LAGOS International Airport MM NEW Arrival Protocol 2022 | NEW Terminal FINALLY operational???

[@princekalal]

Left Nigeria at 16. I am returning for the first time since as a 41 year old for my traditional marriage ceremony. Oh, how I've missed home😭

[@ibitoyegidan3900]

Jesus christ 25 years in Abroad Kai you tried o

[@enoakpan6518]

congratulations!!!

[@d.e.uteron1148]

Welcome home.

[@Sassyfunke-sl6zh]

👆

[@shelley6746]

I’m going to Nigeria for the first time in a couple of months so this video will really help this newbie flying International waters from the US 🥰

[@jenniferpatino-lopez8093]

I flew into Lagos by myself for my husband flew in before me, anyhow my first time flying into Lagos and my experience was extremely stressful and overwhelming, as getting off plane I was approached by a man that’s not in a uniform wanting my passport which I was hesitant due to dressed as a regular person also trying to force me to pay him in order to direct me to where I needed to go which would be immigration I had learned from watching sassy before hand so I was aware of what could experience and how to handle the situation which that I was grateful I had watched her previous videos before hand, baggage claim also was a stressful experience constantly being approached for tips I felt so stressed and tried to maintain composure I believe cause I look white they may think I have money. Lol yeah ummm no we are all I’m sure in a budget and it’s already a blessing to be able to go visit family. Anyhow customs wasn’t so bad but god I was so glad and relieved to see my husband standing behind customs. I was so stressed when I got outta the airport. My experience in Nigeria/Lagos was amazing I absolutely loved it ❤ Flying out of Nigeria was very confusing nothing organized no signs anywhere telling you which airline were where, but my husband was born and raised in Nigeria and we flew home together so he handled everything. Thank god

[@yellowbuttons4289]

Sassy, December in Lagos is lit!!

[@shirleysmith3954]

Thank you Sassy. I am planning on traveling to Nigeria next year. It’s been a lot of changes and your videos really help us. ❤🇺🇸

[@estherossai]

December in Lagos is lit.

[@omojesu9985]

Your description is very apt.

[@MasterEnergyHarmonizer]

You are greatly appreciated! N your hair is gorgeous Sistar Ese 💛💃🏽💯

[@babatundeasiwaju-dada478]

Sassy, December in Lagos is Lit

[@demetriusvolkodav4923]

Hey Sassy, thanks for doing the legwork and making the mistakes to save time for your viewers. With the Christmas/ New Years holidays ramping up, it will only get more aggravating trying to maneuver through all of the people, as well as the airport personnel. Here’s hoping that 2023 will be a great year for both you and Nigeria😊!

[@SassyFunke]

Thank you

[@wottajourney]

Sassy December in Lagos is Lit

[@oyinlolaojuade301]

December in lagos is lit

[@omololukalejaiye3097]

Sassy, December in Lagos is Littt 😎!!

[@curlystayreadytv1455]

Yes because I’m coming for. Christmas 💜🙏🏾

[@SassyFunke]

Yay! Have fun. Thanks for watching.

[@marianshosanya-agbenla4280]

Hi Sassy I recently visited Nigeria in October with my husband. My understanding from family members is that most international carriers can not use the new terminal due to a design fault that does not favour international aircraft. The new terminal jet bridge is too small for; international carriers. The design of the jet bridge was for older aircraft like the ones air peace use.

[@SassyFunke]

Thats true

[@picksix12]

@@SassyFunke which is dumb...well its nigeria, so thats not shocking

[@wolebbf]

@@picksix12it’s actually the docking apron that is too small to contain jumbo aircrafts like Boeing 747, not jet bridge as you mentioned. The problem is correctable if the airport authority can afford to pay the amounts being requested by each of the existing concessionaires around the new terminal so they could allow their facilities demolished in order to expand the apron. This agreement ought to have been entered and signed as part of the planning processes, failure to do that is what has given the concessionaires the opportunity to want to extort the government by making humongous compensation demands that the ministry is currently finding hard to agree to. I was with FAAN b4 I left Nigeria.

