Nigeria - Consulate of United States in Lagos

You are a Nigerian citizen or you are from United States and are looking for information on the consulate of United States in Lagos situated in Nigeria. A consulate in Lagos could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of United States. It all depends on the importance of Lagos and Nigeria in the relationships with the government of United States.

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American Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria 2 Walter Carrington Crescent Victoria Island Lagos Nigeria

Tel: (+234) 1-460-3400

Fax: (+234) 1-261-2218

Email:

Website: nigeria.usembassy.gov

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The difference between consulates found in Lagos are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of United States in Nigeria besides Lagos

American Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria 2 Walter Carrington Crescent Victoria Island Lagos Nigeria
Email: - Tel: (+234) 1-460-3400 - Website: nigeria.usembassy.gov

Or the embassy of United States in Nigeria

American Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria Plot 1075, Diplomatic Drive Central District Abuja Nigeria
Email: consularabuja@state.gov - Tel: (+234) 9-461-4000 - Website: nigeria.usembassy.gov

Consulate Appointment in Lagos

Most consulates in Lagos need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of United States in Lagos first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Lagos do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Nigeria or United States.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Lagos please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.