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Welcome to the Nigeria High Commission
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From the High Commissioner
Welcome to the Nigeria High Commission
On behalf of the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I warmly welcome you to the High Commission in Canberra.
Whether you are a Nigerian building a life across Australia and the Oceanic States, an Australian partner exploring trade and investment, or simply a friend of Nigeria, this Mission exists to serve you — with service that is timely, transparent and treats every person with dignity.
Nigeria and Australia share deep and growing ties. I invite you to access our consular services, discover the Nigeria behind the headlines, and reach out to us. Our door — and our commitment to you — is always open.
Ambassador (Dr.) Olufemi Pedro
High Commissioner
Nigeria & Australia at a glance
A partnership with real momentum
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Guidance for you
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Citizens & Diaspora
Passports and Emergency Travel Certificates, NIN enrolment, document attestation and staying registered with the Mission across Australia and the Oceanic States.
Citizen & consular servicesVisiting Nigeria
Tourist, Business, STR and Temporary Work Permit visas, entry requirements and travel guidance — prepared correctly the first time.
Visas & entryBusiness & Investors
A clear, credible route to trade with and invest in Nigeria — connected to the right federal ministries, with every enquiry captured and acted upon.
Trade & investmentServices
What can we help you with?
Immigration, consular and trade services for Nigerians and visitors across Australia and the Oceanic States.
Immigration
Standard passportEmergency Travel CertificateTourist VisaBusiness VisaTemporary Work Permit VisaSTR VisaLearn Nigeria
Discover the Nigeria behind the headlines.
For Australians looking to invest, do business or build ties with Nigeria and Nigerians: explore the country, its economy, its culture and the opportunities in the partnership.
220 million people · Africa’s largest market · Gateway to West Africa
Nigeria in motion
A country in full colour
From the feathers of the Calabar Carnival to the Durbar horsemen of the north and the skylines of the Federal Capital — a few moments of everyday Nigeria.
Africa’s biggest street party — feathers, sequins and month-long celebration.
Centuries-old horsemanship and royal pageantry across northern Nigeria.
A planned capital and one of Africa’s fastest-growing urban economies.
Music, dance and community — culture lived out loud, in green and white.
Serving our community
Here for you, and it shows
I renewed my passport without flying to Canberra — the outreach visit to Melbourne made it simple and quick.
A clear, responsive partner for our trade delegation to Lagos. The Mission opened the right doors.
News & notices
Latest from the Mission
Nigeria Engages New South Wales Premier on Trade, Investment & Diaspora Advancement
High Commissioner Dr. Olufemi Pedro presented a comprehensive partnership agenda to NSW Premier Chris Minns, covering trade, investment and diaspora advancement.
Contactless Passport Application System
The Nigeria Immigration Service's new Contactless Passport Application System (CONPAS) allows eligible applicants in Australia to complete biometric enrolment without an in-person embassy visit.
Strengthening Technical & Vocational Education Ties between Nigeria and Australia
The High Commissioner and Mission officials visited the Canberra Institute of Technology's Centre of Excellence to explore a prospective MoU on technical and vocational education.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to common questions about our services.
How do I renew my Nigerian passport?
Nigerian passport renewals use the same Standard Passport Application process as a new passport, through the Contactless Passport Application System (CONPAS). Start your application at passport.immigration.gov.ng, selecting “Apply from Outside Nigeria” and then “Apply for Renewal/Reissue”. You'll verify your identity with your NIN and date of birth, complete the application form, and choose your Processing Embassy.
Once you have your Application ID and Reference Number, you can opt in to the Contactless process and complete biometric enrolment through the NIS Mobile App, then send your documents to your chosen Processing Embassy.
How do I apply for a Nigerian visa?
Nigerian visa applications (Tourist, Business, Temporary Work Permit and STR) are completed online at portal.immigration.gov.ng, where you also make your online application payment. Required supporting documents are then sent to the Nigeria High Commission, and a separate High Commission Administration Fee applies.
What are the NIN enrolment requirements?
NIN enrolment for the diaspora is conducted by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in collaboration with EH-LED Global Resources Ltd, represented by Commscentric Pty Ltd. The enrolment process and its specific document requirements are managed through their application portal at ninbooking.com — follow the instructions provided there. Once your registration is complete, you can book an appointment with the High Commission online.
How do I book an appointment?
Click “Book an Appointment” in the site header, then choose the appointment type you need — Consular Appointment, Passport Appointment, Visa Appointment, or an appointment with the High Commissioner / Diplomatic Officers — or select “View all appointment types” to browse every category. From there you'll choose (or confirm) a service, then a date, time, timezone, enter your details, review and confirm.
What payment methods are accepted?
Three payment methods are used across services: the NIS Mobile App (for the USD $100 Passport Application Fee), Money Order (for applicable High Commission administration and consular fees), and Bank Transfer (for Driver's Licence Certification). Not every service accepts every payment method — always confirm the correct method on the relevant service page.
How do I certify a document?
The type of certification depends on the document: personal documents and certificates, products for import / Free Sales Certificates, and Driver's Licences each have their own requirements and fee. Select the relevant certification service to view its exact document checklist, fee and mailing instructions.