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Nigeria: Overstaying Your Visa Could Lead to Permanent Travel Ban - U.S. Tells Nigerians

Travelers to the U.S. Are warned that overstaying their visa can lead to serious penalties, including a permanent ban from re-entry, according to U.S. Immigration authorities.
Individuals who overstay by more than 180 days but less than a year may face a three-year ban, while those overstaying for more than one year could face a ten-year ban, as outlined by U.S. Immigration law.
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria stated that ignorance of visa regulations will not lead to leniency for violators.
The U.S. Mission emphasized that travelers are responsible for complying with visa regulations and should seek legal guidance for extensions to avoid penalties.

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