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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Nigeria
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Okay, so, I need some advice on a passport/visa issue.

I recently mailed in my passport, visa application, supporting info, postage paid self-addressed return envelope, etc to the Washington D.C Nigerian Embassy. It was received there on September 25th. I was told that my passport was mailed back out to me on the 6th of October (then I was told the 7th of October). Well, needless to say I still have not received my passport back. I made a few mistakes because it was not a next day envelope for return but, I asked the USPS for a tracking number that they never did so I am unable to track it.

A few days ago I was looking through my application and such a bit closer and say that it said my application place was New York. I assumed that was meaning I live in NY but, my friend is saying that means I should have mailed my Passport and other info to the Nigeria House in NYC. Again..my mistake but, I didn't realize it made a difference. I am located exactly 6 hours from both embassy locations. Well, my problem is this...Where is my passport and how likely is it that I will get it back?

Washington says they mailed it back to me but I don't have it yet and should have. I keep calling and either they don't answer, I leave a voicemail with no return call or when they answer they say it was mailed out on the 6th of October and hang up on me. I have called the NYC location several times and I can never get an actual person or even a line to leave a voicemail. I have emailed the NYC office but have yet to receive a reply.

My passport expires in 2017. Should I expect it's still in Washington D.C. and plan to go pick it up in person? Do I just admit the passport is long gone and apply for a new one? I need help!

P.S. Please be polite in your responses. I realize that mistakes were made but, this is my first time applying for a visa and all the different checklists I went by said something a little different. I am still very frustrated and upset about this issue and therefore may be a bit sensitive however truly want input and help on what to do from here. Thanks again!!!

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Do you apply a visa to go to Nigeria? If yes, probably it is better to ask at regional forum.

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I have asked mod to move there, sorry OP I can't give any advice apart from support and wishing you a speedy resolution.

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Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Nigeria
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**Moved from Tourist Visas" forums to The Sub-Sahara forum where regional specific people can chime in** :goofy:

It's not as simple as just applying for another. When you called the Nigeria Embassy did you verify the address they are sending back to? And you aren't obligated to send to NY just because you are near it. You can choose whatever embassy you want. I like DC because its faster even though I am closer to Atlanta. You need to get on phone and keep calling day and night and leave no stone unturned.

Sorry for all your hassle. But there was no mistake sending to DC and yes they are harder than anything to get a hold of. Just call anyone in that blasted embassy. Are you calling this number (202) 986-8400? Also try Tel # 202-663-1225 OR 1600

Have you tried there email

http://www.nigeriaembassyusa.org/index.php?page=contact-us




			
		

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Nigeria
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Posted

**Moved from Tourist Visas" forums to The Sub-Sahara forum where regional specific people can chime in** :goofy:

It's not as simple as just applying for another. When you called the Nigeria Embassy did you verify the address they are sending back to? And you aren't obligated to send to NY just because you are near it. You can choose whatever embassy you want. I like DC because its faster even though I am closer to Atlanta. You need to get on phone and keep calling day and night and leave no stone unturned.

Sorry for all your hassle. But there was no mistake sending to DC and yes they are harder than anything to get a hold of. Just call anyone in that blasted embassy. Are you calling this number (202) 986-8400? Also try Tel # 202-663-1225 OR 1600

Have you tried there email

http://www.nigeriaembassyusa.org/index.php?page=contact-us

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Okay good. Well, the envelope was self-addressed so I know it has the correct address on it. I have been calling the 8400 number and I've tried extensions 1020, 1023, 1048, 1050...they all have full voicemails and I've called over 30 times in the last week. I don't believe have tried their email yet but will definitely try that. I know that I can't just apply for another but, I'm just confused about where my passport is because they tell me it was sent to me but, USPS says it would have been received my me already. I call every day though about 10 times before I give up and move on. I have a super hectic life going from work to class to internships to class to homework to work and I have a dog to care for and papers to write. It's just been hard to call at certain times of the day. I will keep trying though until I figure out where the heck my passport is haha. I will also try the other phone number. Thank you!!!

Filed: Country: Nigeria
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Posted

first time my wife applied at Atlanta, it was delayed and not approve(though we had made some mistakes on the form),

then we correcd it and send to Washington, visa was approve only to be drop at the trailer next door,

you are free to apply at any of the embassy, but we prefer D.C,

am sure your passport is not lost, just hold or ask the mail man.

getting Washington on phone is quite easy compare to atlanta and new york.

 
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