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Nigeria Passport Photo Maker

A Nigerian passport photo is 51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 in) — US format, not the global 35 × 45 mm — with a plain white background and head 25-35 mm. JPG for digital uploads at NIS's online portal. Six-month freshness, neutral expression, both ears visible.

NGN 35,000is the 2026 fee for a Nigerian 32-page 10-year passport —·Nigeria Immigration Service

Updated May 22, 2026·Verified against Nigeria official passport spec · headshot research team

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Nigeria passport photo at a glance

Physical size	51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 in)
Pixels @ 300 DPI	602 × 602
Head height	25 - 35 mm
Background	Plain white background
Accepted formats	JPG
Passport fee (2026)	NGN 35,000 (32-page, 10-year) / NGN 70,000 (64-page)
Processing time	3-6 weeks standard
Studio cost	NGN 1,500 to NGN 5,000
Official source	passport.immigration.gov.ng

What the rules actually say

Nigeria's 51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 inch) passport photo is unusual for Africa — most other African countries use the global 35 × 45 mm standard. Nigeria adopted the US format in 2007 when the e-passport launched, partly because of high US visa application volume from Nigerian applicants. The same photo file works for both applications.

Applications run through passport.immigration.gov.ng — online initiation, in-person biometric capture at any NIS (Nigeria Immigration Service) office. Standard processing is 3-6 weeks; expedited service is available at major centres for an additional fee.

Pure white background is required. Nigerian photo studios charge NGN 1,500-5,000 for compliant 51 × 51 mm photos. Many studios cluster around NIS offices in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt and offer 5-minute printing.

From abroad — particularly the US (3 million Nigerian diaspora), UK, Canada, and the Gulf states — Nigerian embassies and High Commissions process applications through the same NIS system. The 51 × 51 mm photo specification applies worldwide.

Top reasons Nigeria passport photos get rejected

Background not pure white
Photo not 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm)
Head height outside 25-35 mm
Wearing glasses
Photo more than 6 months old

Where to apply for your Nigeria passport

Apply at Nigeria Immigration Service offices. https://passport.immigration.gov.ng/ →

Studio alternative: NGN 1,500 to NGN 5,000. The photo from this tool meets the same published spec — print on photo paper at home or at a drugstore for the same compliance result.

Related countries

If you also need a passport photo for a neighbouring or related country, the spec usually differs slightly. Here are the closest matches:

South Africa passport photo — 35 × 45 mm, plain
United States passport photo — 51 × 51 mm, white or off-white

Privacy: what we do with your photo

The Nigeria passport photo maker runs entirely in your browser. Cropping, scaling, and background colour replacement happen on your device using the Canvas API. The background-removal step uses our private worker server, processes the image in memory only, and deletes it immediately after returning the cutout — no logs, no storage, no training data.

Page URL: https://freeheadshot.org/tools/passport-photo/nigeria. Spec verified against passport.immigration.gov.ng on 2026-05-22.

Questions, answered

Nigeria Passport Photo Maker — frequently asked questions

Why does Nigeria use the US 2 × 2 inch format?

Nigeria adopted the US 51 × 51 mm format in 2007 when the e-passport launched, partly for ICAO compatibility and partly because many Nigerian applicants also apply for US visas (which use the same format). The same photo works for both applications.

What's the difference between the 32-page and 64-page Nigerian passport?

Same photo specification. The 64-page version costs more and lasts the same 10 years — useful for frequent travellers who'd fill the 32-page version before expiry.

Where do I apply for a Nigerian passport in Lagos?

At any Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) office — there are 4 in Lagos and dozens across other states. Online application initiation is required through passport.immigration.gov.ng.

Can I renew my Nigerian passport abroad?

Yes, at any Nigerian embassy or High Commission. Same 51 × 51 mm photo. Major missions in the US, UK, Canada, and the Gulf states handle high diaspora volume.

Are smiles allowed?

No. Neutral expression with closed mouth required for biometric verification.

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