The United States has announced significant changes to its visa policy for Nigerian citizens, limiting most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas to a single-entry and three-month validity period. This shift, effective July 8, reflects a recalibration of reciprocity agreements between the two nations. Previously, Nigerians enjoyed multi-entry visas lasting up to two years.
US Alters Visa Policy, Shortens Duration for Nigerian Citizens
US Alters Visa Policy, Shortens Duration for Nigerian Citizens
The US State Department implements strict visa regulations affecting Nigerian travelers, granting only three-month validity.
Nigerian officials have yet to respond to this development, while the US has indicated that these visa policies will be under continuous review based on various diplomatic and immigration criteria. The modifications also entail stringent vetting of social media accounts for visa applicants, ensuring compliance regarding public safety and relations with the US.
Nigerians represent a significant proportion of international students in the US, ranking as the highest African nation in this statistic with over 20,000 enrollments recorded in the latest educational report. In reaction to the visa policy changes, former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad suggested that this move stems from increasing US unease regarding Nigeria's global relationships, particularly influenced by its recent engagement with BRICS nations.
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Nigerians represent a significant proportion of international students in the US, ranking as the highest African nation in this statistic with over 20,000 enrollments recorded in the latest educational report. In reaction to the visa policy changes, former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad suggested that this move stems from increasing US unease regarding Nigeria's global relationships, particularly influenced by its recent engagement with BRICS nations.
For ongoing updates, visit our Africa news section.
