The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), has announced a three-month grace period for all foreign nationals with expired visas to leave the country without incurring penalties.

The directive, issued on Friday, May 2, 2025, was contained in an official statement signed by Akinsola Akinlabi, the NIS Public Relations Officer.

According to the announcement, the grace period ends on August 1, 2025. After that date, foreign nationals who remain in the country with expired visas will be subject to daily fines of $15, along with potential bans of up to five years or permanent blacklisting starting September 2025.

“A 3-month grace period allows foreigners with expired visas to exit Nigeria without penalty, ending August 1, 2025,” the statement reads.

Key Measures Introduced by the Nigerian Immigration Service:

• Penalty-free exit for foreign nationals with expired visas until August 1, 2025.
• Daily fines of $15 will apply to those who overstay beyond the grace period.
• Sanctions could include bans of up to five years or permanent blacklisting.
• Launch of a mandatory online landing and exit card system accessible via lecard.immigration.gov.ng.

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The NIS also unveiled a new digital landing and exit card system for inbound and outbound international travelers. All travelers are now required to complete these cards online before entry or departure.

This measure is part of Nigeria’s broader efforts to strengthen border control, enhance immigration compliance, and streamline travel documentation through digital innovation.

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