The United States mission in Nigeria has issued a stern warning to visa holders, cautioning that overstaying a visa could lead to severe consequences, including criminal prosecution and a permanent travel ban.
The US Mission made this announcement in a statement released on Monday.
“If you overstay your U.S. visa, you could face a permanent ban on travelling to the United States as well as criminal prosecution,” the statement read.
It further emphasised that US consular officers have full access to individuals’ immigration history and past violations.
The statement added, “Consular officers have full access to your immigration history and will know about past violations.
“There is no such thing as an "honest mistake” – it is your responsibility to use your visa correctly.”
US immigration laws and policies have undergone significant changes since President Donald Trump took over power.
If you overstay your U.S. visa, you could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States. Consular officers have full access to your immigration history and will know about past violations. There is no such thing as an "honest mistake” – it is your responsibility to use… pic.twitter.com/wCGhuLIKRj
— U.S. Mission Nigeria (@USinNigeria) March 24, 2025
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