[@curlystayreadytv1455]

December in Lagos is 🔥

[@SassyFunke]

Yes ooo

[@nancyozegbe4449]

Sassy December in Lagos is lit.... lol, I like your great sense of humor

[@jddixon4524]

Thank you so so so much. We love you❤

[@baobabafrikaner335]

Sassy Funke, I arrived safely in Lagos on Saturday and everything went smoothly because I know how to free myself from all the officers at the arrival. It's not bad if one can make them happy by putting a smile on their face.

[@piusmomoh234]

great work please my dear can you drop number?

[@topluck1805]

What paying for the trolley also just to carry my bags, that's so bad and i still have to pay those who will help me push it out

[@leopoldclarke3614]

Please explain what is a traditional marriage and what is bride price and why are these things needed

[@bodeladele7537]

Thanks Sassy! You’re doing a great job- proud of you omo Naija! 👍🏾😍

[@pocajane88]

thank you for describing the whole process from the start to the finish and also filming it. you said people who want to pick you up could wait at the entrance of the terminal, but it's no longer the case. do you know why is that? why should you wait at the car park? i don't understand and i've never experienced this at any other airport. i think it's kinda strange to met your people at the car park. can't the person picking me up wait inside the building after customs and where the shops are? or are they not allowed to enter the terminal?

[@janetelmarshall9416]

Thank you so much for your video it’s very helpful to me

[@fadiamodl345]

Sassy March in Ugheli is lit.....thank you so much for the info.... really looking forward to traveling

[@jidenowoola7691]

Sassy December in Lagos is Lit.

[@SassyFunke]

Thank you Jide. Hope you're well

[@EvansThePriest]

Sassy, December in Benin 😂 is lit.

[@SassyFunke]

Enjoy Benin

[@kazeemmayowa2385]

Sassy December in Lagos

[@emmanuelosaiyuwu3786]

Thanks for sharing this information it was very useful.

[@SassyFunke]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Learningandknowing1029]

December in Lagos is Litt! Yep sounds about right and my experience when I arrive

[@MssCampbell]

Thank you so much for your videos

[@rasaqfunsho3418]

Excellent content. Just short of a guide on expected custom duties liability.

[@joycemacwashington2642]

Thanks you. Appreciate all of your work. My departure from Lagos in August was way better than the arrival during the baggage claim process, and leaving to meet my family. I was so overwhelmed by the request to be blessed and being followed to where my family was waiting. It was my first time there. So it seems the process to improve is on going. This is wonderful, I am excited about my return the coming year.

[@MsSharmaine7w]

Thank you I asked for a wheel chair.that helped a lot.

[@SassyFunke]

Glad to hear that.

[@topluck1805]

Sorry will i get a trusted cab outside the airport to my destination as i have no one to pick me up

[@tobechukwuhubert]

My aunt recommended this channel and I have learned a lot from this video

[@SassyFunke]

Thank you

[@remi123]

Thanks!

[@remi123]

December in Lagos is Lit!

[@olusojiakonni3159]

Thanks

[@SassyFunke]

i am just seeing this. Thank you so much.

[@laraogunleye8516]

Sassy December in Lagos no I leave it till January

[@pjdmoneymantrading2858]

The new airport is great. I flew through it about a month ago

[@arianamacklin6410]

my voa went good , had someone help me , but i am getting tourist visa next year though

[@Because_itslove]

Any recommendations for stays in Lagos ?

[@temmyjane]

You're incredible! Your videos are so helpful

[@SassyFunke]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@talktome2000]

Thanks for the Tipp Sassy

[@SassyFunke]

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[@adetouno4677]

Sassy Funke, well done. I did not see the estimated price for the porter service and trolley. Would please tell me,?

