The United States Embassy has announced revised visa interview requirements for Nigerian applicants, set to take effect from April 22.
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has announced revised visa interview requirements effective April 22, 2025. Applicants in Abuja and Lagos must present a DS-160 form with a barcode starting with “AA00” matching their online appointment details. Failure to comply will result in denied entry and disqualification. “If the barcode number on your DS-160 does not match your appointment, you will not be allowed to attend the interview,” the embassy stated. Applicants must verify alignment at least two weeks prior, and previously used forms are invalid. Corrections must be submitted via AVITS at least ten days before the scheduled interview.
Starting April 22, Nigerian visa applicants to the US must ensure their DS-160 barcode (beginning with “AA00”) matches their online appointment. The US Embassy warned that mismatched forms will lead to automatic disqualification. “You must make your appointment in the location selected on your DS-160,” the statement read. Applicants are urged to confirm details early, as corrections must be made via AVITS at least ten days before the interview. The move aims to streamline processing and reduce delays, reinforcing strict adherence to application protocols.
