Comptroller General, (CG) of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Muhammad Babandede has ordered the issuance of Temporary Work Permit (TWP) Visa by email to enable experts invited by companies/organisations to come into the country for temporary work purposes.
Babandede said the development is part of the ongoing automation of NIS operational activities and in line with the ease of doing business in Nigeria.
He said it is also an addition to Visa on Arrival facility applied through the same process.
According to a statement in Abuja by the Service Public Relations Officer, (SPRO), Sunday James: “Applications for the facility (TWP) by email are to be forwarded to a dedicated email address oa@nigeriaimmigration.gov.ng and addressed to the Comptroller General.
“The requirements and how to apply which are also available on NIS website (www.immigration.gov.ng) are as follows; Formal application letter for the facility from the Company/Employer accepting Immigration Responsibility on behalf of the beneficiary. Certificate of incorporation of the Company, (if applying for the first time). A brief profile of the Company/Sponsor, (if applying for the first time). Copy of the data page of the National Passport of the beneficiary. Indication of the Nigerian Mission where the visa is to be issued. Evidence of existing contract or Purchase/Importation of machinery or equipment.