[@oladayooyekola2542]

Also, avoid changing naira to $/£✓€ to avoid fake notes

[@masikabrendah325]

Hello dear i want to travel to Singapore to work since my country is a visa free to there is it possible for mi to get a residency permit

[@topluck1805]

Changing money inside the terminal pls who is the proper person to ask my way around to get to their counter, and is it after getting my baggage or bfore, sorry for the lot of questions

[@richardcampbell2357]

Can you pay the Porter with US dollars?

[@samigharo7137]

Thanks for this great informations

[@chimnanuukaejiofo4154]

Sassy!!!! Oh Sassy!!!!!! Oh Sassy!!!!!!!!!! December in Lagos is Lit......I hope. I'll find out in 7 days time

[@SassyFunke]

Hope you're enjoyed your trip

[@chimnanuukaejiofo4154]

@@SassyFunke Yes. Currently in Abj. Probably make it to Eko by Friday this week.

[@ifeatuchukwurah6620]

Great video @SassyFunke can’t wait to go later this month 😁😁

[@JoAnnMaria72]

Hi Sassy I'm planning on visiting Lagos in the future for the first time and I don't want to feel overwhelmed with all the information with what I need to do. Can you help me when I'm ready to travel to Lagos? Please thank you💚😊

[@SassyFunke]

Certainly. I offer consulting sessions. Reach out to me when you're ready

[@JoAnnMaria72]

@@SassyFunke I will Thank you💚

[@obianujuike9160]

Good information. Happy holiday Funke

[@lumitune]

On a different note, can you also share activities for IJGB that have no friends to do things with???

[@lumitune]

Please and thanks 🙏🏾 and

[@yahosephbenyisrael917]

Hey Queen Sassy

[@edithokoro5006]

Thanks for all the information

[@colleenlawlor2205]

I leave tomorrow from Canada! I am slightly freaking out, haha! I am going to try and avoid custom officers at all costs BUT I think I may stand out like a sore thumb, HAHAHAHA!!

[@lizsmith952]

as another Canadian, I just got back at the end of October, you will have no problem. biggest thing I learned was manners, yes sir and yes mam can go a long way, just follow the lines you will get thru, be prepared for heat!!! the plane will be cold and the airport has no A/C departures has A/C Enjoy and have fun! I loved it and can't wait to go back!!

[@teleshawells]

Thanks Sassy! Great Video!

[@princessjd24]

I heard of travellers paying for trolleys in Nigerian Airports and was so surprized!

[@wolebbf]

Luggage carts aren’t free in most US airports, not only Nigeria

[@floraezenwoye3186]

Thanks for this. Is the new international airport open and efficient?

[@asdf242]

i just discovered this channel and i love it - WHAT AN INCREDIBLE RESOURCE! just subscribed. i plan to be in nigeria during the first half of next year. i have a nigerian passport but was born abroad. my parents are warning me not to go b/c of violence, especially around election season… but i don’t think it’s any more than usual? *naija family, what do you think? has similar fear deterred your travel plans?*

[@nkjv12]

I will say definitely wait till after the election is over and the new president has been decided. During the last election my brother was getting married in April 2015 and even though we had planned and assumed that the election will be way over by then, that was not the case as there was so much delays and political unrest to the point where there was a curfew in Lagos and if I remember correctly you could not leave home before 7:30am. So by time I got my luggage and come out of customs at about 6:30am as it was very quick ( as people had better sense than me to be arriving at that time of the morning during ongoing elections and political unrest). My family member had to leave home at 7:30am and obviously there was now traffic as everyone will be leaving home at that time. They did notvget to the airport until about 8:30am when usually they will been waiting at the airport at about 6:45am. Now you may think that is not a long time to wait but trust me as a young female or just any gender actually to be waiting around the Lagos Airport (which is full of vultures and hyenas) for 2hrs feels like 24hrs wait. But my brother's engagement was actually very nice as not a lot of people turned up as people thought the wedding had been cancelled or postponed (we had people ringing us in the morning asking if the engagement ceremony will still be going on). So it turned out to be an intimate which doesn't happen a lot in Lagos weddings.

