US EditionNigeria: Why We Reduced U.S. Visa Validity for Nigerians - US Embassy
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Visa validity reduction is not due to introduction of e-visa policies, or affiliations with groups like BRICS - Newsy People
The US Embassy in Nigeria has stated that the recent decrease in the duration of non-immigrant visas is not a result of any nation’s stance on third-country deportees, the introduction of e-visa policies, or affiliations with groups like BRICS. It was announced on July 8 by the US Embassy in Nigeria that non-immigrant visas would now only be valid for single entry and three months. Although the change is effective immediately, visas issued pri…
US soft-pedals on visa reciprocity claim, says new rule is for ‘security’ reasons
The United States government says its decision to limit most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas issued to Nigerians to single-entry and a three-month validity is based on “global security standards”, not a retaliatory move. A statement released by the US Department of State on Tuesday said the updated policy, which took effect on July 8, 2025, applies to new visa issuances and will not affect visas granted before that date. “U.S. visa cr…
Visa Cut Global Update Affecting Several Countries – US Tells Nigeria
July 11, (THEWILL) — The United States said its reduction in visa validity is part of a global update affecting several countries and aimed at aligning visa issuance with U.S. national security and immigration standards. THEWILL reports that the United States, in its updated visa policy on Tuesday, said effective July 8, 2025, most non-diplomatic, […] The post Visa Cut Global Update Affecting Several Countries – US Tells Nigeria appeared first o…
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