Full Breakdown: Estimated Salary of Nigerian Immigration Service by Ranks
- The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) stands as a vital paramilitary agency, safeguarding Nigeria’s borders and managing migration
- In 2025, its salary structure continues to reflect rank, qualification, and years of service under the Consolidated Paramilitary Salary Structure (CONPASS)
- Graduates entering the service can expect competitive pay, allowances, and clear pathways for career growth
The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) remains one of the country’s most important paramilitary agencies, tasked with border protection, passport issuance, and migration control.
In 2025, its salary structure continues to follow the Consolidated Paramilitary Salary Structure (CONPASS), approved by the Federal Government.
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Here is a clear breakdown of how much graduates and officers earn, the ranks they hold, and the benefits that come with the job.
Graduate entry rank in the Nigerian Immigration Service
Graduates entering the Immigration Service with a Bachelor’s Degree (BSc or BA) are placed at the Assistant Superintendent of Immigration II (ASI II) rank. This is the standard entry point for degree holders.
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Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) typically begin at Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I (ASI I) after completing their training.
Immigration salary structure for graduates in 2025
Under CONPASS, salaries vary by grade level. Below are the estimated monthly and annual figures for graduate officers:
• Assistant Superintendent of Immigration II (ASI II) – CONPASS 08• Monthly: ₦140,000 – ₦160,000
• Annual: ₦1,680,000 – ₦1,920,000
• Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I (ASI I ) – CONPASS 09• Monthly: ₦160,000 – ₦180,000
• Annual: ₦1,920,000 – ₦2,160,000
• Deputy Superintendent of Immigration (DSI) – CONPASS 10• Monthly: ₦180,000 – ₦200,000
• Annual: ₦2,160,000 – ₦2,400,000
• Superintendent of Immigration (SI) – CONPASS 11• Monthly: ₦200,000 – ₦230,000
• Annual: ₦2,400,000 – ₦2,760,000
• Chief Superintendent of Immigration (CSI) – CONPASS 12• Monthly: ₦230,000 – ₦260,000
• Annual: ₦2,760,000 – ₦3,120,000
These figures may vary slightly depending on posting, allowances, and years of service.
Immigration allowances and benefits
Beyond basic pay, officers enjoy allowances that boost their income by 25–40%. These include:
• Housing Allowance – to cover accommodation costs.
• Transport Allowance – for daily official duties.
• Uniform Allowance – for maintaining the official uniform.
• Hazard Allowance – for officers working in risky or remote areas.
• Duty Tour Allowance (DTA) – for official assignments and field operations.
Immigration salary by qualification
Educational qualifications play a major role in determining entry rank and salary:
• SSCE Holders – Immigration Assistant III (IA III), ₦90,000 – ₦110,000 monthly.
• ND/NCE Holders – Assistant Inspector of Immigration (AII), ₦120,000 – ₦140,000 monthly.
• HND/BSc Holders – ASI II, ₦140,000 – ₦160,000 monthly.
• Postgraduate Degree Holders – May advance faster to ASI I or DSI after a few years.
Senior Immigration Officer salaries
As officers rise through the ranks, their pay increases significantly:
• Deputy Superintendent of Immigration (DSI) – ₦180,000 – ₦200,000
• Superintendent of Immigration (SI) – ₦200,000 – ₦230,000
• Chief Superintendent of Immigration (CSI) – ₦230,000 – ₦260,000
• Assistant Comptroller of Immigration (ACI) – ₦250,000 – ₦280,000
• Deputy Comptroller of Immigration (DCI) – ₦300,000 – ₦350,000
• Comptroller of Immigration (CI) – ₦400,000 – ₦500,000+
• Assistant Comptroller-General – ₦600,000 – ₦800,000
• Deputy Comptroller-General – ₦900,000 – ₦1,000,000
• Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI) – ₦1.5 million and above monthly
Immigration promotion and career growth
Promotions in the NIS depend on performance, years of service, and available vacancies. Officers often see salary increases and new allowances with each promotion.
An ASI II, for example, may be promoted to ASI I after a few years of meritorious service, then progress to DSI and higher ranks. Training, discipline, and professionalism remain key factors in career advancement.
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