The United States Mission in Nigeria has released a new directive for visa applicants, requiring them to disclose all social media usernames and handles utilized over the last five years as part of the visa application procedure.
This directive, which was announced in a post on the Mission’s official X account on Monday, follows the US Department of State's recent reaffirmation of its dedication to enhancing national security through improved screening protocols.
Here are six new requirements for U.S. Visa Applicants in Nigeria:
1) Matching DS-160 Confirmation Number
Applicants must present a DS-160 visa application form that includes a barcode number (beginning with "AA00") that corresponds with the one used to schedule their appointment.
If the barcode number does not align, entry into the Consular Section or attendance at the interview will be denied.
2) Choose the Correct Appointment Location
Applicants are required to attend their interview at the same location (Abuja or Lagos) that was selected during the submission of the DS-160 form.
3) Double-Check Your DS-160
At least two weeks prior to the interview, ensure that the DS-160 barcode number matches the one in the appointment confirmation.
Do not reuse a DS-160 form from a prior application.
4) Fixing an Incorrect DS-160 Barcode
If the barcode is incorrect, log into your AVITS account at least 10 days before your interview and submit a support ticket to request a correction.
5) Rescheduling If Rejected
If you are denied entry due to mismatched barcode numbers, you must rectify the issue and then schedule a new appointment.
If your previous visa fee has lapsed, a new fee will need to be paid before booking.
6) All social media usernames and handles
Applicants are required to provide all social media usernames and handles used in the past five years on the DS-160 visa application form.
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