Consular Services

The Consular Section of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Brasília provides official consular services to Nigerian citizens and document-related services to foreign nationals, in accordance with Nigerian laws and relevant regulations.

Important: Most services require submission of printed documents to the Embassy after the initial request is made. Applicants are advised to read the requirements carefully to avoid delays.

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Consular Service Days & Hours 

Consular Services: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,  and Thursday — 10:00am to 3:00pm
(Subject to change on public holidays or by Embassy notice.)

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Embassy Address for Submissions / Delivery

Avenida das Nações, Lote 05, Asa Norte, Brasília – DF, CEP: 70800-918

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SECTION: How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Step 1:  Request for Consular Service

To request for consular service kindly fill the Consular Form (Please click here to fill the form)

Applicants must send a formal request by email clearly stating:

• Full name (as shown on Nigerian passport)
• Passport Number
• Consular service required
• Brief explanation of the request
• Contact phone number and address in Brazil
• Any urgent timeline (if applicable)

Official Embassy Email Contact:

admin@nigerianembassy-brazil.org , or

 admin@nigerianembassybrazil.org

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Step 2: Completion and Submission of Required Forms

After the email request is reviewed, the applicant will receive the online form to be filled which will generate

• Consular Application Form
• Document Collection Form
• Formal Application Letter, including a numbered checklist of required attachments

Applicants must:

• Print these forms
• Attach them to all supporting documents
• Submit the complete set by hand or by courier to the Embassy address above

Step 3. Processing Updates by Email (Two-Stage Notification)

Applicants will be notified by email as follows:

1. First Notification:
   Application received and instructions to print and submit documents (forms attached).
2. Second Notification:
   Application approved and document(s) produced, awaiting signature and official stamping.
3. Final Notification:
   Document(s) ready for collection.

SECTION: General Requirements (Applies to Most Services)

Identification

• Nigerian passport data page (copy)

Photographs (Strict Requirements)

Applicants must strictly comply with photo specifications:

• White background
• Applicant’s name written at the back of each photograph
• 3 × 4 cm photographs for most services
• 5 × 7 cm photographs for Emergency Travel Certificate applications

Notarization Requirement (Brazil)

Where indicated, supporting documents must be notarized at the notary.

CONSULAR SERVICES (Individual Service )

Citizenship Attestation / Consular Letter

This service is used for confirmation of Nigerian citizenship, official attestations, and general consular requests required by institutions or authorities.

Requirements may include:

• Nigerian passport data page (copy)
• Two passport photographs (3 × 4 cm, white background, name written at the back)
• Birth Certificate, Attestation of Birth, or Declaration of Age (notarized copy)
• Parent(s)’ Nigerian passport data page (copy), where the applicant does not hold a Nigerian passport
• Proof of change of name (e.g., marriage certificate), where applicable (notarized copy)
• Supporting document(s) justifying the request (notarized copy/copies)

Police Character Certificate Authentication

Important Notice:
The Embassy does not issue Police Character Certificates. It must be obtained directly from the Nigeria Police through the official portal: CLICK HERE TO ACCESS

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To authenticate a Police Character Certificate at the Embassy, applicants must submit:

• Nigerian passport data page (copy)
• Two passport photographs (3 × 4 cm)
• Police Character Certificate (copy)
• Relevant payment or processing receipts (where applicable)

Marriage Certificate Authentication

For authentication or confirmation of marriage documentation.

Typical requirements include:

• Nigerian passport data page of husband (copy)
• Nigerian passport data page of wife (copy)
• Marriage Certificate issued in Nigeria (notarized copy)
• Two passport photographs (3 × 4 cm)

Emergency Travel Certificate

Issued for urgent travel to Nigeria in cases such as expired passport, lost or stolen passport, or emergency situations.

Requirements may include:

• Nigerian passport data page (copy)
• Two passport photographs (5 × 7 cm, white background, name written at the back)
• Expired Nigerian passport data page (copy), where applicable
• Flight ticket or travel itinerary to Nigeria (copy)
• Police report (for lost or stolen passport cases) (copy)
• Birth certificate of applicant (notarized copy)
• Parent(s)’ Nigerian passport data page (copies), for minor applicants
• Parental consent letter signed by both parents (notarized copy), for minors

Additional information required:

• Complete name of departure airport
• Complete name of destination airport in Nigeria
• Reason for the Emergency Travel Certificate request

Name Correction / Name Declaration

For cases where an applicant’s name differs across official documents.

Requirements may include:

• Nigerian passport data page (copy)
• Two passport photographs (3 × 4 cm)
• Document showing incorrect name (notarized copy)
• Document showing correct name (notarized copy)

Additional Requirement:

A Court Affidavit may be required where there is a spelling error, missing name, or inconsistency in the number of names.

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Authentication of Other Documents (General)

For authentication of personal, educational, or institutional documents not covered under other services.

Typical requirements include:

• Applicant’s Nigerian passport data page (copy)
• Two passport photographs (3 × 4 cm)
• Document(s) to be authenticated (notarized copy)

Driver’s License Authentication

NOTICE:
This service is currently suspended. Applicants are advised to pursue the appropriate Brazilian certification procedure.

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Birth Certificate Letter / Birth Certificate Support

For confirmation or supporting letters related to birth documentation.

Requirements may include:

• Nigerian passport data page (copy)
• Two passport photographs (3 × 4 cm)
• Birth certificate or attestation of birth (notarized copy)
• Parent(s)’ Nigerian passport data page (copy)

Corpse Repatriation Permit

For repatriation of deceased Nigerian citizens or cases involving Nigeria-bound remains.

Requirements may include:

• Death Certificate (notarized copy)
• Non-Communicable Disease Letter issued by the relevant State Health Authority (notarized copy)
• Embalmer’s Affidavit (notarized copy)
• Letter from funeral home confirming hermetically sealed metal casket (notarized copy)
• Deceased’s Nigerian passport (copy) or affidavit confirming Nigerian nationality (notarized copy)
• Formal request letter from funeral home (notarized copy)
• Waiver for Repatriation of Corpse issued by the Federal Ministry of Health, Port Health Services, Abuja (notarized copy)

Applicants must also provide funeral home contact details and destination/receiver information.

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Special Category: Minor Applicants

For minor applicants, additional documentation may be required:

• Parent(s)’ Nigerian passport data page (copy)
• Parental consent letter signed by both parents (notarized copy)
• Birth certificate of the minor (notarized copy)

This applies especially to Emergency Travel Certificate and citizenship-related requests.

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 Processing Time & Status Updates

• Applications are processed only after complete documentation is received.
• Incomplete submissions may result in delays or requests for additional information.
• Applicants will be notified by email when:
  • Application is received
  • Application is approved and documents are produced (awaiting signature and stamping)
  • Documents are ready for collection (where applicable)

The Embassy does not authorize agents or intermediaries to collect fees or process applications on behalf of applicants. Applicants are strongly advised to use only official Embassy communication channels.

Contact

Email: admin@nigerianembassybrazil.org   or   admin@nigerianembassy-brazil.org
Phone: +55(61)2106-0050 and +55(61)2106-0054
Consular Service Hours: 10am – 3pm