US to Stop Visa Services in Abuja, 24 Other African Diplomatic Posts
The move is part of a regional consolidation plan that officials say will improve security screening and efficiency for applicants.
- On Saturday, August 1, the United States will discontinue routine visa services at the Durban Consulate, requiring KwaZulu-Natal residents to submit applications through US facilities in Cape Town or Johannesburg.
- The Department of State said the realignment to regional hubs aims to strengthen national security and ensure consistent screening standards, affecting 24 other African diplomatic posts as part of Trump administration efficiency efforts.
- Applicants from KwaZulu-Natal must now travel to Cape Town or Johannesburg instead of attending local appointments, while these remaining centres already process applications from other African countries with closed offices.
- Travel industry representatives warned that without increased available slots, applicants are likely to experience longer waiting times and greater difficulty securing appointments at the remaining centres.
- The US Embassy stressed the Durban Consulate remains open for other diplomatic services and the policy does not affect currently valid US visas, while the Department noted the hub model has already succeeded in several African nations and Europe.
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