The United States embassy has warned that visas of Nigerian students who drop out of school or abandon their programme of study in the US may be revoked.
In a statement issued via X on Monday, the embassy urged students to follow the terms of their visas.
“If you drop out, skip classes, or leave your program of study without informing your school, your student visa may be revoked, and you may lose eligibility for future U.S. visas,” the statement reads.
“Always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status to avoid any issues.”
According to a notice on the embassy’s website, F-1 and M-1 students studying in the United States must attend all classes and maintain normal academic progress.
“Maintain a full course of study each term. If you cannot study full time, contact your DSO immediately. You may be eligible for a reduced course load in limited circumstances,” the notice reads.
“Speak to your DSO before dropping a class. Talk to your DSO about requesting a possible program extension if you do not think you will complete your program of study by the end date listed on your Form I-20. An extension must be requested before your program end date.”
The US has given several warnings and precautions to visa applicants in recent times.
Last month, the embassy issued a statement warning that visa applicants who present fake documents would face a permanent entry ban from the US.
“Those who commit visa fraud will be banned from the United States for life,” the statement reads.
“A nation without borders is not a nation.”
