The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has clarified that visa application fees remain non-refundable and non-transferable.
In a tweet posted on its official X handle on Tuesday that these fees are meant to cover administrative costs associated with processing applications, not to guarantee visa approval.
The Mission further advised prospective travelers to carefully prepare their submissions, follow all application guidelines, and utilize the free resources available on its official website to improve their chances of a successful outcome.
The clarification was aimed at addressing growing concerns among Nigerians over the high costs of applying for U.S. visas, though the Mission acknowledged the frustration felt by many Nigerians whose applications are denied after paying significant fees.
The statement reads in part: “We hear your concerns regarding U.S. visa application fees. Like most countries, U.S. visa fees cover the cost of processing the application, regardless of the outcome. While fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, each application is reviewed thoroughly and fairly. For best results, prepare your application carefully and use the resources on our website”.
Recall there have been complaints on social media from Nigerians who describe the process as financially draining, particularly when their applications are denied without the opportunity to reuse their payments.
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