[@tawneengraves-oluwafemi6191]

I went through OIS Services to get my Nigerian Visa in the U.S.

[@SassyFunke]

How was the process?

[@roselinebella5892]

Funke dear, the porter service is not very reliable. My already paid for allocated porter was no where to be found by the time my luggage arrived. The same happened to my daughter when she travelled to Lagos.

[@SassyFunke]

I hope you went to get your refund

[@janet9070]

Is the new airport open yet?

[@Buildsolarhomes]

Excellent video

[@SassyFunke]

Thank you for this lovely comment

[@okeowokayodejohn5680]

Well-done Sis! Please I will be traveling to Nija this very December and had my two vaccine dose already. So how do I get my permit to travel and Do I need to pay? Thanks

[@chinnygodspriority.6969]

Please Sassy, do the Officials at the airport actually check for the confirmation of payments for the 2nd and 7th day Covid tests when you arrive at the airport. I'm leaving in few days since the pandemic and unvaccinated, unsure what to do regarding the test in Nigeria. I have watched videos where people complained about paying and can't confirm it on their arrival, and some other stated that they just collect money and never carried any test, while some stated that they didn't pay for any test and were not checked on arrival. Please, could you clarify this issue. Many thanks.

[@ifeifesi]

Sassy has recently done a detailed video on COVID requirements for travellers to Nigeria; you can find it if you search. She also mentions some information here.

[@ENEPEPE1]

I would really love to know this, too.

[@chinnygodspriority.6969]

Hello again, just a quick update. So, the FG yesterday 12/12/22, stopped the pre+post Covid-19 tests for all travellers irrespective of their vaccination status. No masks on board again. Check the Punch Newspaper for your verification.

[@kellygibran]

Hi Sassy, how is the corruption in the airport at the moment? I heard the immigration officers will often only issue a 30day authority even if my paperwork says 90days and then give their personal phone number to extend. Do you have any insight on this? thanks so much!

[@missrhoadie7867]

I just returned from Nigeria. I stayed there exactly 2 months. They stamped me in for 30 days, then I had to extend my visa for around $20, this was a 26 day extension. This left me with 6 days that I needed a visa to cover, so I had to pay $210.00 for a special visa called an e-pass (which allows you to stay up to 90 days). I extended my visas each time at an immigration office near where I was staying in Abia state.

[@emilycamou7835]

I sassy. My name is Marie. I have been there in Nigeria two years in a roll. I will be going again this coming April 2024 Just want to no what is it now that u need beside passport and visa. Before u can inyrr.

[@tinygoof]

This is so helpful - thank you!! December in Lagos will be lit☺️ Question - On leaving nigeria back to the UK, can I use my Nigerian passport or does it need to be my British passport?

[@SassyFunke]

You will need to show both

[@asdf242]

yes o show both nigeria passport to demonstrate you entered naija legally british passport to show you are legally allowed to enter the UK

[@safiyajw]

I’m going for the first time. My boyfriend told me that if I don’t bring 3k with me they will charge me $700 at immigration bc I don’t have enough money to come into the country bc it happened to his friend who is also American. Is this true? I’m traveling by myself and wasn’t planning on carrying that kind of cash on me. Please let me know!

[@robinhockaday8621]

No absolutely not true. That sounds very fishy. I have traveled Nigeria 4 times my husband started as a boyfriend and never suggested me bringing that kind of money. Be careful with this information he is giving you.

[@MsSharmaine7w]

I landed Aug21st and I stayed there for three wonderful months. My experience was great except for people trying to get money from you. I just came back Nov21st and I can’t wait to get back.It’s different from what I am used to in the States. The food is good but too much pepper. I love Lagos and Benin.Looking forward to going back In April orMay 23rd.

[@SassyFunke]

Thank you for sharing. Glad you had a great time.

[@JoAnnMaria72]

Thats good to know. I'm planning to travel to Lagos in the future. However, its the steps I need to take, like the paperwork etc.. that's overwhelming. Sounds like its going to be stressful.

