US Embassy suspends routine visa services in Abuja, moves processing to Lagos
The United States Embassy in Abuja has discontinued the processing of routine visa applications, directing applicants to the US Consulate General in Lagos for such services. The change, according to the latest visa advisory issued by the US authorities, took effect on August 1, 2026. Under the new arrangement, routine visa services in Nigeria are […] US Embassy suspends routine visa services in…
The United States Embassy in Abuja has halted the processing of routine visa applications, instructing applicants to seek services at the US Consulate General in Lagos. This change, effective August 1, 2026, as per the latest visa advisory from US authorities, means routine visa services in Nigeria are now only available at the Lagos consulate.
Applicants who had scheduled appointments at the Abuja embassy prior to this change will still be accommodated, though some dates may have been adjusted. Those with appointments in Abuja are advised to check their emails for updated appointment dates. Affected individuals can secure a new appointment in Lagos by presenting a valid MRV visa application fee receipt.
Nigerians seeking routine US visa services will now need to arrange for their application processing through the Lagos consulate. Further details on available services, locations, and operating hours can be obtained from the official US visa appointment website.
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