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BREAKING: Nigeria to Enforce Strict Action Against Visa Overstayers From October 1

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Starting October 1, 2025, Nigerian immigration authorities will launch a nationwide enforcement exercise targeting foreign nationals who have overstayed their visas or violated entry conditions.

The crackdown will apply to:

Holders of expired Visa on Arrival (VoA).

Holders of expired Single or Multiple-Entry Short Visit and Business Visas.

Individuals with expired Comprehensive Expatriate Residence Permit and Automated Card (CERPAC).

According to officials, penalties for violators will include fines, deportation, and re-entry bans.

Less than 3 months overstay: Deportation, a $15 daily fine, or a 2-year entry ban.

3 months to 1 year: Deportation, a $15 daily fine, or a 5-year entry ban.

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Over 1 year: Deportation and a 10-year or permanent entry ban.

Authorities emphasized that the enforcement is part of efforts to strengthen border management and uphold Nigeria’s immigration laws.

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