If you’re planning to leave Nigeria, you must complete an Exit Card online before your flight. This is a digital travel document required by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) for all travelers, including Nigerians with dual citizenship and non-Nigerians. Without it, you won’t be allowed to pass through immigration control at the airport.
To start, visit lecard.immigration.gov.ng. You must complete this process no earlier than 72 hours before your flight. This is important for smooth border control and to avoid travel delays.
First, create a login account on the portal. Then, select your passport type—either ECOWAS or another passport. This step ensures you’re guided correctly based on your travel document.
Next, enter your passport number. If your bio-data is already in the system, it will appear automatically. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to fill in the form manually with correct details such as your full name, date of birth, and nationality.
You’ll then move on to enter your travel details, including your flight information, destination, and date of departure. This information is essential for your travel clearance.
If you’ve overstayed your visa or time limit in Nigeria, the system will prompt you to make a payment before you can submit the form. This step helps immigration track fines and ensures compliance.
Once everything is filled out, review the information, then confirm and submit the form. After submission, download or save a copy of the Exit Card. You’ll need to show this at the airport to immigration officers before boarding.
For frequently asked questions, visit immigration.gov.ng/info-center. For help, email: help-evisa@immigration.gov.ng.
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This process supports safer travel and ensures that all international departures from Nigeria are properly recorded.