U.S. Issues Stern Warning to International Students Over Visa Violations

Amid the ongoing restructuring of visa policies, the United States has issued a stern warning to international students, especially Nigerians, over the consequences of violating student visa regulations.

In a statement shared via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, August 4, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria made it clear that students who drop out, skip classes, or abandon their academic programs without notifying their schools risk having their student visas revoked. The embassy also stressed that such actions could affect a student’s chances of being granted future U.S. visas.

“If you drop out, skip classes, or leave your programmes of study without informing your school, your student visa may be revoked, and you may lose eligibility for future US visas,” the statement read.

The warning comes as the U.S. government tightens its scrutiny following reports of increasing abuse of student visas—particularly by some Nigerian applicants. It appears many have used the student visa route not for academic purposes, but simply as a channel to leave the country for unrelated pursuits.

In response, the embassy has doubled down on its policies, warning that any student who fails to abide by the visa terms or maintain academic standing will face serious consequences. “Always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status to avoid any issues,” the mission added.

The message is clear: student visas are not a loophole. They must be respected, or they will be revoked.