The US mission in Nigeria has implored visa applicants to rely only on official government sources for up-to-date information on travel requirements and application procedures.
In an X post on Monday, the mission advised applicants to
verify visa rules, categories, and requirements through its official website,
travel.state.gov, noting that policies are subject to regular updates.
The platform, managed by the US department of states,
provides detailed guidance for both immigrant and non-immigrant visa
applicants, including application steps, required documentation, interview
procedures, processing timelines, and country-specific eligibility criteria.
“Make sure you are getting official information about U.S.
visa policies. Please always check official sites for travel guidance. Visit
http://travel.state.gov to learn more,” the post reads.
The US mission warned that relying on unofficial sources
could lead to misinformation, delays, or errors in the application process.
The advisory added that visa policies may change due to
administrative updates, security considerations, or diplomatic factors, making
it necessary for applicants to regularly check for updates.
Applicants were also advised to confirm requirements with
their nearest US embassy or consulate before submitting applications or making
travel plans.
The mission said the notice is aimed at improving
compliance, reducing errors, and ensuring applicants follow the correct
procedures when applying for US visas.
The directory comes days after the US state department
directed non-emergency government employees and government employee family
members to leave its embassy in Abuja due to the deteriorating security
situation in Nigeria.
On April 9, US embassy in Abuja said it has closed for visa
appointments and asked applicants to check their email for details on
rescheduled appointments.
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