[@anneyemoleydjieagu496]

Is that how the new airport looks like

[@SassyFunke]

This is still the old one. Most airlines are still departing from the old terminal

[@ucheogbonna3978]

@Sassy Funke is delta airlines still using the old terminal

[@ManLikeBishy]

@@ucheogbonna3978 yes, Delta is still using the old terminal. Only Air Peace and South African Airways are currently using the new terminal.

[@vannyadeoye3784]

Hi Sassy Funke, can the trolleys be paid for with a card or are there ATMs inside the Arrival part of the airport? I’m wondering what the options for paying for the trolley for someone who doesn’t have any Nairas are.

[@SassyFunke]

They do not take care payments. There is an atm in the baggage hall but it may or may not work. There is also a BDC but you can’t be sure they will be open. I have paid with dollars before (I don’t think this is the norm) but I lost doing this

[@mphomaseko6793]

Hi Sassy How much is the trolley cost and porter in Naira

[@truthmatterbyoladada1462]

150 naira

[@kemijones7162]

is bribe? why should we pay

[@johnnwobodo8395]

Thanks Sassy,can any nigeria citizen abroad travel with expired international passport?

[@SassyFunke]

I have a new video on this

[@therayman3]

Will they want to see a copy of a PCR or that is something you just upload online?

[@therayman3]

And also does Nigeria accept saliva PCR test?

[@JesusLovesYou_xoxo]

Hey Sassy! perfect thing I needed, but one question does Air France use the new terminal?

[@SassyFunke]

I do not believe so yet

[@andrea-pq5yz]

Is clear jow how to use the new terminal?

[@JesusLovesYou_xoxo]

@@andrea-pq5yz They didn't use the new terminal for my airline when I went!

[@menajakpor6915]

Hi, Please I have an unconnected question. Please when a child has an initial passport and it expires, do they have to renew it? If yes, is there a separate process for it? If not, does it remain valid until they can apply for an adult passport? Thanks

[@truthmatterbyoladada1462]

It has to be renewed

[@IamDrDee]

I came in today. My first time in Nigeria. I obtained my visa in Atlanta, U.S. It wasn't too terrible. I didn't experience any corruption (I was concerned about this). In June when I visited Nairobi, Kenya, I had to pay a bribe to a corrupt immigration officer though I had an East African visa, which I used to visit Rwanda and Uganda before arriving in Kenya.

[@olufunkeoduwole8010]

Hi, I'm travelling to Abuja from London Heathrow in 2 weeks for the first time in over 10 years. I have a Nigeran and British passport, so would I need to acquire any visa to enter Nigeria? Or will I just be directed to Immigration and stamped in?

[@marianshosanya-agbenla4280]

You can use your Nigerian passport to get into Nigeria and use your British passport to return. Have both available when you are returning.

[@olufunkeoduwole8010]

@@marianshosanya-agbenla4280 Thank you! 😊

[@truthmatterbyoladada1462]

No

[@eddyidemudia7356]

i made it again

[@nealihamilton2011]

When are they going to make a free bus between international and domestic terminals? ugh!!!! its annoying!

[@DarlingtonFEgbu]

Sassy Funke, why is it that the FAAN does not have shuttle services (Buses) from the International airport to the domestic airport? Also, is it not risky for the airport authority to let touts pull passengers' luggage from the conveyor system or carousel? I believe that is how passengers loose their luggage at the airport in Lagos. Secondly, are there local flights operating from the International Airport toother parts of the country?

[@truthmatterbyoladada1462]

You will never lose your bags at MMA, unless your bags have not arrived .......you will not leave the airport without your tags being checked .

[@chioma515]

You can now travel with an expired Nigerian passport from my understanding

[@kingsleyemeka6194]

I don’t advise people to pay Help u push it. Because they will tell change the price when you get to ur destination outside the airport it was crazy .and please use a key to ur baggage.they stole my stuff at the side bag of my luggage.

