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The Digest: Recent US visa restrictions imposed on Nigeria are reportedly linked to the country's refusal to accept asylum seekers from the United States, revealing the intricate Diplomatic Currents at play. The move, affecting most non-immigrant visas, reflects broader and more complex...

The Digest: The United States has announced the introduction of a new $250 Visa Integrity Fee, targeting most non-immigrant visa categories, including tourism, education, and workers, set to take effect in fiscal year 2025. Key Points: A $250 integrity fee applies to B-1/B-2, F, M, H-1B...

The Digest: The Nigerian government has started diplomatic talks with the United States following the announcement of new visa restrictions for Nigerian citizens. Meanwhile, the UAE and the UK also introduced new visa measures for Nigerian nationals, further complicating international travel...

The Digest: Starting July 8, 2025, the US has imposed new visa restrictions for Nigerians, shifting from multiple-entry to single-entry visas for non-immigrant categories. This change has sparked discussions on the rationale behind the decision and its broader implications. Key Points: The...

The U.S. has resumed processing student visas for Nigerian applicants, but has ended the Drop Box renewal option, previously used to skip interviews. The replacement? Mandatory screening of applicants’ social media accounts. This move is part of the U.S. Department of State’s new security...

The Trump administration is considering adding Nigeria and 35 other countries to its travel ban list, according to a State Department memo reviewed by The Washington Post. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has given these nations a 60-day deadline to meet new benchmarks or face severe travel...