The Nigeria Customs Service has alerted Nigerians to the concerns raised by the Government of the United States of America on the need for Nigerians to desist from misusing entry visas granted by the US through activities that are inconsistent with the stated purpose of travel and visa classification.

The National Public Relations Officer of the service, Abdullahi Maiwada, stated this in a statement on Tuesday. According to him, Nigerians are urged to note that security vetting for visa applicants does not end upon entry into the United States.

“US authorities will continuously monitor the activities of visa holders, and visas can be revoked if holders are found to have violated US immigration protocols, import/export guidelines, and other laws,” Maiwada said.

He also reminded Nigerians travelling to the US to declare at the point of exit or entry excess cash above the minimum threshold of $10,000 or its equivalent and ensure that prohibited items are not included in their baggage.

“It is pertinent to also note that passengers are encouraged to be law-abiding citizens and be of good conduct within and outside Nigeria. Intending passengers to the United States should know that whoever commits fraud in any jurisdiction will face legal consequences both under US and Nigerian laws,” he said.

He emphasised that the service is working with the US Mission in Abuja to ensure that Nigeria meets the criteria to avoid enlistment into an expanded visa ban that will deny entry to well-meaning Nigerians wishing to travel to the US for their lawful business endeavours.