NEWS 2020

21^st December, 2020

Kindly note the Embassy will be closed on 24^th December, 2020, in commemoration of the Christmas day, to resume full operations on Monday 4^th January, 2021.

However, in the unlikely event of any emergencies, the Consular Officer can be contacted on +3809346231231.

Consular Section

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The Embassy wishes to inform the public that due to the increasing incidence of the coronavirus (COVID-19) cases globally, the issuance of visas to intending visitors to Nigeria, has been suspended until further notice. This development, is to reduce the risk of transmission of  COVID-19 in Nigeria.

 Kindly note that  essential travels for Diplomats, Students and those on critical business and Humanitarian Missions  will, however, be given due consideration.  

Consular Section

27^th November, 2020.

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NEW OPERATING GUIDELINES

            The Embassy wishes to inform the public that, in view of the onset of autumn and the falling temperatures, it has become necessary to put in place, strategies to ensure the maintenance of protocols to guard against the spread of Corona Virus. This is essential, as it is no longer conducive to proceed with the outside seating arrangement that was adopted during warm summer months.

2.        To this effect, from 10^th November, 2020, the submission of applications for visas, as well as the authentication/issuance of documents will be from 10.00am to 1.00pm, while collection would be between 3.00pm – 4.00pm.

3.        Applicants for Passports should please ensure that they obtain an appointment at: https://passport-appointment.youcanbook.me, as the Embassy is constrained by limited space. The appointment times must be strictly adhered to, in order to guarantee efficiency.

4.        Kindly note that the Embassy will resume normal operations from Mondays to Fridays, from 9.00.00am to 4.00pm, with effect from 2^nd November, 2020, to accommodate the new arrangement.           

Consular Section

30^th October, 2020

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The Embassy wishes to inform the public that due to the increasing incidence of   COVID-19 cases in Ukraine, as well as the designation of Kyiv as an Orange Zone, it will be closed for one week, to enable fumigation and deep cleaning.

The Chancery will re-open on Monday, 26^th October, 2020 and will adhere strictly to our host authorities’ protocols and guidelines against the spread of Corona Virus.

Consular Section

19^th October, 2020.

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PROVISIONAL QUARANTINE PROTOCOL FOR TRAVELERS ARRIVING NIGERIA FROM ANY COUNTRY

THE PUBLIC IS HEREBY INFORMED THAT THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF NIGERIA HAS PROVIDED NEW PROTOCOL WHICH REQUIRES ALL PASSENGERS INTO NIGERIA TO BE IN POSSESSION OF A COVID–19 PCR TEST RESULTS WHICH SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT WITHIN NINETY SIX (96) HOURS OF DEPARTURE AND PREFERABLY WITHIN SEVENTY TWO (72) HOURS PRE- BOARDING.

2.        A DETAILED INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM HTTP://NITP.NCDC.GOV.NG, WHICH ALSO CONTAINS THE REGISTRATION PROCESS AND ONLINE PAYMENT FOR A REPEAT PCR TEST.

3.        THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING.

CONSULAR SECTION

7^TH SEPTEMBER, 2020

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REINSTATEMENT OF LOST PASSPORTS FEES

The Embassy has lately, been inundated with request for the replacement of lost passports. This phenomenon has exacerbated the already tenuous situation of shortage of passport booklets in the Mission. To this effect, applicants seeking to replace their lost passports will henceforth, be surcharged the sum of USD 100.00, in addition to the cost of replacing their passports.

2.        The reinstatement of the surcharge is intended to act as a deterrent and thus reduce the increasing spate of loss of passports. This measure will take effect on 3^rd August, 2020.

Consular Section

20^th July, 2020.