By Nkiruka Nnorom
The United States Mission in Nigeria has cautioned Nigerian travellers that the expiration date on a US visa does not determine how long they can legally remain in the US, as authorities intensify scrutiny over visa overstays.
In a reminder posted on its official X handle on Sunday, the Mission said the length of stay is determined solely by Customs and Border Protection, or CBP, officers at the port of entry.
“Reminder! The length of time an international visitor is allowed to stay in the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer upon your arrival, NOT your visa expiration date,” the Mission stated under its #VisaWiseTravelSmart campaign.
It explained that a US visa only grants travellers permission to travel to a US port of entry and request admission.
