NEW U.S. Visa Policy for Nigerians β€” Effective July 8, 2025

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NEW U.S. Visa Policy for Nigerians β€” Effective July 8, 2025

📢 The U.S. Department of State has just updated its reciprocal nonimmigrant visa policy for Nigeria. Here’s what you need to know:

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🆕 What’s Changed?

🔒 Most U.S. nonimmigrant visas for Nigerian citizens (such as tourist, business, and student visas) will now be:

✅ Single-entry only
📆 Valid for just 3 months

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🕰️ When Does This Start?

Effective Date: July 8, 2025
🔁 Visas issued before July 8, 2025 remain unchanged. You can still travel with them under the old conditions.

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❓Why the Change?

This move is based on reciprocity. That means the U.S. is aligning its visa policies to match how Nigerian authorities treat U.S. citizens applying for similar visa types.

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💡 What You Should Do:

✈️ Planning to travel soon? Be aware that you may need a new visa each time you travel to the U.S. from Nigeria — even if it’s just a short trip.

📑 Already have a valid multi-entry visa? Don’t worry — your visa stays valid until its original expiration date.

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🔗 Official Source

For full details, visit the U.S. Embassy Nigeria announcement here:
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Revised Visa Reciprocity Policy for Nigeria

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📣 Final Thoughts

This is a big shift in U.S.–Nigeria travel policy. If you’re a student, business traveler, or frequent visitor to the U.S., this new rule may affect your plans.

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