The Nigerian Immigration Service has announced the launch of a new digital platform for the Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Automated Card (CERPAC) application process.
In a notice issued on Wednesday, the NIS said the digital platform will be officially opened on August 1, 2025.
Signed by the Public Relations Officer of the NIS, Assistant Comptroller of Immigration, Akinsola Akinlabi, the notice added that the launch of the platforms is the Federal Government’s effort to improve the NIS.
Akinlabi also said that the new portal will allow applicants to submit their combined expatriate permit applications online.
“As part of the Federal Government’s efforts to reform and improve the NIS, the new portal (https://cerpac.immigration.gov.ng) will enable applicants to submit their CERPAC applications online,” Akinlabi said.
He added that the portal, designed to enhance transparency would also deliver improved user experience.
He further urged the general public to ensure they make use of the platform as the physical applications for CERPAC forms will be discontinued by July 31.
“From August 1st, 2025, the use of physical CERPAC forms will be discontinued, and all CERPAC applications after July 31st, 2025, must be submitted solely through the online portal,” he said.
Also, all applicants with paid but undubmitted forms have been advised to complete and submit their forms on or before July 31, to avoid loss of application status and associated payments.
“Similarly, the NIS advises individuals and companies assuming Immigration Responsibility for expatriates to complete all pending submissions within the stipulated time frame to avoid any inconvenience.
“Consequently, any CERPAC form not submitted after the deadline will be rendered void and invalid.
“All enquiries and correspondence on this matter should be directed to the Service through the office of the Public Relations Officer”, the notice added.
