Nigerian Students With Valid F1, J1 Visas Exempt From US Restrictions

Nigerian students and exchange participants holding currently valid F1 and J1 visas remain unaffected by Presidential Proclamation 10998, which partially suspended visa issuance to Nigerian nationals beginning January 1, 2026. The United States Mission Nigeria clarified that those with existing valid student and exchange visitor visas can continue their studies and research at American colleges and institutions without interruption.