The federal government has granted five months amnesty for regularisation of expired visas to enable travellers comply with the new visa regime.

The government said the amnesty would also reinforce a secure and transparent migration system.

According to the public relations officer of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Akinsola Akinlabi,  the  initiative provides a unique window for foreigners currently residing in Nigeria with expired immigration status to regularize their stay without facing penalties.

He said in a statement that the initiative, which commenced on 1st May 2025, would run until 30th September 2025.

He further announced that the amnesty specifically apply to individuals who have either overstayed their visas or violated their visa conditions.