Visa Fees Non-Refundable, U.S. Embassy Reaffirms to Nigerians

The United States Mission in Nigeria has restated that visa application fees are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable, addressing concerns raised by Nigerians over the high costs of securing U.S. visas.

In a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, the Mission acknowledged the frustration many Nigerians feel after paying significant amounts only to have their applications denied.

The statement read: “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.”

This clarification comes amid growing social media complaints from Nigerians who describe the process as financially draining, especially when their applications are rejected and payments cannot be reused.

According to the Mission, the fees are designed to cover administrative expenses tied to processing applications, not to guarantee visa approval.

It also urged prospective applicants to thoroughly prepare their submissions, strictly follow all guidelines, and make use of the free resources available on its official website to improve their chances of success.

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