The U.S. added that all applicants must make their appointment in the location they selected when filling out the DS-160 form.
The United States has announced a new requirement for visa applicants in Abuja and Lagos, effective April 22, 2025. All applicants must bring a DS-160 visa application form with a confirmation/barcode number starting with “AA00” that matches the one used to book their appointment.
In a statement received by PM News on Wednesday, the U.S. government emphasized that appointments must be made at the location selected during the DS-160 application process.
“Matching Barcode Numbers: If the confirmation/barcode number on your DS-160 form does not match the one you used to book your appointment, you will not be allowed to enter the Consular Section or attend your visa interview,” the statement read.
Applicants are advised to double-check their information at least two weeks before the interview and correct any mismatched barcode numbers via the AVITS portal at least 10 days in advance.
For help, applicants can call +234 2013438900 or email nigeria@usvisaappt.com.