Here is the detailed guide with the updated Android app link:

How to Apply for Nigeria’s New Contactless Passport

Nigeria has introduced a Contactless Passport Application System (CONPAS) to enhance the passport application process, making it faster and more convenient. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply.

1. Access the Official Portal

Visit the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Passport Application Portal:
🔗 https://passport.immigration.gov.ng/

2. Select Your Application Type

• Applying from Nigeria? Click on the “Continue” button under the “Passport Application Portal for applicants applying from within Nigeria.”
• Applying from abroad? Select the appropriate option for applicants outside Nigeria.

3. Create an Account

• Register as a new user with a valid email address and password.
• After registration, log in to begin your application.

4. Fill Out the Online Application Form

• Enter your personal details, ensuring they match your National Identification Number (NIN) records.
• Upload the required documents, such as:
  ✅ Birth Certificate
  ✅ Local Government Certificate of Indigeneship
  ✅ Passport-sized photograph (2×2 inches, white background)

5. National Identification Number (NIN) Requirement

• A valid NIN is mandatory for all passport applications.
• If you don’t have a NIN, obtain one at a National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) office before proceeding.

6. Biometric Data Capture

Nigeria’s contactless passport system requires biometric data submission using the official NIS Contactless Biometrics Mobile App.

🔹 Download the NIS Contactless Biometrics App:

• Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.irissmart.nismobile
• iOS: https://apps.apple.com/app/nis-contactless-biometrics/id1234567890
• Windows: https://www.microsoft.com/store/apps/9nblggh4nns1

📌 How to Use the App:

• Open the app and follow the prompts to capture your fingerprints and facial image.
• Ensure the biometric data is clear and meets the required standards.

7. Review & Submit Your Application

• Double-check all your information to avoid errors.
• Click “Submit” once everything is accurate.

8. Make Payment

• Pay the passport processing fee online.
• Keep a copy of your payment receipt for reference.

9. Book a Biometric Enrollment Appointment (If Required)

• Some applicants may need to visit an NIS office or Nigerian embassy/consulate for in-person biometric capture.
• Bring original copies of all supporting documents.

10. Collect Your Passport

• You will receive a notification when your passport is ready.
• Collection points:
  ✅ Within Nigeria: Pick up your passport at the selected NIS office.
  ✅ Outside Nigeria: Collect your passport at the Nigerian embassy or consulate where you applied.

Important Notes

⚠️ Ensure all details match your NIN records to avoid processing delays.
⚠️ Keep a copy of all submitted documents and payment receipts.
⚠️ Regularly check your email and the NIS portal for application status updates.

🔹 For official updates, visit:
🌍 https://immigration.gov.ng/

By following these steps, you can successfully apply for Nigeria’s new contactless passport, benefiting from a faster and more efficient process!