Xenophobia: South Africa denies suspending visas for Nigerians
The South African Consulate in Lagos has refuted reports that it has suspended visa issuance to Nigerians because of ongoing anti-migrant protests in South Africa. South Africa’s Consul General, Prof. Bobby Moroe, clarified the situation while speaking on the sidelines of a round-table discussion organised by the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs on South Africa’s […] Xenophobia: South…
The South African Consulate in Lagos has denied allegations that it has halted visa issuance for Nigerians due to anti-migrant protests in South Africa. Consul General Prof. Bobby Moroe clarified the situation during a discussion on South Africa's xenophobia in comparative perspective. He confirmed that visa applications from Nigerians who meet the country's requirements continue to be granted.
Moroe emphasized that Nigerians visiting South Africa for tourism or other legitimate purposes are not facing discrimination. Visa rejections would only occur if applicants do not meet the established requirements. He also announced the introduction of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system to modernize and simplify the travel authorization process, allowing applicants to submit their applications via mobile devices.
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