The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced that cash payments will no longer be accepted at any of its nationwide pay points beginning Sunday, March 1, 2026.

This represents a significant shift in how transactions are processed at airports across the country.

FAAN’s “Go Cashless” initiative includes the new policy, which aims to improve payment speed, safety, and digitalization across all facilities under their management.

The authority announced on Friday that all passengers and airport visitors will now be required to make digital payments at both international and local airports.

This includes access gates, parking fees, and charges for executive or VIP lounges.

“In line with the directive of the Central Bank of Nigeria, effective March 1st, 2026, cash will no longer be accepted at any FAAN pay point,” FAAN said.

It urged travellers to prepare for digital transactions at all airports nationwide.

Passengers are encouraged to collect their Go Cashless cards at designated pick-up points inside terminals such as access gates and lounges, which allow them to complete payments quickly using a “tap-and-go” system.

FAAN has also started issuing these cards ahead of the deadline.

The initiative aligns with the broader cashless agenda supported by the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Federal Government, designed to reduce reliance on physical cash, enhance revenue transparency, and minimise delays at busy airports.

The move follows earlier pilots of FAAN’s digital system at major hubs like Murtala Muhammed International Airport and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, where cashless payments have already been introduced in stages.

The authority reassured travellers that the cashless system is secure and meant to improve convenience.

Passengers with questions can visit any FAAN information desk at the airports or check further details on FAAN’s official website, http://www.faan.ng.