[@SassyFunke]

I meant best to pay the official trolley vendor that will collect the fee in advance. I agree with using a key for your baggage. Safety is important

[@davedon260]

Omg. This sounds like a nightmare.

[@ifeifesi]

Unfortunately, it is. Nothing in the country is straight forward.

[@modupeolagbaiye3051]

Hi Sassy, regards the paying for the trolley, I think this is a way of taking money of passengers. This is a big cheat. In the UK you put a pound into the trolley. After you finish with the trolley you get your pound back. When are we going to advance in this so called Country Nigeria.

[@akinjoaquim1013]

What obtains in one country should not necessarily be the norm. If so, visa fees should be same. There are peculiarities. Perhaps what is required is standardization of fee, process for payment and organized assignment of porters for ease and comfort of travellers.

[@victoredwards3959]

Are you for real, you winging about been charged 50pence for a trolley ? Seriously? Just have think about that again? Beside it’s not compulsory . If you are pain by paying 50 pence , please feel free to drag your suitcases to the car park.

[@MsEnuta]

Unfortunately very light on details thus, not get helpful

[@janep.6747]

I travelled from US to Nigeria in Feb 2022. Immigration went smoothly in Lagos…however getting a trolley was interesting! I went to get a trolley and the woman in the booth wanted 1500n..mind you I just landed and had no naira! The young msn behind me who was also on the same flight as me, also wanted a trolley. She charged him 500n…he was Nigerian… I am not! I questioned this difference in price and said I have no naira and started to walk away. She stopped me and said it was Valentine’s Day so there was no charge for my trolley! Hmmm. Now I know why you did not quote a trolley price in your video, because it is totally up to the attendant in the booth. On to baggage claim. The room was very tiny, and then the center was the luggage turnstile. It seems like they were hundreds of people packed into this room all trying to get their luggage. They were so much luggage that much if I had already been removed a turnstile and was lined up against the wall so you had to look in both places for your luggage. I was waved thru customs… thank goodness! Once outside the airport, I was overwhelmed by the number of young men who wanted to help me with my baggage. They would not take no for an answer. By the time I got to the car park, I had 5 attendants with their hands on my luggage…all wanting to charge me 10000n for their help! What an experience!

[@josephonyeabor1909]

what a beautiful experience you had😆

[@Africanbloke]

Is Immigration really now asking for thumb / fingerprints?

[@cfoxgrenade187]

Lagos visa on arrival was absolutely awful. People were shaking in anxiety, the employees are very intimidating, constantly yelling at you. You sit in a small room with very unprofessional people taking their sweet time producing your visa..30 minutes per person until the lady works in the back office starts screaming and yelling at her employees sitting at the computers. Absolutely awful

[@ibexy]

The begging too much. At least 10 checkpoints. Each unashamedly begging for gifts. Its annoying.

[@SassyFunke]

Definitely annoying

[@elduke68]

KFC DISCRIMINATION

[@cherylnewaccount8615]

Worst airport ever

[@bunmidenton6397]

Nigeria is really depressing

[@chantelakers3612]

Hi, why is that?

[@dapoademola2134]

Hi Sassy, Love your work. Please keep it up. Regarding you comments around 7:45, there is legislation that regulates what Customs can collect duty on and how much (Custom, Excise, Tariffs etc (Consolidation) Act or CETA). This law states that personal and cabin luggage of airline travelers are duty free. Based on this, it is illegal for customs to charge duty for any items in a passengers personal luggage. Indeed, Customs recently lost a case at the FHC on this where the court ordered to refund the duty to the passenger and pay him N5 million in damages (www.thecable.ng/court-rules-its-unlawful-for-customs-to-collect-import-duty-on-personal-goods). That said, I endorse that the way to handle it if you are charged is to remain polite and diplomatic but also make them aware that you are familiar with the provisions of CETA.

[@remi123]

Thank Dapo, this is so helpful. ❤

[@zakajadi2744]

Sassy, December in Lagos is lit

[@ManLikeBishy]

Sassy, December in Lagos is lit!