Here you are provided with guidelines and frequently asked questions for individuals applying for a Nigeria Repatriation Waiver and other documentation required for transporting human remains to Nigeria. The guidelines include:
Death Certificate issued by country of death
Formal credentials documenting the sanitary preparation, preservation, and restoration of the deceased body
Recent passport image of the deceased
Confirmation from local authorities that cause of death is not communicable
Note: Documents should be uploaded in PDF, JPG, or PNG format and must be clearly readable.
Processing time varies depending on document completeness and verification requirements from government health authorities.
Processing time also varies depending on the Application Processing Package that you have paid for. Below are the packages and pricing
Within 7 Business days
Within 3 Business days
Within 1 Business day
It is a health clearance authorization required before human remains can be transported into Nigeria.
Family members, funeral homes, legal representatives, and authorized consular officials may submit applications.
Processing time depends on document verification and government agency approvals.
Processing time also depends on the Processing Tier that you choose during checkout.
Applicants will be notified to upload the required documents before the application can proceed.
You can always click on the forgot password link on the login page and a password reset link will be sent to your email.
Your personal data and uploads are automatically deleted from our database 60 das after you receive your repatriation waiver. You also have the option to manually delete the information and data provided 14 days after you receive the repatriation waiver.