The United States Embassy in Nigeria has clarified that dress code is not a requirement for obtaining the country’s visa.
Speaking during a Facebook live session on Wednesday, Consular Officers said the applicants could come for interview in traditional Nigerian dresses which they find unique.
The officials, who addressed common mistakes seen on DS 160 application form, maintained that an applicant does not need to know anyone in the US or have a prior travelling experience to be granted a visa.
When asked if dress code is being considered during interviews, an official said: “No. It’s not a consideration when doing your interview.
“Be comfortable. Don’t feel like you need to put on a suit if you don’t usually wear a suit. Don’t wear a suit. Wear what you would wear if you are going to any normal appointment.
“We want you to be you. We want you to be as relaxed as possible for the interview. Talk to us.”
On Monday, the Embassy insisted that contrary to popular opinion, it doesn’t enjoy denying Nigerians visa.
Dont mind some people it good to be ur self dont fake it dont borrow other people money so dat ur account can be heavy lyk me i dont ve five naira in mu account as am talking am a single mum i ve a five year old boy and i wish to travel but i cannot kill my self but i no i will travel to d US by God’s grace but i dont ve shishi i meam i it so my advice to people out there is dat they should be real
How can someone pass d USA interview
Pls my sister’s 5yrs visa will xpire on June dis yr without travelling with it, pls I want to know if I apply again will they give me another visa again
Pls I have 5yrs UK visa with me that will xpire next month without travelling out with it pls will they give me another visa if apply again
You said we may not have travelling experience to obtain US Visa, but that was what you used to deny me(family of 4). It is like extortion, the way I view it
You have every standard to beat the imagination of your interviewers only if you are composed enough to read the lines within their inquisitive attempt. Besides, please don’t sound or look desperate to go to anywhere in the world. Let the office know that your coming into their nation will be appreciated should they understand your intent to contribute to the economic and intellectual capacity of their nation.