The US Mission in Nigeria has updated visa holders on the permitted uses of the B1/B2 visitor visa, urging strict compliance to avoid future travel bans.

In a statement shared on its official X account on Tuesday, the embassy listed the approved purposes for the non-immigrant visa as business meetings, visiting family, and tourism.

“Here’s what you CAN use your U.S. B1/B2 Visa for: ✓ Business meetings ✓ Visiting family ✓ Tourism,” the post read.

The embassy warned that improper use of the visa could result in permanent ineligibility for future U.S. visas.

“Remember; Improper use of your U.S. B1/B2 visa can result in permanent ineligibility for a visa in the future,” it stated.