Abuja, October 1, 2025 — The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced that beginning today, immigration officers will commence a nationwide enforcement operation targeting foreign nationals who have overstayed their visas or violated the terms of their entry permits.
According to the agency, the exercise is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s border management and ensuring compliance with immigration laws.
“Any foreign national found to have exceeded their visa validity period or breached entry conditions will face sanctions, including fines, detention, or deportation,” an immigration spokesperson confirmed.
The NIS further stated that the enforcement drive will be comprehensive, covering airports, seaports, hotels, companies, and residential areas across the country.
The agency also urged foreigners residing legally in Nigeria to keep their documents valid and regularize their stay where necessary. Nigerians hosting or employing foreign nationals were cautioned against harboring individuals with irregular immigration status, as penalties would also apply to facilitators.
This development comes as part of Nigeria’s broader push to tighten security, regulate migration, and prevent the abuse of entry privileges.
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