By JKNewsMedia
NIGERIANS APPLYING for immigrant visas to the United States will face a new two-visit process at the U.S. Consulate in Lagos starting 1 January 2025.
This updated procedure, announced by the U.S. Embassy on Tuesday via its X handle, aims to streamline the visa application process and minimise delays caused by incomplete documentation.
Under the revised system, applicants with interviews scheduled on or after the implementation date must first attend an In-Person Document Review session.
The consular staff will assess all submitted documents during this visit.
Applicants will also have the opportunity to provide any missing paperwork before their visa interviews.
The embassy emphasised that no appointment is needed for this document review, as applicants will receive email notifications two to four weeks before their scheduled interview dates.
The second required visit will be for the visa interview itself.
The National Visa Center (NVC) will continue to set interview dates and times.
The embassy has warned that failing to complete the document review step before the interview will necessitate rescheduling.
“This process is designed to help applicants prepare adequately for their visa interviews and avoid unnecessary delays,” the embassy explained on its website.
In a related announcement, the U.S. Embassy disclosed that it transitioned to a new visa services provider for its Abuja and Lagos consulates on 26 August 2024.
This move, coupled with the updated process, underscores the embassy’s efforts to improve efficiency in visa services for Nigerian applicants.
The embassy urged applicants to adhere strictly to these revised procedures to ensure seamless processing of their immigrant visas.
At JKNewsMedia, our dedication to delivering reliable news and insightful information to our cherished readers remains unwavering. Every day, we strive to provide you with top-notch content that informs and enlightens. By donating to JKNewsMedia, you directly contribute to our mission of delivering quality journalism that empowers and informs. Your support fuels our commitment to bringing you the latest updates and in-depth analysis. Let's continue to uphold the highest standards of journalism and serve our community with integrity and dedication. Thank you for being a part of the JKNewsMedia family and for your ongoing support.
