Nigerians applying for US visas have been severely impacted by the recent change that the US now only permits one trip with a three-month validity period on new non-immigrant visas. Since it went into effect on July 8, 2025, this new regulation has caused significant anxiety among frequent travelers.
The alteration affects non-diplomatic visa categories such as B1/B2, F, and J, as well as tourist, business, and student visas, the US Embassy said. Consequently, you will only be granted a single-entry visa that expires in ninety days if you apply for a new visa after that date.
You can continue to use your US visa normally until it expires if it was issued before July 8.
What caused the abrupt change, then? It all boils down to reciprocity of visas. According to the US, it’s just mimicking Nigeria’s treatment of US tourists. US nationals are usually granted single-entry, temporary visas to Nigeria. Now, the United States has chosen to reciprocate.
According to experts, Nigerian families planning trips to the United States, business professionals, and students may be impacted by this new policy.
The action has already been deemed “harsh” by some Nigerians online, while others are advising the Nigerian government to reevaluate its own visa regulations in order to prevent such a backlash.
Make sure to review your travel plans and perhaps reconsider booking that round-trip ticket if you intend to study, visit, or attend meetings in the United States.
