“If you drop out or skip classes, you could lose your visa” – US to Nigerian Students
The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a warning to Nigerian students studying in America to strictly comply with the conditions of their student visas or risk losing the right to study in the country.
The advisory, issued on Wednesday via the mission’s official X handle, reminded students that failure to maintain both their academic and immigration status could lead to visa revocation and jeopardise future U.S. visa applications.
According to the mission, common violations include abandoning studies, failing to attend classes, or changing academic programmes without officially notifying the school.
“If you drop out, skip classes, or leave your program of study without informing your school, your student visa may be revoked, and you may lose eligibility for future U.S. visas. Always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status to avoid any issues,” the embassy warned.
The mission also reiterated its zero-tolerance policy for breaches of U.S. laws, stressing that arrests in the United States could trigger immediate immigration consequences, including deportation and a permanent ban on future visas.
The statement, shared with the hashtags #VisaWiseTravelSmart and #USVisa, comes as thousands of Nigerian students prepare to travel for the September academic session.
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