FG Reacts to US Reduction of Visa Validity for Most Nigerian Applicants
The federal government has expressed concern over the recent decision by the United States to impose tighter visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens, describing the move as disproportionate and calling for a reconsideration in the spirit of mutual respect and cooperation. The US introduced significant changes to its non-immigrant visa rules for Nigeria, reducing both the validity period and entry frequency for most Nigerian travelers. Effective from July 8, the US Department of State announced that nearly all non-immigrant, non-diplomatic visas granted to Nigerian citizens will now be limited to single entry and valid for only three months.