Our Reporter, Abuja
The United States Mission in Nigeria on Thursday announced the temporary closure of visa appointment services at the U.S. Embassy Abuja, advising applicants to monitor their emails for updates on rescheduled dates.
In a brief statement via its officialXhandle, the mission said the suspension affects only visa appointments in Abuja, while operations at the U.S. Consulate General Lagos remain fully functional.
“Applicants should check their email for details on rescheduled appointments,” the mission stated.
The reason for the disruption or how long it would last was not specified. However on April 8, 2026, the “Department of State authorized non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave U.S. Embassy Abuja due to the deteriorating security situation.”
The mission, however, assured that essential services for American citizens are still accessible. It noted that emergency assistance and routine consular services would continue to be offered, albeit strictly by appointment.
The development is expected to impact visa applicants in the Federal Capital Territory and surrounding areas, many of whom may now have to await new appointment dates or consider alternative arrangements in Lagos, where visa processing continues uninterrupted.
Further updates are anticipated as the mission reviews the situation.
