…four West African countries as of 2026Seven additional West African nations face partial visa restrictions, including Nigeria, Senegal and Côte d'IvoireTravellers from fully banned countries cannot secure US visas, while those under partial restrictions face heightened scrutiny and added requirementsPAY ATTENTION: Mark…
…have withdrawn admission offers to Nigerian and Pakistani students amid tighter student visa restrictions. According to the report, 22.7 per cent of UK study visa applications from Nigerians were withdrawn in the first half of 2026, compared with 4.5 per cent during the same period in 2025. Universities are reportedly…
…to citizens of countriesMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the US announced visa restrictions affecting nationals of 39 countries under Presidential Proclamation 10998, including Nigeria.For Nigerians, the partial restrictions cover tourist, student, and immigrant visa categories, while limited exceptions app…
…its economy, is a widely exploited route by wealthy Nigerians, who seek to hedge against visa restrictions, the volatility of the naira, high Schengen visa rejection rate and the uncertainty of doing global business on a low-ranking Nigerian passport.It allows applicants to include spouses, dependent children under 31,…
…accept deportees in return for aid amounting to millions of dollars, and had threatened visa restrictions if these countries refused. Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye has “recently agreed… that Burundi will take in migrants turned away by the United States — but only those who are not being prosecuted for crim…
…travelling to the United Republic of Tanzania are no longer subject to referred visa restrictions and will follow standard visa application procedures through the official immigration online portal or designated entry points," the statement added.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on In…
…the required US immigration process but remains in Nigeria because of the current visa restrictions. She said the situation has become more urgent because her daughter is now critically ill and needs medical care that she believes would be difficult to access in Nigeria. "I am only simply asking that there should be an…
…to move freely across much of West Africa for work, trade and residence. Although visa restrictions remain for many developed countries, the passport continues to offer meaningful regional travel benefits for businesses, traders and professionals. 9. Kenya Global ranking: 68 Visa-free destinations: 70 Kenya rounds out…
…and energy systems. LoGerfo shared that Secretary Rubio also announced new visa restrictions under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to bar members of far-left terrorist groups and their supporters from entering the United States. The post US reaffirms vigilance against jihadist threats appear…
…US overtures to take in Venezuelans last year, “we knew there would be consequences”. Visa restrictions soon followed. Yet many African nations were willing to play ball with the US tightening visas worldwide, the two ex-State Department officials said. Shortly after Ghana started taking in west African deportees, Wash…
…including those of the United States, United Kingdom and Canada, to consider imposing visa restrictions on individuals allegedly connected to the matter pending the outcome of investigations. The APC Diaspora Committee also reviewed the performance of the current administration, noting that it had assessed various proj…
…I want to be in life."'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictionsChanging global narrative around refugees?Among the other players putting their name to the UNHCR campaign are:Rudiger's Real Madrid team-mate Eduardo Camavinga, whose parents left Angola for France.Nigeria winger Vi…