By Ibironke Ariyo
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has addressed concerns surrounding Visa-On-Arrival (VOA) applications, prompted by recent payment platform upgrades by Nigerian financial institutions.
The Comptroller General of the NIS, Kemi Nandap, said in a statement signed by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO), Kenneth Udo, in Abuja on Saturday.
Nandap assured the public that all NIS platforms were functional and advised candidates to use online applications from home and make bank card payments for pending transactions.
“The Service has been aware of the recent challenge facing the public due to the modernization of systems on payment platforms by Nigerian financial institutions.”
“The public should note that all service platforms are functional.”
“We therefore advise visa applicants to apply for Visa on Arrival (VOA) from the comfort of their homes and make payment online using their bank card as provided on the portal to facilitate the transaction.
“Any request for information/advice on the Service should be directed to the official channels of the Service. »
“Official website: www.immigration.gov.ng, voa.immigration.gov.ng, X: @nigimmigration
Facebook: @nigimmigration, Instagram: @nigimmigration, Contact Center Number: 07053401399, 09121900655, 09121556359,”he said.
The NIS boss has continuously assured the public of his strong commitment to ease the Visa on Arrival (VOA) acquisition process.
