The United States Embassy in Abuja has issued a strong warning to Nigerians, cautioning that involvement in visa fraud could result in permanent bans from entering the United States.
In a statement shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, the embassy urged visa applicants to avoid falsifying information or submitting forged documents during the application process.
“Visa fraud has serious consequences. Lying or providing fake documents can lead to permanent visa bans under U.S. immigration law,” the embassy warned.
The advisory comes amid ongoing efforts to strengthen diplomatic engagement between Nigeria and the United States. On the same day, US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, held talks with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, focusing on bilateral relations and areas of mutual cooperation.
Reaffirming its commitment to partnership, the embassy noted that the United States “looks forward to continuing to work together with Nigeria on issues of mutual concern.”
The warning serves as a reminder to visa applicants that accuracy, honesty and proper documentation remain critical requirements under US immigration laws, with violations carrying long-term consequences.
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