How To Renew your Nigerian passport in Canada
This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to renew a Nigerian passport in Canada. From gathering the required documents to submitting the application, this guide will help Nigerian citizens living in Canada navigate the passport renewal process.
In need to renew your expiring Nigerian passport, but you currently reside in Canada?
No need to worry, as you can do it easily while living in Canada.
Due to the fact that a Nigerian passport’s expiration is every five years, around 42,000 Nigerians living in Canada renew their passport annually.
Therefore, the procedure of renewing the passport is important to know and is used widely by Nigerians living in Canada.
This article will provide you with the steps that need to be taken in Canada in order to renew your Nigerian passport.
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Procedure
1. First, you need to find where the Nigerian consular services are being offered in Canada.
The Nigerian High Commission (Nigerian Consulate) is the only diplomatic mission that Nigeria has in Canada and it is located at: 295 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1R9, Canada.
The email address for the Nigerian High Commission in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, is: [email protected]
2. Complete the online application:
- Go to the Immigration Service website of the Nigerian government
- In the Passport Section, choose “Apply for Passport Renewal
- In the Passport Type Section, choose “Standard ePassport” and you will be prompted to choose “Processing Country” – select “Canada”
- Read carefully the important notice about the payment, which you will need to complete before submitting your online application
- Click on “Start Application”
- You’ll be asked to login via your personal Google, Yahoo or OpenID account
- Once the above step is done, you can now start filling out your application
- Before submitting your application, you will be asked to select processing embassy in Canada
- Final step is to complete the payment and print the copy of your online application, which will also include your application ID and Reference Number
3. For your consulate visit, which you need to schedule ahead of time, you need to bring PRINTED documents, such as:
- Copy of your online application
- Payment receipt for your online application
- Acknowledgement slips
- Your expired Nigerian passport
- Copies of the inner data pages of your passport
- 2 passport-size photos according to the Nigerian photo requirements
- Envelope with your mailing address, which will be used to send you your renewed passpor
Cost of Renewing a Nigerian Passport in Canada
Let’s get down to the cost of renewing your Nigerian passport in Canada, which is rather straightforward.
- Ages 16-59 years of age will need to pay $200 CAD
- Ages under 16 or over 60 years of age will need to pay $120 CAD
These costs cover the following:
- Legal fees and taxes
- Delivery fees
Please note that the fees are subject to change.
How Long Does a Nigerian Passport Renewal in Canada Take?
It should take around 8 weeks after submission of your application, in order for your passport to be ready, though it can be faster.
One of the factors affecting the length of your wait is how busy the Nigerian Consulate immigration in Canada is at that moment.
In addition, it may take time for you to get a consular interview date when you desire.
Conclusion
Make sure to renew your passport prior to its expiration, so you will not be left without this important legal document while living in Canada.
Now that you know the basics of how to renew your Nigerian passport in Canada, you are prepared ahead of time and can easily complete it on your own!
If you are reading this and are not yet living in Canada, the first step is to find out if you qualify to apply for a Canadian visa for permanent residency.
Over 400,000 people immigrate to Canada every year and Nigeria is one of the top countries of origin for new Canadian permanent residents.
Most of the people approved for immigration to Canada each year are skilled foreign workers and their family members.
Since 2012, Canadian Visa Expert has been working with authorized immigration consultants who can provide you with an Eligibility Evaluation of your best option for immigration to Canada and guide you through the application process if you qualify.
Discover Frequently Asked Questions from Our Support
How do I renew my Nigerian passport in Canada?
In order to renew your Nigerian passport in Canada, you will need to complete several steps, including preparing relevant documentation for the online application, printing a copy of it, preparing relevant receipts and photos, paying the processing fee, and scheduling an in-person appointment at the Nigerian Consulate in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Can I renew my Nigerian passport in Canada before it expires?
Yes, it is possible (and preferable) to renew a Nigerian passport in Canada before it expires. To do so, individuals should visit the Nigerian government’s immigration website, complete the online application, prepare the necessary documents and photos and pay the government fee. When applying for renewal of a Nigerian passport while living in Canada, applicants must provide proof that they are a legal resident or citizen of Nigeria (such as their passport). They may also have to include identity documents such as a driver's license or birth certificate, and proof of legal residence in Canada. After submitting the documents, applicants will receive their new passport within about six to eight weeks.
Where can I renew my Nigerian passport in Canada?
Much of the Nigerian passport renewal process can be done online on the Nigerian immigration website and then the interview can be scheduled on the website of the Nigerian High Commission (Nigerian Consulate), which is located at: 295 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1R9, Canada. The email address for the Nigerian High Commission in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, is: [email protected]
