Frequently Asked Questions
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Processing time depends on the next available interview date at the US consulate. We recommend starting your application as early as possible to avoid delays, especially during peak periods when interview slots can be limited.
It is not advisable to declare birth or medical reasons during the visa application process. Our team will guide you through the application to ensure it is presented in the best possible way.
You can travel immediately after your visa is issued, provided your travel dates fall within the validity period of the visa.
* Visa Fee: ₦330,000
* Processing Fee: ₦490,000
* Maternity Package: ₦599,000
* Processing Fee: ₦490,000
* Maternity Package: ₦599,000
Yes. A visa interview at the US consulate is required as part of the application process. ABS will prepare you thoroughly ahead of your interview to give you the best possible chance of success.
* Vaginal Birth: $7,500
* Caesarean Section (CS): $11,300
Both figures cover doctor, hospital, and paediatrician fees. Please note these are averages and actual costs may vary depending on the facility and your specific medical needs.
* Caesarean Section (CS): $11,300
Both figures cover doctor, hospital, and paediatrician fees. Please note these are averages and actual costs may vary depending on the facility and your specific medical needs.
No. Baby documentation is processed separately at an average cost of $900, covering the birth certificate, Social Security Number, and US passport application.
The primary documents required include:
* Recent bank statement
* Employment or business details
* Hospital details (where applicable)
Our team will provide a full personalised document checklist as part of your consultation.
* Recent bank statement
* Employment or business details
* Hospital details (where applicable)
Our team will provide a full personalised document checklist as part of your consultation.
Full hospital and doctor details are disclosed once your process payment has been made. This ensures the information provided is current and accurately matched to your needs.
You need enough to cover your full trip including medical bills, accommodation, feeding, and personal expenses. Our team will provide a personalised budget sheet to help you plan. As a guide, the average birth cost alone is between $6,500 and $9,000, excluding accommodation and other expenses.
A child born in the USA automatically receives US citizenship by birthright. Benefits include:
* Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 180 countries
* The right to live, work, and study in the United States
* Access to US public education and healthcare systems
* The ability to sponsor family members for US residency in the future
* One of the world's most powerful passports, ranked among the top globally
* Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 180 countries
* The right to live, work, and study in the United States
* Access to US public education and healthcare systems
* The ability to sponsor family members for US residency in the future
* One of the world's most powerful passports, ranked among the top globally