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Visa
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Canada issues warning on five common visa application errors that trigger a five-year ban
Canada's immigration department warns that submitting false documents or information can lead to a five-year ban, stressing that applicants are legally responsible for all data submitted, even via representatives.
July 13, 2026
Nigeria Immigration Service Ends Third-Party Visa Operations in the US
The Nigeria Immigration Service has stopped using third-party providers for US visa applications, requiring travelers to deal directly with Nigerian diplomatic missions.
July 10, 2026
Nigeria Immigration Service suspends US visa application center operations
The Nigeria Immigration Service has indefinitely suspended OIS Services, the operator of its US visa application centers, requiring applicants to submit documents directly to Nigerian diplomatic missions.
July 10, 2026
Nigeria Immigration Service Halts OIS Visa Operations in the United States
The Nigeria Immigration Service has indefinitely suspended OIS Services visa application centres in the U.S., requiring applicants to deal directly with Nigerian diplomatic missions instead.
July 9, 2026
Nigeria Immigration Service terminates OIS Services contract for US visa operations
The Nigeria Immigration Service has severed ties with OIS Services regarding US visa processing, requiring applicants to visit embassies and consulates directly.
July 9, 2026
9 Nations Easing Residency and Travel Pathways for Nigerians in 2026
Despite tighter global migration rules, nine nations are actively creating easier paths for Nigerians to work, reside, or travel in 2026 through new visa reforms and residency programs.
July 5, 2026
Japan Increases Visa Costs Fivefold in First Adjustment Since 1978
Japan has raised visa fees by five times the previous amount, the first such increase since 1978, citing inflation and the need to align with other G7 countries.
June 22, 2026