The United States Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria has reiterated that visa applicants must disclose all social media usernames and handles used over the past five years when completing the DS-160 visa application form.
In a statement released on its official platforms, the Embassy emphasized that applicants are required to certify the accuracy of all information provided before signing and submitting the form. It further cautioned that failure to disclose social media details could result in visa denial and possible ineligibility for future applications.
“Omitting social media information could lead to visa denial and ineligibility for future visas,” the advisory read.
The requirement, which is in line with U.S. global visa application protocols, underscores the growing importance of digital identity verification in the screening process. The Embassy encouraged applicants to be transparent and thorough when completing their applications to avoid complications.
The advisory was shared with the hashtags #VisaWiseTravelSmart and #USVisa, reinforcing the mission’s commitment to providing guidance to Nigerian travelers seeking entry into the United States.