The United States has suspended its visa dropbox service in Nigeria, requiring all visitor visa applicants to attend in-person interviews for renewals.
Previously, the dropbox system allowed eligible applicants, especially those with recent travel history to the U.S., to submit their passports without needing an interview, which helped reduce wait times. The elimination of this option has raised concerns about potential delays, as visa interview dates are already extending over a year in some cases.
Many Nigerians, including students and business travelers, may now face disruptions to their travel plans. While the U.S. Embassy has not provided an official explanation for this change, some observers suggest it may be related to the lingering effects of Donald Trump’s restrictive immigration policies, which previously included travel bans on several African nations, including Nigeria, due to security concerns.
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