with the High Commission could bring some welcome relief.

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M
mary

Clearing the backlog is encouraging, but the real test will be whether both pending and new applications move smoothly.

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M
mel

Applicants should keep their application details and required documents ready before August 10, especially those already awaiting passports.

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