TZUS b1/b2 Visa in 2025 for Nigerians. Obtaining a U.S. visit visa, also known as a B1/B2 visa, involves several steps and requires careful preparation. Here’s a guide to help you find your way around the process effectively.
Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility
Before applying, ensure you meet the basic requirements for a nonimmigrant visa:
- Purpose of Visit: Clearly define your purpose for visiting the U.S., whether it’s for business (B-1), tourism or pleasure (B-2), or both.
- Intent to Return: Demonstrate strong ties to your home country and intent to return after your visit.
Step 2: Gather Required Documents
Collect all necessary documents:
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Valid Passport | Must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in the U.S. |
| Photograph | Upload during Form DS-160 completion; ensure it meets specified requirements. |
| Form DS-160 Confirmation Page | Complete online application form and print confirmation page. |
| Application Fee Payment Receipt | Pay fee before scheduling an interview; check specific embassy/consulate instructions. |
| Financial Documents | Bank statements, pay stubs showing steady income, proof of assets. |
| Travel Itinerary | Detailed plan including dates and places of travel. |
Step 3: Complete Online Application
- Fill out Form DS-160 on the official government website.
- Upload required documents such as photos.
- Print the confirmation page once completed.
Step 4: Pay the Fee
Visa applicants, including children, are required to pay a non-refundable, non-transferable visa application fee, sometimes referred to as the MRV fee, before applying for a nonimmigrant visa.
The visa application fee must be paid whether a visa is issued or not. – US Embassy
How to Pay
- Create an Account: First, create a profile on the official U.S. Department of State’s online system.
- Generate Payment Slip: After filling out Form DS-160 and creating your account, you will be prompted to generate either a cash deposit slip or an electronic funds transfer (EFT) slip for payment.
- Payment Options: Once you have selected the visa type and provided the personal details, you will be able to choose between the following payment options:
*cash payment or electronic funds transfer in local currency at First Bank of Nigeria; or
*card payment in USD. - Save Receipt Details: After payment, you will receive a receipt with details needed for scheduling your interview appointment.
The application fee for the most common nonimmigrant visa types is $185. This includes tourist, business, student and exchange visas. Most petition-based visas, such as work and religious visas, are $190. K visas cost $265 and the fee amount for E visas is $205. Please note that visa fees for K applicants must be made at GT Bank. – Source
Step 5: Schedule an Interview
Book an appointment at your local U.S. Embassy or Consulate using their online system or by contacting them directly if needed.
Step 6: Prepare for Your Interview
- Review Application Details: Ensure all information matches what you provided in Form DS-160.
- Practice answering common interview questions like:
- Why are you traveling to the U.S.?
- What do you plan to do there?
- How long will you stay?
- Do you have strong ties back home?
- Be prepared with supporting documents that demonstrate these ties (e.g., employment letters, property deeds).
- Practice answering common interview questions like:
- Show Strong Ties Home:
Evidence employment status, family connections, property ownership in your home country helps prove intent not to immigrate permanently.
Additional Tips
For Nigerian Applicants Applying After January 2025:
If applying from Nigeria specifically for immigrant visas starting January 2025, note that two visits are now required:
- In-Person Document Review before scheduling an interview.This step ensures applicants have all necessary documents ready before their actual visa interview date.
- The Visa Interview itself will proceed as scheduled by NVC if all prerequisites are met. (For Immigrants)
About Payment Specifics:
Bank Deposit option (Cash or Electronic Transfer (EFT)):
When accessing this payment option, you must generate and download a payment deposit slip by clicking on the ”Generate” button accessible on the screen. Follow the instructions on the deposit slip to make a cash payment at the bank or EFT payment through online banking. These payments are to be made in local currency only. There are two pieces of information on the deposit slip that are extremely important for a successful payment:
Transaction Reference Number – You must indicate it accurately when making the payment. This number will allow the appointment system to validate your visa fee payment allow you to proceed further with the visa application process.
Expiration Date – You have three (3) days to pay the visa application fee from the date you generate the deposit slip. Please check the expiration date on the deposit slip and ensure you pay the fee before the mentioned expiration date. If the slip expires, please log back into your profile and generate a new one by following the same steps.
After making a payment via Cash or EFT, please allow one business day for the bank to process the transaction before continuing to the appointment calendar to book an appointment.
Card Payment option
When accessing this payment option, you will be prompted to introduce your card details to complete the transaction. This payment is to be made in USD only. There is no wait time for the transaction to be processed. Upon completing a successful transaction, you will be able to proceed immediately to the appointment calendar to book an appointment.
Restrictions
Your visa application fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable. It cannot be transferred to another person.
The visa application fee is valid for one year from the date of payment.
Securing a U.S. visit visa involves meticulous preparation and adherence to guidelines set by both general regulations and specific updates like those affecting Nigerian applicants from January 2025 onwards.
