US visa freeze hits Nigeria, Russia as processing suspended in 75 countries
The United States has temporarily paused visa processing in 75 countries, a move that has affected applicants from Nigeria, Russia, and several other nations.
The suspension, according to reports, is part of a broader administrative review by US authorities, though specific details on the duration and full scope of the pause have not been disclosed.
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Applicants seeking various categories of visas, including non-immigrant visas, are reportedly impacted by the decision, leading to uncertainty among students, business travellers, and families with pending applications.
The development has sparked concerns in affected countries, particularly Nigeria, where thousands of citizens apply for US visas annually for education, business, and tourism purposes.
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US officials have advised applicants to monitor official embassy communications for updates, stressing that the pause does not amount to a permanent cancellation of visa services.
The decision has continued to generate reactions globally, as affected individuals await clarification on when normal visa processing will resume.
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