The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a system upgrade and maintenance on its passport portal, affecting domestic applications within Nigeria. The upgrade aims to improve the service for future use and is expected to be completed within 72 hours.
Impact on Passport Applications
- Domestic Applications: The portal is temporarily unavailable for applicants in Nigeria.
- International Applications: Passport applications for Nigerians living abroad will not be impacted by the upgrade.
What to Expect
- Dedicated Team: A team is working diligently to complete the upgrade and restore full access to the portal as soon as possible.
- Apology for Inconvenience: The NIS apologized for any inconvenience caused by the temporary disruption and expressed gratitude for the public’s patience and understanding.
Ongoing Commitment to Service
- Efficient and Reliable Services: The NIS remains committed to providing efficient and reliable services to all Nigerians.
- Portal Restoration: The portal will be fully operational once the upgrade is completed.
Source: Nairametrics
