US Warns: International Students Risk Visa Revocation for Skipping Classes or Leaving Program

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The US Mission in Nigeria has issued a stern warning to international students, saying they risk immediate visa revocation if they skip classes or leave their programme without formal notice. The statement is part of the country’s broader immigration crackdown and highlights the consequences of violating student visa terms under U.S. law.

As part of tougher immigration measures, the United States has warned international students—particularly Nigerians—that violating their visa conditions may lead to revocation and future ineligibility. In a recent advisory via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the US Mission in Nigeria emphasized that students who drop out, skip classes, or abandon their study program without informing their school may face serious immigration penalties.

The Mission urged students to “always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status.” New requirements have also been introduced, including mandatory submission of social media handles without privacy restrictions during visa applications.

Past proposals include limiting F-1 and M-1 student stays to two–four years and eliminating the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, which offers work experience for graduates.

The advisory has sparked backlash online, with many Nigerians calling the policy coercive and intimidating. Some argue that changing status or leaving a program is not always a violation if done through legal procedures.

These developments signal the US government’s continued emphasis on tighter student visa regulation under broader national security reforms.

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