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F1 Visa Approval Rates in Nigeria

Below are the approval rates for F1 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.

Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
20236,7013,81163.7%36.3%
202211,6916,27565.1%34.9%
20216,2051,53680.2%19.8%
202091041268.8%31.2%
20193,8401,30674.6%25.4%
20184,8962,63365.0%35.0%
05K10K15K20K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearApprovalsRefusals
0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 65.0% Approvals: 4,896Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Refusals: 2,633Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 74.6% Approvals: 3,840Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 25.4% Refusals: 1,306Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.8% Approvals: 910Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.2% Refusals: 412Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 80.2% Approvals: 6,205Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Refusals: 1,536Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 65.1% Approvals: 11,691Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Refusals: 6,275Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 63.7% Approvals: 6,701Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 36.3% Refusals: 3,811Approval RateRefusal Rate

Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-668441260507518229325
Feb-886341588587154
Mar160140674973124339213
Apr205140110-198157509214
May56942335315031,1181,335891
Jun802633773-1,4221,0781,3941,057
Jul1,4529771,157311,0051,0601,1541,047
Aug888936667379001,440794712
Sep16213112916274417250141
Oct125101146249154286252249
Nov270150216479478308548-
Dec834406436658927793623-

Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY2025254
FY20244,907
FY20236,701
FY202211,691
FY20216,205
FY2020910
FY20193,840
FY20184,896
FY20173,955

Consulate-Specific Data

Abuja
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Lagos
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View F1 Visa Approval Rates for Other Countries

PhilippinesAlbaniaAlgeriaAngolaArgentinaArmeniaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelizeBeninNo FlagBermudaBoliviaNo FlagBosnia And HerzegovinaBrazilBulgariaCambodiaCameroonChadChileChinaColombiaNo FlagCombodiaCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCyprusCzech RepublicDenmarkDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEritreaEstoniaEthiopiaFijiFinlandFranceGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGreeceGuyanaHungaryIndiaIndonesiaIraqJamaicaKazakhstanKenyaKuwaitLebanonMalaysiaMaltaMexicoMyanmarNepalPakistanPhilippinesRwandaSaudi ArabiaSouth AfricaSrilankaNo FlagSwazilandTajikistanThailandTurkmenistanUzbekistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for F1 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 F1 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 F1 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.