U.S. Embassy Abuja

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja serves as the diplomatic mission of the United States to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, located at 1075 Diplomatic Drive in Abuja. As a vital component of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, which also includes a Consulate General in Lagos, it works to foster a strong bilateral relationship between the two nations.

Key functions and areas of focus include:

• Promoting U.S.-Nigeria Relations: The Embassy aims to strengthen democratic institutions, improve governance, transparency, and accountability, and promote human rights in Nigeria. It actively engages in dialogue and cooperation on foreign policy goals, including regional peacekeeping.
• Economic Statecraft and Business: The Embassy supports American businesses in Nigeria, identifying opportunities in sectors like power, agriculture, and infrastructure. Its Commercial Service (CS Nigeria) assists U.S. companies in finding local partners and promotes bilateral trade and investment. It also provides economic analysis and information to support U.S. commercial interests.
• Citizen Services: A core responsibility is providing a wide range of services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria, including emergency assistance, passport services, and notarial services.
• Visas: The Embassy processes various types of U.S. visas for Nigerian citizens and nationals, facilitating travel for tourism, business, employment, study, and immigration.
• Public Diplomacy and Cultural Exchange: Through its Public Diplomacy Section, the Embassy empowers Nigerians to understand American life and culture, educates them about issues of mutual concern, and enriches the dialogue between American and Nigerian citizens and institutions. This includes educational advising (Study in the U.S.), American Centers, media relations, and exchange programs.

The U.S. established diplomatic relations with Nigeria in 1960. While the original chancery was in Lagos, the embassy transferred to its current building in Abuja on September 15, 2000, aligning with Nigeria’s relocation of its capital. The U.S. Embassy in Abuja plays a crucial role in advancing shared interests and addressing common challenges between the United States and Nigeria.