The United States diplomatic mission in Nigeria has announced a temporary shutdown of its key offices in the country for the upcoming Christmas festivities.
Official Announcement and Closure Dates
In a statement released on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria disclosed the holiday schedule via its official social media channels. The U.S. Embassy located in the capital city, Abuja, and the Consulate General in Lagos will both suspend operations for several days.
The closure period is set from Wednesday, December 23, through Friday, December 26, 2025. This move is a standard practice to allow staff to observe the Christmas holiday, a significant celebration globally.
Resumption of Normal Services
The mission confirmed that both diplomatic offices will reopen for regular business at the start of the following week. Normal work operations will resume on Monday, December 29, 2025.
The official statement from the U.S. Mission read clearly: "The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Wednesday, December 23, through Friday, December 26, 2025. We will resume normal work operations on Monday, December 29, 2025."
Implications for the Public
This planned closure means all consular services, including visa interviews and American citizen services, will be unavailable during this period. Applicants and individuals with scheduled appointments are advised to take note of these dates to avoid any inconvenience.
Such holiday closures are routine for diplomatic missions worldwide and are typically announced well in advance to ensure the public is adequately informed. The announcement provides clarity for Nigerians planning to engage with the U.S. diplomatic posts during the festive season.
