The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has officially rolled out its innovative Contactless Biometric Passport Application System in the United States, Brazil, Jamaica, and Mexico.
This announcement was made in a statement issued by the NIS Public Relations Officer (SPRO), Mr. Akinsola Akinlabi, via the official NIS ‘X’ page.
Akinlabi said this development comes as part of the second-phase expansion of the contactless passport application system, which began in Europe on February 7, 2025, Pan-Atlantic Kompass had earlier reported.
According to the statement, the development is part of the efforts of the NIS to simplify passport renewals for the diaspora, eliminating the need for in-person visits to passport centres.
The contactless system, launched in the US on April 11, 2025, and extended to Jamaica, Mexico, and Brazil on April 14, allows Nigerians to renew their passports entirely online.
By downloading the “NIS Mobile” app, available on the Google Play Store, users can complete the renewal process from anywhere with internet access.
The statement reads in part: “The application system, which is currently available on Google Play Store (NIS Mobile), is designed to allow Nigerians to renew their passports without visiting any Passport Centre for Biometrics enrollment.
“The Apple store version will be onboard shortly, and an enhanced version of the NIS Mobile App for both Android and iOS users will be deployed to further improve users’ experience and accessibilities.
“With this roll-out, the service further informs the general public that the contactless passport app is now available in Canada, the USA, Mexico, Jamaica, Brazil, Europe, and Asia.
“It is yet to be rolled out in Australia and Nigeria, a future date will be announced for both countries in due course.”
To renew a passport using the contactless system:
• Download the App: Search for “NIS Mobile” on the Google Play Store.
• Create a Profile: Register with a valid email and provide your National Identification Number (NIN) and current passport details.
• Submit Documents: Upload the required documents, such as your NIN slip and birth certificate.
• Complete Biometric Capture: Use your device for remote facial recognition and verification.
• Make Payment: Pay securely online, and your renewed passport will be delivered to your specified address.
