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B1B2 Visa Approval Rates in Nigeria

Below are the approval rates for B1B2 visas at U.S. Embassies/Consulates in Nigeria. These statistics reflect recent trends in visa processing and can help you gauge your chances of approval.

Nigeria: Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
202381,37125,40376.2%23.8%
2022107,87027,90179.4%20.6%
202112,4002,50483.2%16.8%
202023,80511,03868.3%31.7%
201970,30730,36669.8%30.2%
2018122,41858,65867.6%32.4%

Visa Applications by Year

Nigeria - Visa Applications by Year

2K30K58K87K115K143K171K199K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 122,418 Approval Rate: 67.6% Total: 181,076Year: 2018 Refusals: 58,658 Refusal Rate: 32.4% Total: 181,076122K59KYear: 2019 Approvals: 70,307 Approval Rate: 69.8% Total: 100,673Year: 2019 Refusals: 30,366 Refusal Rate: 30.2% Total: 100,67370K30KYear: 2020 Approvals: 23,805 Approval Rate: 68.3% Total: 34,843Year: 2020 Refusals: 11,038 Refusal Rate: 31.7% Total: 34,84324KYear: 2021 Approvals: 12,400 Approval Rate: 83.2% Total: 14,904Year: 2021 Refusals: 2,504 Refusal Rate: 16.8% Total: 14,904Year: 2022 Approvals: 107,870 Approval Rate: 79.4% Total: 135,771Year: 2022 Refusals: 27,901 Refusal Rate: 20.6% Total: 135,771108K28KYear: 2023 Approvals: 81,371 Approval Rate: 76.2% Total: 106,774Year: 2023 Refusals: 25,403 Refusal Rate: 23.8% Total: 106,77481K25KApprovalsRefusals

Approval Rate Trends

Visa Approval/Refusal Rate Trends

0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 67.6% Approvals: 122,418Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 32.4% Refusals: 58,658Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 69.8% Approvals: 70,307Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 30.2% Refusals: 30,366Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.3% Approvals: 23,805Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.7% Refusals: 11,038Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 83.2% Approvals: 12,400Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 16.8% Refusals: 2,504Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 79.4% Approvals: 107,870Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 20.6% Refusals: 27,901Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 76.2% Approvals: 81,371Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 23.8% Refusals: 25,403Approval RateRefusal Rate

Nigeria: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-1288965455112664138687464704
Feb-126408499448911617505102926184
Mar144041356475682438177812092105297017
Apr105951394272293517011627781335530
May11210104637154423128280115855769
Jun1306293486114131596506171225602
Jul12889961167146926385077527693
Aug14108101226116151339392890677218
Sep1148383655878511773533462437311
Oct1139278117173481665456162375985
Nov1162163795055108216848645108-
Dec818056294421213151783934164-

Nigeria: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY20253,454
FY202452,360
FY202381,371
FY2022107,870
FY202112,400
FY202023,805
FY201970,307
FY2018122,418
FY201782,596

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for B1B2 visas in Nigeria?
Approval rates can vary by year, consulate, and applicant profile. See the tables and charts above for the latest data. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official U.S. Department of State sources and consult with visa experts if needed.
What factors affect B1B2 visa approval in Nigeria?
Factors include the completeness and accuracy of your application, supporting documents, interview performance, and the specific consulate's workload and policies. Common reasons for refusal include missing documents, insufficient ties to home country, or unclear travel purpose.
How can I improve my chances of getting a B1B2 visa in Nigeria?
Prepare thoroughly for your interview, provide honest and complete information, and ensure all documents are in order. Review common mistakes and tips provided above, and consider seeking professional guidance if you have a complex case.
Where does this visa approval data come from?
All data is sourced from the U.S. Department of State and official consulate reports. We regularly update our statistics to reflect the latest available information.
Can approval rates change over time?
Yes, approval and refusal rates can fluctuate due to policy changes, global events, or changes in application volume. Always check for the most recent data before applying.

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Data Source & Transparency

Data Source: All visa approval statistics are compiled from the official U.S. Department of State’s annual visa statistics reports. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit the U.S. Department of State Visa Statistics.

Methodology: Approval rates are calculated as the percentage of issued visas out of total adjudicated applications (approvals + refusals) for each consulate and country. Data may not include cases under administrative processing or withdrawn applications. Numbers are updated regularly and may be subject to reporting delays or changes in U.S. visa policy.

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with the U.S. government. All data is provided for informational purposes only. For official guidance, always refer to the U.S. Department of State or your local U.S. embassy/consulate.