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US embassy announces suspension of visa appointments in Abuja
The United States Embassy Abuja has announced the suspension of visa appointments in Nigeria’s capital, advising affected applicants to wait for further instructions.
In a statement shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the embassy said it is currently closed for visa appointments in Abuja. Applicants were urged to check their email inboxes for information regarding rescheduled dates.
The mission, however, clarified that visa services remain ongoing at the U.S. Consulate General Lagos.
It also noted that American citizen services are still available, but only in emergency situations and by prior appointment.
U.S. Embassy Abuja is closed for visa appointments. Applicants should check their email for details on rescheduled appointments. Visa operations at U.S. Consulate General Lagos continue. American citizen services are available in emergencies and by appointment. pic.twitter.com/BO45qePlRs
The development comes amid heightened security concerns flagged by the United States Department of State, which has ordered the departure of non-essential staff and their family members from Abuja.
In a travel advisory issued on Wednesday, the department urged American citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria from April 8, 2026, citing risks including crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest, and limited healthcare services.
The advisory places Nigeria under “Level 3: Reconsider Travel,” while 23 states have been designated “Level 4: Do Not Travel,” indicating a further escalation in security concerns.
Despite the closure in Abuja, visa processing continues at the U.S. Consulate General Lagos, while emergency and appointment-based services remain available for American citizens.
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