According to a press release issued by the US Embassy in Abuja, “most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas issued to citizens of Nigeria will be single-entry visas with a three-month validity period.”

The new visa restrictions is said to take immediate effect.

However, the embassy clarified that “those US non-immigrant visas issued before July 8, 2025, will retain their status and validity.”

According to the embassy, the US Mission was working with Nigerian authorities to meet these benchmarks.

“The US Mission is working with the Government of Nigeria to ensure that Nigeria can meet the criteria,” the statement said.

Despite the new restrictions, the embassy reaffirmed its diplomatic relationship with Nigeria.

The embassy also expressed support for ongoing Nigerian reforms, stating that, “We commend the ongoing efforts by the government of Nigeria’s immigration and security agencies to meet standards of international best practices.”

Nigerian travellers were advised to comply with visa regulations.