2025: US Embassy Lists Days It Will Shut Down Its Offices in Nigeria
- The US Embassy in Nigeria has announced its closure dates for 2025, including both US and Nigerian public holidays
- The embassy will be closed on significant days such as Presidents’ Day, Good Friday, and Nigerian Independence Day
- The embassy said these closures reflected its continued commitment to honouring important holidays from both nations
The US Embassy in Nigeria has officially announced the days its offices will be closed in 2025 and gave reasons for these closures.
The dates include public holidays in the United States and Nigeria, reflecting the embassy's commitment to honouring both nations.
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According to a list published on the US Embassy website, this is a comprehensive list of the dates on which the offices will be closed.
US Embassy in Nigeria lists 2025 closure dates
Presidents’ Day
Date: February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Observance: USA
The US Embassy will close on Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday in the United States that honours all presidents, particularly George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
Good Friday
Date: April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Observance: Nigeria
The embassy will be closed in observance of Good Friday, a significant Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Easter Monday
Date: April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Observance: Nigeria
The embassy will also be closed on Easter Monday, the day following Easter Sunday, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Eid-El-Fitri
Dates: March 30, 2025 (Sunday) and March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Observance: Nigeria
Eid-El-Fitri marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. The embassy will close to observe this significant religious festival.
Workers Day
Date: May 1, 2025 (Thursday)
Observance: Nigeria
International Workers' Day, or Labour Day, is celebrated globally to honour workers' contributions.
US Memorial Day
Date: May 26, 2025 (Monday)
Observance: USA
Memorial Day honours military personnel who have died in service to America. The embassy will be closed in solemn observance.
Democracy Day
Date: June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Observance: Nigeria
Democracy Day in Nigeria commemorates the restoration of democracy in 1999. The embassy will remain closed on this national holiday.
Eid-El-Kabir
Dates: June 7, 2025 (Saturday) and June 8, 2025 (Sunday)
Observance: Nigeria
Eid-El-Kabir, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is an important Islamic holiday. The embassy will be closed for two days in observance.
National Independence Day
Date: June 19, 2025 (Thursday)
Observance: USA
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. The embassy will be closed to observe this significant day in American history.
US Independence Day
Date: July 4, 2025 (Friday)
Observance: USA
The US Embassy will close on Independence Day, celebrating the United States' Declaration of Independence from Britain in 1776.
Labour Day
Date: September 1, 2025 (Monday)
Observance: USA
Labor Day in the United States honours the contributions of workers. The embassy will remain closed on this day.
Eid-El-Maulud
Date: September 5, 2025 (Friday)
Observance: Nigeria
Eid-El-Maulud marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. The embassy will be closed in observance of this important Islamic holiday.
Nigerian Independence Day
Date: October 1, 2025 (Wednesday)
Observance: Nigeria
The embassy will close on Nigerian Independence Day, celebrating Nigeria's independence from British rule in 1960.
Columbus Day
Date: October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Observance: USA
The US Embassy will close on Columbus Day, commemorating Christopher Columbus's landing in the Americas in 1492.
Veterans’ Day
Date: November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Observance: USA
Veterans’ Day honours military veterans in the United States. The embassy will close in observance of this day.
Thanksgiving Day
Date: November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Observance: USA
Thanksgiving Day is a major US holiday traditionally for its people to give thanks for the harvest blessings. It is now associated with large family gatherings.
Christmas Day
Date: December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
Observance: USA and Nigeria
The US Embassy will close on Christmas Day, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.
Boxing Day
Date: December 26, 2025 (Friday)
Observance: Nigeria
The embassy will remain closed on Boxing Day, a public holiday celebrated the day after Christmas.
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The announcement on X showed that applicants could now apply for their visas and book appointments with the new service provider.
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