The United States Embassy in Ghana has issued a strong advisory, cautioning citizens against relying on visa “fixers” or middlemen, emphasizing that no individual or agent can guarantee a U.S. visa.
This warning comes amid reports suggesting Ghana is among 36 countries under scrutiny for failing to meet new U.S. travel documentation and security requirements.
In a message shared via its official X (formerly Twitter) account, the Embassy stated that visa applications should be made solely through the official U.S. portal and warned against paying third-party agents.
“You don’t need a fixer or visa consultant to apply for a U.S. visa. The application process is simple and free on our website,” the post read. “No one can guarantee a visa—such promises are scams designed to mislead applicants.”
The Embassy further cautioned that using fake documents or providing false information could lead to a lifetime ban from entering the United States.
This advisory aligns with concerns over stricter U.S. immigration policies. A leaked memo, reportedly signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, lists Ghana among countries being reviewed for failing to adequately verify visa applicants or for high levels of immigration violations.
According to *The Washington Post*, the memo gives affected countries 60 days to comply or risk facing severe penalties, including visa restrictions and travel bans. Ghana features alongside 25 other African countries, as well as nations from Asia, Oceania, and the Caribbean.
Despite the looming threat of new sanctions, the Embassy reassured Ghanaians that the U.S. remains open to genuine visitors for purposes such as education, business, and investment—but only through lawful means.
It stressed that attempts to enter the U.S. illegally, provide false visa information, or overstay visas could have dire consequences under the heightened immigration enforcement in President Donald Trump’s second term.
The Embassy’s statement is a firm reminder: honesty and transparency are non-negotiable in the visa process.
