The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced the launch of a new digital platform for the Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Alien Card (CERPAC) application process.
Effective August 1, 2025, the use of physical CERPAC forms will be discontinued and all CERPAC applications must be submitted solely through the online portal. Any physical CERPAC form submitted after July 31, 2025 will be rendered void and invalid.
Applicants with paid but unsubmitted physical CERPAC forms are advised to complete and submit them on or before July 31, 2025 to avoid loss of application status and associated payments.
The NIS also advises individuals and companies assuming immigration responsibility for foreign nationals to complete all pending submission within the above timeframe to avoid any inconvenience.
CERPAC is required for any foreign national intending to stay in Nigeria for more than 90 days for work, business, study or residence, as well as their dependents, and is valid for one year, with multiple entries and exits. Applicants must obtain e-CERPAC before arriving in Nigeria.
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