{"id":8705,"date":"2019-04-19T14:08:33","date_gmt":"2019-04-19T14:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.com\/nigeria\/?p=8705"},"modified":"2019-04-19T14:08:33","modified_gmt":"2019-04-19T14:08:33","slug":"us-embassy-sends-message-to-nigerians","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/all-news\/us-embassy-sends-message-to-nigerians","title":{"rendered":"US Embassy sends message to Nigerians"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The United States Embassy in Nigeria has clarified that dress code is not a requirement for obtaining the country\u2019s visa.<\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>When asked if dress code is being considered during interviews, an official said: \u201cNo. It\u2019s not a consideration when doing your interview.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBe comfortable. Don\u2019t feel like you need to put on a suit if you don\u2019t usually wear a suit. Don\u2019t wear a suit. Wear what you would wear if you are going to any normal appointment.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe want you to be you. We want you to be as relaxed as possible for the interview. Talk to us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>On Monday, the Embassy insisted that contrary to popular opinion, it doesn\u2019t enjoy denying Nigerians visa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The United States Embassy in Nigeria has clarified that dress code is not a requirement for obtaining the country\u2019s 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. 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