stressing that it would no longer accept visa applications by DHL in the
country.
The U.S. Mission to Nigeria disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday
explaining that the suspension would take effect immediately at the
close of business.
The mission, however, gave assurance that those who have already
submitted their passports to DHL for processing via “Dropbox” at the
U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos would not be
affected while the processing of diplomatic and official (A, G, and NATO
class) visa applications was not also affected.
The new procedure, according to the mission, is that non-immigrant visa
applicants in Nigeria must apply online and appear in-person at the U.S.
Embassy in Abuja or U.S. Consulate General in Lagos to submit their
application for review.
It said it took the step to provide more efficient customer service and
promote legitimate travel and will continue to facilitate applications
of established travelers to the best of its ability.