The United States Embassy Abuja has suspended all visa appointment services in the Federal Capital Territory following heightened security alerts.
In a statement shared via its official X account, the embassy advised affected applicants to monitor their emails for updates on rescheduled dates.
It noted that while visa services are currently unavailable in Abuja, operations continue at the U.S. Consulate General Lagos.
“U.S. Embassy Abuja is closed for visa appointments. Applicants should check their email for details on rescheduled appointments. Visa operations at U.S. Consulate General Lagos continue. American citizen services are available in emergencies and by appointment,” the statement read.
The move follows a directive from the United States Department of State ordering the departure of non-essential personnel and their families from Abuja due to security concerns.
In a recent travel advisory, the department urged Americans to reconsider travel to Nigeria from April 8, 2026, citing threats such as crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest, and limited healthcare infrastructure.
Nigeria remains under a “Level 3: Reconsider Travel” advisory, with 23 states categorized under “Level 4: Do Not Travel,” signaling increased risk levels.
Despite the suspension in Abuja, emergency and appointment-based services for American citizens remain accessible.